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Jimmy Smith’s trailblazing journey from the first Black park ranger at Jonathan Dickinson State Park to leading the NAACP in Martin County highlights his commitment to racial equity and Black history preservation.
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Explore the story of the first Black software engineer at IBM, who overcame significant achievements and struggles with internalized racism, shedding light on racial discrimination in the tech world.
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Hiram Revels became the first African American U.S. Senator in 1870, championing civil rights and education for African Americans. Learn about his groundbreaking journey and legacy in U.S. politics.
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Reni Eddo-Lodge made history as the first Black British author to top the UK best-seller list with Why I’m No Longer Talking to White People About Race. Discover her journey and the impact of her work.
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Michele Norris, the first Black female host of NPR’s flagship program, will keynote the 2025 MLK Breakfast in Minneapolis, honoring Dr. King’s legacy.
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Explore Senator Steven Bradford’s groundbreaking political journey from Gardena’s first Black Councilmember to a champion of equity and social justice in California.
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Discover how President Biden honored the descendants of America’s first Black family during his historic visit to Angola, celebrating their enduring legacy and U.S.-Africa ties.
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Kerry Washington, Emmy-winning actress and activist, receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating her trailblazing role in Scandal and her long career in film and TV.
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Perry Shaw becomes Delcambre’s first Black police chief, focusing on safety, unity, and community growth in Louisiana’s small town. Learn about Shaw’s plans and vision.
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Henry Louis Gates Jr. made history in 1998 as the first Black scholar to receive the National Humanities Medal, celebrating a legacy in African American studies and public education
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