African-American history
“The Butler” brings civil rights era to life
August 27, 2013Forest Whitaker Is incapable of anything that isn't stellar. The rest of the cast, basically everybody in Hollywood, Is completely stunning.
Read moreToday in women’s history: Singer Rosetta Tharpe was born
March 20, 2013Known as a pioneer of 20th-century music, "Sister" Rosetta Tharpe (March 20, 1915 - October 9, 1973) was a singer, songwriter, guitarist and recording artist.
Read moreUniversity of Pennsylvania awards Du Bois honorary doctorate
February 23, 2012Today would have been the 144th birthday of WEB Du Bois, the great scholar, civil rights and peace activist.
Read moreAnna Julia Cooper, 1858-1964: A fighter for equal rights for all
February 23, 2012She was a leader in the fight for African American equality, women's equality and their rights in education, and for African Americans' and women's right to vote.
Read moreHenry Winston centennial celebration to be held in New York
February 9, 2012A national and international campaign won her release and acquittal. Winston played a key role in the campaign.
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