Why Colored People in Philadelphia Are Excluded from the Street Cars

"Why Colored People in Philadelphia Are Excluded from the Street Cars" by Benjamin P. Hunt is a snapshot of racial injustice in 19th-century Philadelphia. It digs into the ways Black folks were barred from riding public streetcars because of the color of their skin. The book shines a light on the uphill battle faced by activists pushing for equal rights, including their fights against city leaders, biased laws, and prejudiced opinions. Packed with real stories of Black passengers being kicked off streetcars and even facing violence, the book paints a vivid picture of the deep-seated discrimination of the time. Hunt argues that this exclusion isn't just unfair but morally wrong, calling for big changes to create a society where everyone is treated equally, no matter their race.