Vernon Huger
November 2, 2003
The Mysterious Origins of J. Edgar Hoover
J. Edgar Hoover, a well-known name of the 20th century, a well-known name of the 20th century, but presently a name often unnoticed in the history books. Why? This is the question that lies ahead. J. Edgar Hoover was one of the most virulent racists to hold a top government position in America during the 20th century. He was the long time director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Hoover was notorious for his targeting of blacks: civil rights leaders, elected officials, newspaper publishers, or even artists such as the great singer Paul Roberson. Throughout Hoover’s tenure as head of the FBI, which lasted from 1924 until his death i
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