Winner

Award History
| Award | Year | Status | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anisfield-Wolf Book Award – Nonfiction | 1988 | Winner |
About the Author
Abigail M. ThernstromAmerican
Abigail M. Thernstrom (1936–2020) was an American political scientist and conservative scholar renowned for her work on race relations, voting rights, and education. Notable works include Whose Votes Count? Read more →
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