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Black autonomy

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The principle of African American independence and self-governance, including building separate social, economic, and political institutions rather than pursuing integration.

AP course connection

Topic 3.17: 3.17 Afro-Caribbean Migration

Unit 3

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