Presents the lives and accomplishments of both the Republican and Democratic 2008 United States presidential candidates in graphic novel format.

"A biography of Robert Smalls who, during the Civil War, commandeered the Confederate ship Planter to carry his family and twelve other slaves to freedom, and went on to become a United States Congressman working toward African American advancement"--Provided by publisher.

Chronicles the life of the man whose politics took him from civil rights worker in the South to serving as a United States Congressman.

"Mia Love, the first Black Republican congresswoman in America, shows readers how to own their stories, find their voices, and lead with character as they empower others to do the same. For so long, women-and Black women in particular-have been taught that they must have a stellar background, the highest degree of education, and the strongest resumé imaginable to earn their place in a society historically dominated by white men. As a result, women...

Follows the life of J.C. Watts, who played professional football, served as a Baptist minister, and became the first Republican African American to be elected to Congress from Oklahoma.

"This title introduces young readers to John Lewis, best known for his role during the Civil Rights era, for walking alongside Martin Luther King Jr., and for his work as a congressman."--

"An essential resource for readers analyzing the presidency of Barack Obama, this book provides a comprehensive summary of the life of 44th president of the United States."--

From the publisher: Provides a comprehensive history of the more than 120 African Americans who have served in the United States Congress. Written for a general audience, this book contains a profile of each African-American Member, including notables such as Hiram Revels, Joseph Rainey, Oscar De Priest, Adam Clayton Powell, Shirley Chisholm, Gus Hawkins, and Barbara Jordan. Individual profiles are introduced by contextual essays that explain major...