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Jim Crow 2.0: From The Poll Tax To The Save Act

What in the Jim Crow 2.0 is really going on? Let's talk about Voting Rights and the SAVE Act.

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Poetry and Protest: The Life and Legacy of George Moses Horton

Poetry and Protest: The Life and Legacy of George Moses Horton

George Moses Horton was the first Black man to publish a book in the South, which did while enslaved.

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The Wiz: From Box Office Flop to Cultural Classic

When The Wiz premiered in 1978, it was labeled a box office disappointment. Over time, the film has gone from being criticized to being celebrated. Share your favorite character or scene in the comments! #blackmail4u #BlackHistory #TheWiz

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Remembering The Color Purple

 The Color Purple by Alice Walker was released in 1985. Its themes of survival, faith, sisterhood, justice, and self-discovery still resonate deeply. Stories like these affirm identity, inspire courage, and build connection across generations.

Check out the interactive presentation to learn some lesser-known details about the film as well as some its iconic quotes.

Remembering "The Color Purple"

The Color Purple by Alice Walker was released in 1985. Its themes of survival, faith, sisterhood, justice, and self-discovery still resonate

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Research as Resistance: W.E.B. Du Bois and The Philadelphia Negro Study

Research as Resistance: W.E.B. Du Bois and The Philadelphia Negro Study

In 1899, W.E.B. DuBois documented structural inequality, proving Black poverty wasn’t self-inflicted but systemically enforced.

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Ignorance and Power: James Baldwin's Warning

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The Wingo Sisters: Pioneers Of Women's Professional Wrestling

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John Lewis: 5 Things You May Not Know

Explore five lesser-known facts about John Lewis, from his upbringing to lifelong activism, and his legacy of getting into “good trouble.”

John Lewis: 5 Things You May Not Know

Explore five lesser-known facts about John Lewis, from his upbringing to lifelong activism, and his legacy of getting into “good trouble.”

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Miss Mary Hamilton: Put Some Respect On Her Name

Mary Hamilton demanded some respect be put on her name. She refused to be disrespected in court and won a Supreme Court ruling affirming dignity and equal treatment.

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How John W. Bubbles Gave Tap a New Rhythm

John W. Bubbles reshaped tap dancing with the creation of rhythm tap, influencing generations of dancers.

How John W. Bubbles Gave Tap a New Rhythm

John W. Bubbles reshaped tap dancing with the creation of rhythm tap, influencing generations of dancers.

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United for Peace: How Leymah Gbowee and the Women of Liberia Helped End Liberia’s Civil War

In 2003, Leymah Gbowee and Liberian women surrounded peace talks, staged protests, and demanded change until their nation’s civil war finally ended.

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I Am Somebody: Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr.

Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., civil rights icon, spiritual leader, presidential candidate, and global advocate for justice, died on February 17, 2026, at the age of 84, surrounded by family. His passing marks the end of a generation that bridged the Civil Rights Movement and modern Black political power.

“I Am Somebody”: Remembering Rev. Jesse Jackson (1941–2026)

Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at 84, leaving a powerful civil rights legacy shaped by activism, politics, controversy, and “I Am Somebody.”

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The Big Five: Architects Of The Civil Rights Movement

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Hazel M. Johnson: Mother Of Environmental Justice

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Reflections On Black Love From Black Authors & Activists

Happy Love Day! Let's reflect on some love quotes from Black Authors and activists. Check out the video to hear from Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Lorraine Hansberry, and more! Any love quotes you'd add to the list? Leave a comment and let us know!

Reflections On Love From Black Authors and Activists

Happy Valentine's Day! Let's reflect on some love quotes from Black Authors and activists. Here from Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Lorraine H

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A Long Way From Liberation

Octavia Butler reminds us that freedom extended is not freedom secured. True liberation is not softened control, but structural change that removes the leash entirely.

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Jermain Wesley Loguen: The King of the Underground Railroad

Widely known as the “King of the Underground Railroad,” Jermain Wesley Loguen turned his Syracuse, NY home into a powerful Underground Railroad station. Fearless and determined, He refused to bow to unjust laws

Jermain Wesley Loguen: The King of the Underground Railroad

Widely known as the “King of the Underground Railroad,” Jermain Wesley Loguen turned his Syracuse, NY home into a powerful Underground Railr