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Before there was Barrack Obama, George Edwin Taylor became the first African American to run for president of the United States. George Edwin Taylor was born in 1857 and was a journalist until he got involved in politics. He got into politics because he saw the lack of representation and interest for people of color in politics. George knew he would be taken lightly by white people but still continued with his beliefs. Using the platform given to him by the all black third party, he showed that people of color had interest of having power in politics.
George's attempt at presidency was more for symbolic reason rather than an actual shot at being president. His goal worked because this led to more activity from African Americans in politics. He was viewed as an idol due to his example of perseverance and bravery for this matter. Years after his death, there was a continuation of all black independent political parties as well. African Americans now play a futile part in political races and politics in general.
A similarity of African American  politics in George's era and now is the fact their is African American orientated political parties. They continue to fight for more equality for colored people and want everyone to be truly equal. There is also still an imbalance between minorities and white people in politics. Although, this has gradually gotten better over the years. The main difference between George's time and now is that their is greater equal rights now. Getting minority votes in politics is huge for politicians when running in government. This is shown through politician's propaganda which caters towards fixing problems in the minority community. Overall, race plays a big factor because all people are numbers in a political vote. Politicians need as many people to vote to push their cause and bring change. Race and politics will forever be connected so hopefully even more balance is brought between them.

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