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Youth march and African American History Celebration inspire struggle

February 27, 2015 By Lisa Bergmann

Before the march, participants gathered to make a "peace pledge," writing the name of a loved one lost to violence, or a message of peace, on a red felt heart.

Today in African American history: African Burial Ground National Monument

February 27, 2015 By Special to People’s World

The memorial was dedicated in 2007 and included several commissioned pieces of public art.

NY Mayor de Blasio addresses the State of the City

February 26, 2015 By Gabe Falsetta

Mayor Bill de Blasio opened his State of the City address with a commitment to maintaining a city that is inclusive and affordable.

Chicago “Mayor 1%” Rahm Emanuel forced into runoff

February 26, 2015 By Combined Sources

Money can buy Rahm Emanuel a lot of things but it couldn't buy him love, at least not from the voters here in the Feb. 24 primary race for mayor.

Today in African American history: Muhammad Ali the champ!

February 25, 2015 By Special to People’s World

On this date in 1964, Cassius Clay, later known as Muhammad Ali, became world heavyweight boxing champion by defeating Sonny Liston in a stunning upset.