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What was the primary purpose of the trade unions that emerged in the 1930s?
What was the primary purpose of the trade unions that emerged in the 1930s?
What major investigation was conducted by the British Government in 1938 regarding social conditions?
What major investigation was conducted by the British Government in 1938 regarding social conditions?
Which of the following was NOT a recommendation from the Moyne Commission?
Which of the following was NOT a recommendation from the Moyne Commission?
Which of the following leaders was NOT associated with the Caribbean trade union movement?
Which of the following leaders was NOT associated with the Caribbean trade union movement?
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What was a significant outcome of the social rebellions of the 1930s in the Caribbean?
What was a significant outcome of the social rebellions of the 1930s in the Caribbean?
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What did Caribbean people seek following Emancipation?
What did Caribbean people seek following Emancipation?
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What does universal adult suffrage entail?
What does universal adult suffrage entail?
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Which factor contributed significantly to the implementation of universal adult suffrage in the Caribbean?
Which factor contributed significantly to the implementation of universal adult suffrage in the Caribbean?
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Which Caribbean country first implemented universal adult suffrage?
Which Caribbean country first implemented universal adult suffrage?
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What role did nationalism play in the Caribbean during the suffrage movement?
What role did nationalism play in the Caribbean during the suffrage movement?
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What was a significant outcome of the local assemblies’ disagreements with the governors?
What was a significant outcome of the local assemblies’ disagreements with the governors?
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Which option best describes the rights encompassed by universal adult suffrage?
Which option best describes the rights encompassed by universal adult suffrage?
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What is the primary focus of the political ideology known as nationalism?
What is the primary focus of the political ideology known as nationalism?
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What is political enfranchisement primarily concerned with?
What is political enfranchisement primarily concerned with?
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How did the abolition of slavery in 1834 affect the lives of ex-slaves in the British colonies?
How did the abolition of slavery in 1834 affect the lives of ex-slaves in the British colonies?
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What was a significant aspect of the independence movement in Caribbean societies?
What was a significant aspect of the independence movement in Caribbean societies?
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What does adult suffrage advocate for in the context of political enfranchisement?
What does adult suffrage advocate for in the context of political enfranchisement?
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How did the colonial government's actions impact ex-slaves after emancipation?
How did the colonial government's actions impact ex-slaves after emancipation?
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What does trade unionism represent?
What does trade unionism represent?
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Which group was largely excluded from political participation during the middle of the 20th century?
Which group was largely excluded from political participation during the middle of the 20th century?
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What was one of the primary outcomes of systemic disenfranchisement in Caribbean societies?
What was one of the primary outcomes of systemic disenfranchisement in Caribbean societies?
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What was a primary goal of Garveyism as promoted by Marcus Garvey?
What was a primary goal of Garveyism as promoted by Marcus Garvey?
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How did Pan-Africanism contribute to the fight for suffrage among Caribbean people?
How did Pan-Africanism contribute to the fight for suffrage among Caribbean people?
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What significant cultural movement sought to celebrate black identity and values in the 1930s?
What significant cultural movement sought to celebrate black identity and values in the 1930s?
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Which ideology inspired individuals to fight for political enfranchisement to empower black communities?
Which ideology inspired individuals to fight for political enfranchisement to empower black communities?
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What was one of the effects of the Negritude movement on political activism?
What was one of the effects of the Negritude movement on political activism?
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How did nationalist leaders aim to reform political processes?
How did nationalist leaders aim to reform political processes?
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What was a central theme of the Pan-Africanism movement?
What was a central theme of the Pan-Africanism movement?
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What impact did Garveyism have on the Caribbean people's attitude towards their cultural heritage?
What impact did Garveyism have on the Caribbean people's attitude towards their cultural heritage?
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Study Notes
Political Enfranchisement
- Political enfranchisement is the process of granting individuals or groups the rights to participate in the political system, primarily through voting in elections and holding public office.
- During the mid-20th century, Black people in many regions were excluded from political participation.
- Colonial societies were often oppressive towards Black people after emancipation. This impacted the idea of political enfranchisement.
- The abolition of slavery in 1834 in British colonies did not lead to significant social, economic, or political changes for ex-slaves. Colonial governments didn't establish institutions to support them and they desired greater freedom.
- Thousands of Caribbean people migrated for better wages after emancipation to places like the Panama Canal, Cuba's sugar industries, and Puerto Rico's textile factories.
- The struggle for political enfranchisement was a key aspect of the independence movement in many Caribbean societies.
- Many Caribbean societies sought expanded voting rights for a broader segment of the population. This involved moving away from systems limiting voting rights to specific classes or races.
- Political enfranchisement included advocating for universal adult suffrage, where all adults, regardless of gender, race, or economic status, could vote.
Trade Unionism
- Trade unionism involves workers forming organizations (trade unions).
- These unions represent workers' interests in various industries.
- Trade unions advocate for better working conditions, fair wages, and job security.
- Trade unionism uses collective bargaining where union representatives negotiate with employers on behalf of workers.
- The goal is to improve workers' rights and working lives.
- The culture of oppression persisted into the early 20th century causing material deprivations for many people of Caribbean countries and led to widespread poverty.
- Labor rebellions, strikes, and large-scale protests were common throughout British Caribbean colonies in the 1930s.
- The British government created a Royal Commission (Moyne) in 1938 to investigate social conditions. This Commission highlighted the need for some reforms.
Goals and Analysis of Political Movements
- The 1930s social rebellions sparked trade unions and the rise of political parties. Working classes fought for better working conditions, health, and education.
- Charismatic political leaders emerged during this period. These leaders included: Uriah Buzz Butler, Adrian Cola Rienzi, Captain A.A. Cipriani, Alexander Bustamante, Norman Washington Manley, Grantley Adams, and Nathaniel Crichlow.
- These leaders organized and developed the Caribbean trade union movement.
Political Development (PD)
- Following emancipation, in the late 19th century, Caribbean residents wanted independence and greater autonomy.
- High taxes imposed by the mother countries caused resentment, motivating the people to work to have greater say in how their colony was governed.
- Local legislative branches often clashed with the governors' and governmental authorities.
Universal Adult Suffrage
- Universal adult suffrage is the right of citizens to vote in elections. This right is granted to adults irrespective of race, sex, or social class.
- The right to vote was often initially restricted to 21 years of age, but this requirement was subsequently reduced to 18 years.
- Unrest and wide-scale social conflict in the 1930s encouraged colonial governments to establish elected representation and to extend voting rights to more people.
- Universal adult suffrage was implemented in Jamaica by 1944. This became the first Caribbean country to recognize it.
- This right to vote was afforded to citizens despite of race, sex, belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, wealth, social status, or disability.
Nationalism, Garveyism, Pan-Africanism, and Negritude
- Nationalism is a political ideology emphasizing a nation's interests and advocating for self-determination, particularly from colonial rule.
- Garveyism, a movement supported by Marcus Garvey, promoted Black pride, economic independence, and return to Africa.
- Pan-Africanism promotes unification and upliftment of people of African descent and encourages solidarity.
- Negritude is a literary and cultural movement that highlights Black culture, identity, and values, while opposing colonialism.
- These ideologies influenced the demand for political enfranchisement.
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