Hanes Walton, Jr.: Architect of the Black Science of Politics

Focusing on the contributions of Hanes Walton Jr., this study examines his role as a foundational figure in African American politics and the scientific study of the subject. As the first to earn a PhD in political science from Howard University, Walton's writings and advocacy established black politics as a recognized subfield. The book not only analyzes Walton's extensive work but also traces the historical development of black political studies and assesses its evolution in the years following his groundbreaking efforts.