Studies responses of one hundred Lansing Negroes to racial discrimination and segregation as shown in their participation in protest groups and activities.
Describes migration to Lansing during World War II. Finds migrated Lansing Negro women, on growing affluent, drop their Southern cooking and medical habits.
Study of one hundred and fifty Negro males in Lansing shows status achievement in occupation, income and especially in education, leads to participation in collective action to reduce discrimination.