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An African American voter casting her vote at a polling station at Cardozo High School, Washington, D. C. 3 November 1964. Photographed by Marion Trikosko
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An African American voter casting her vote at a polling station at Cardozo High School, Washington, D. C. 3 November 1964. Photographed by Marion Trikosko
WASHINGTON: VOTING, 1964.
An African American voter casting her vote at a polling station at Cardozo High School, Washington, D.C. 3 November 1964. Photographed by Marion Trikosko
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This powerful photograph captures a significant moment in American history. Taken on November 3,1964, at Cardozo High School in Washington, D. C. , it showcases an African American voter exercising her right to vote during a presidential election. The photographer, Marion Trikosko, skillfully captures the determination and pride on the woman's face as she casts her ballot. In the midst of the civil rights movement and a time when racial discrimination was still prevalent across America, this image symbolizes progress and hope for equality. It represents the hard-fought battle for voting rights that African Americans had been fighting for decades. The setting of Cardozo High School adds another layer of significance to this photo. Schools have always been seen as institutions where knowledge is acquired and minds are shaped. By casting her vote within these walls, this African American voter challenges societal norms and asserts her rightful place in shaping the future of her country. Marion Trikosko's composition beautifully frames not only the determined voter but also includes elements such as an interior chair and desk along with a ballot box nearby. These details emphasize both the personal act of voting and its broader implications for democracy. This photograph serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of equal representation at polling stations while acknowledging that there is still work to be done to ensure everyone's voice is heard in our democratic process.
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