ABSTRACT

This essay is going to cover Oscar Micheaux, known as the first major African American filmmaker, and his struggles with racism in his era. He wrote novels and soon transformed them into movies, starting his own film company, “Micheaux Film and Book Company.” Being black in the early 1900s, there were many challenges to overcome while making a film, like budget, actors, sets, and more. His films, starring a solely black cast, were revolutionary for his time. He cast young African American actors to give them a chance in the spotlight, playing distinguished and complex characters, unlike the demeaning, small roles they would be offered by mainstream Hollywood. He used his films as a platform to preach his thoughts to the masses. He was an inspiration to all suppressed communities and paved the way for future independent film directors.

METHODS/DISCIPLINE

Methodology: Film history

Discipline: Film studies

Audience: Film connoisseurs

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SECONDARY SOURCES

CONCLUSION

• Respect for the contributions Oscar Micheaux made for the film industry
• How much racism can affect the life of a pioneer
• How important Oscar Micheaux's films were to suppressed communities
• How Micheaux strayed away from societal norms
• His brave response a highly praised movie (At the time) The Birth of a Nation

Takeaways

Abstract

The paper, "The Dynamics of Eminent Domain: Revisiting Urban Narratives," explores the historical, legal, and ethical aspects of eminent domain, particularly its impact on marginalized communities. It examines landmark cases like Berman v. Parker and Kelo v. City of New London, highlighting the complexities and controversies surrounding property rights, government power, and urban development. The case of Seneca Village is used to illustrate the often devastating impact of eminent domain on communities. The paper proposes solutions to make the use of eminent domain more equitable and transparent, emphasizing the need for policy reform and community engagement in urban development.

Methodology: Legal and Cultural History

Discipline: Law

Audience: Legal and cultural history enthusiasts

Primary Sources

Berman v. Parker

Cornell Legal Institute

Hawaii Housing Authority v. Midkiff

Second Amendment, U.S. Constitution

Secondary Sources

38 States and Counting -Steven Anderson

An Economic Analysis of Eminent Domain -Patricia Munch

A Village Dies, A Park Is Born -Martin Douglas

Examining the Current Abuse of the Doctrine of Eminent Domain -A. Williams

Lethbridge Undergraduate Research Journal

The End of an Era -Anne Schuyler

The Limits of Backlash: Assessing the Political Response to Kelo -Illya Somin

Conclusion

Through this exploration of eminent domain's complexities, it becomes clear that its impact stretches far beyond individual property rights, shaping the very essence of urban life and community identity. This paper beckons a call for thoughtful policy reform and community engagement, urging us to reimagine urban development in a way that honors both progress and the sanctity of personal and communal spaces.

ABSTRACT

This is an essay covering Marylin Edwin Link. Marylin, despite being the head of many institutions and pioneer of early aviation, is not very well known. She is a fascinating woman, who affected many aspects of early aeronautics and oceanic research, and doesn’t appear in traditional history. Marylin was the first American woman to earn a commercial pilot's license, and was even asked to be the first woman in space. She was the sister of Edwin Albert Link Jr., a significantly more publicly influential person, responsible for major developments in aviation, flight simulation, and undersea exploration.

METHODS/DISCIPLINE

This paper analyzes the life and effects of sexism on the life of an elite female pioneer.

PRIMARY SOURCES

+ “Browse Items · John H. Evans Library Digital Collections.” 2020. Fit.edu. 2020. https://digcollections.lib.fit.edu/items/browse?collection=1&page=1.

+ “Flying Magazine.” 2023. Google Books. 2023. https://books.google.com/books?id=043Hep2dAkMC&pg=PA40#v=onepage&q&f=false.

+ “The Link Foundation - Home.” 2022. Binghamton.edu. 2022. https://www.binghamton.edu/link-foundation/.

SECONDARY SOURCES

+ Wikipedia Contributors. 2023. “Edwin Albert Link.” Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation. August 19, 2023. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edwin_Albert_Link.

+ Karin Phelps Murray. 2023. “Edwin Albert Link Jr.” Geni_family_tree. August 16, 2023. https://www.geni.com/people/Edwin-Albert-Link-Jr/6000000002895100137.

+ Legacy. n.d. “Marilyn Link Obituary (1924 - 2018) - Vero Beach, FL - TC Palm.” Legacy.com.

CONCLUSION

Marylin Edwin Link was a pioneer of her time. She was an influential figure in aviation, education, research, and industry, and was highly involved in crucial points of growth within the aviation industry.