African Americans

“Black Revolutionary” explores life of William Patterson and global freedom fight

November 8, 2013 By Tony Pecinovsky

In Gerald Horne's new book, "Black Revolutionary: William Patterson and the Globalization of the African American Freedom Struggle," we are privy to William L. Patterson's transformation from well-to-do lawyer to a revolutionary.

Today in labor history: Earl Lloyd became the first black player in NBA

October 31, 2013 By Special to People’s World

Born in Virginia, Lloyd attended West Virginia state. He was selected in the 9th round NBA draft.

Today in labor history: Underground Railroad leader Levi Coffin born

October 28, 2013 By Special to People’s World

He strongly advocated for aid to the freed slaves to enable them to take their full place in American society.

Today in labor history: NAACP sends “Appeal to the World” to the UN

October 23, 2013 By Special to People’s World

The U.S. delegation to the UN, which included NAACP board member Eleanor Roosevelt, refused to introduce the petition.

Today in labor history: General Motors agrees to end employment discrimination

October 18, 2013 By Special to People’s World

The turnaround came ten years after the commission had filed a complaint that African Americans, Latinos, other minorities, and women were being unfairly treated.