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Today in African American history: Muhammad Ali the champ!
February 25, 2015On this date in 1964, Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, became world heavyweight boxing champion by defeating Sonny Liston in a stunning upset.
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Today in people’s history: 1199 opposes the Vietnam War
February 24, 2015Fifty years ago, on this day in 1965, District 1199 Health Care Workers became the first labor union in the United States to formally oppose the Vietnam War.
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Today in African American history: Birthday of W.E.B. DuBois
February 23, 2015One of the greatest scholars, thinkers and activists for African American liberation was born on this date in 1868.
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Texans rally for marriage equality
February 23, 2015Religious leaders from all over Texas rallied for gender equality on the north steps of the Texas Capitol on Feb. 17.
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Sen. Blumenthal, immigrant families call to overturn Texas court decision
February 20, 2015Families being hurt and their advocates gathered in New Haven City Hall to tell their stories to Sen. Richard Blumenthal.
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