Tag: racism
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Lillian Seenoi-Barr, Northern Ireland’s first black mayor, confronts racism and misogyny in leadership amidst recent riots, calling for unity and careful language in addressing sensitive topics.
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Carol Moseley Braun, the first Black woman to serve in the U.S. Senate, has thrown her full support behind Vice President Kamala Harris’ bid for the presidency, recognizing the unique challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
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The remarkable story of Harold Franklin, the first Black student to attend Auburn University in 1964, who finally received his degree in 2020, 56 years later, overcoming racism and discrimination to pave the way for future generations of…
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The remarkable story of Captain Ed Dwight, the first African-American astronaut candidate who faced challenges and controversy during the Space Race era.
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The journey of Johnny Ford, the trailblazer elected as Tuskegee, Alabama’s first Black mayor in the historic 1972 election. Overcoming voter suppression, Ford served eight nonconsecutive terms, co-founded the National Black Mayors conference, and became a vocal advocate…
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In 1960, Ruby Bridges became the first Black student at age 6 to integrate the all-white William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Learn about her history-making story.
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Leroy Stover, who made history in 1966 as Birmingham, Alabama’s first Black police officer, passed away at age 90. He persevered through racism to integrate the force.
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