Tag: civil rights
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Explore Pauli Murray’s restored childhood home in Durham, NC, now a hub for social justice programming honoring the civil rights leader and first Black woman Episcopal priest.
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John Brittain, UConn Law’s first Black tenured professor, returns to co-teach a groundbreaking course on Taxation and Racism, highlighting the school’s commitment to diversity and social justice in legal education.
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Sybil Morial, civil rights activist and wife of New Orleans’ first Black mayor, dies at 91. Her life of activism and education left an indelible mark on the city’s history.
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Discover how John J. Bird, the first Black trustee at the University of Illinois, shaped education and civil rights in post-Civil War Illinois. Learn about his groundbreaking achievements and lasting legacy.
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Discover Paul Robeson’s groundbreaking career as the first Black Othello on Broadway and his fight for civil rights through newly released recordings and a fresh historical perspective.
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Spokane honors Jim Chase, Washington’s first Black mayor, with a portrait unveiling. Learn about his journey from Texas to political trailblazer and youth advocate.
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Deborah Archer becomes the first Black woman president of the ACLU, set to lead the organization’s fight for racial equality and civil rights in America.
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Bill Logan, Evanston’s first Black police chief, passes away at 92. Celebrated for his historic role in law enforcement, bravery, and community service, Logan’s legacy endures through his impactful contributions.
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Greene County, Alabama, celebrates its 55th Freedom Day, honoring the historic 1969 special election that led to the first all-Black county leadership in the nation.
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Gregory Swanson’s 1950 lawsuit desegregated UVA Law, paving the way for integration in Southern universities and shaping the future of legal education.
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