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African Americans in Oregon or Black Oregonians are residents of the state of Oregon who are of African American ancestry. In 2017, there were an estimated 91,000 African Americans in Oregon.[1]
African-Americans, like Blacks in other states, were historically discriminated against, but much more strongly contrasted to the rest of the US. When Oregon became a state in 1859, it was the only US state restricting people of certain ethnic backgrounds from owning land. From 1844 to 1936 the Government of Oregon set up restrictions prohibiting people of African descent from residing in the state, which has caused socio economic issues that still exist today.[2]
In the early 20th century, the African American population became heavily represented in the timber industry, helping to transform it into one of Oregon's most diverse trades.[3][4]
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