Oral History of Thomas A. Dixon, interviewed by Alayna Travaglione, 22 March 2021
Title
Oral History of Thomas A. Dixon, interviewed by Alayna Travaglione, 22 March 2021
Subject
Description
In this interview, Thomas Dixon reflects on his community and political involvement in the aftermath of the killing of Walter Scott and the Mother Emanuel massacre. He talks about how he learned about each event and his role in a community looking for answers and justice. Dixon reflects on the impact of these events, the importance of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the need for local police reform. He remembers his decision to enter politics and talks about his campaigns in 2016 for Senate against Tim Scott and in 2020 for Mayor of North Charleston against Keith Summey. Dixon describes the challenges he faced, the lack of support from the Democrat Party, and the lessons he learned. At the end of the interview, he states his family's respect and support are what he treasures the most.
Publisher
The Citadel Archives and Museum
Date
Rights
Materials in The Citadel Archives & Museum Digital Collections are intended for educational and research use. The user assumes all responsibility for identifying and satisfying any claimants of copyright. For more information contact The Citadel Archives & Museum, The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, 29409.
Format
application/pdf
Language
English
Type
Text
Identifier
https://citadeldigitalarchives.omeka.net/items/show/1643
Coverage
Charleston (S. C.)
Duration
60 minutes
Interviewer
Alayna Travaglione
Interviewee
Thomas A. Dixon
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Collection
Citation
The Charleston Oral History Program at the Citadel, “Oral History of Thomas A. Dixon, interviewed by Alayna Travaglione, 22 March 2021,” The Citadel Archives Digital Collections, accessed May 11, 2024, https://citadeldigitalarchives.omeka.net/items/show/1643.