Tag: Civil Rights Era
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Leslie Odom Jr. leads the cast in the first revival of Ossie Davis’ satirical masterpiece Purlie Victorious on Broadway after 62 years, challenging stereotypes and celebrating Black pride.
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Explore the remarkable legacy of Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee and later chair of the California State University Board. Discover her tireless advocacy for affirmative action and how her visionary leadership continues to inspire efforts…
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The extraordinary journey of James ‘Jack’ Wormley Jones, the inaugural Black FBI agent in the United States. Uncover his illustrious military career, groundbreaking covert missions, and enduring legacy in shaping diversity and inclusion within law enforcement during the…
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Arthur Mitchell, the first Black principal dancer at the New York City Ballet in 1955. Discover how Mitchell broke ballet’s racial barriers, founded the Dance Theatre of Harlem, and left a lasting legacy in the world of dance
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