African Americans
The black community is key in South Carolina primary
February 24, 2016Pundits have been examining opinions within the African American community and trying to predict whether Clinton or Sanders will capture the black vote.
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This week in history: First Black woman earns a medical degree
February 22, 2016Rebecca Davis Lee became the first African-American woman to become a physician in the United States.
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Justice Department’s civil rights complaint against Ferguson could set model for reform
February 19, 2016The Department of Justice filed a robust complaint against Ferguson, Missouri, charging the city with violations of federal civil rights statutes.
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Documentary on Black Panther Party explores organization’s complex history
February 18, 2016The film shows people who wanted to stand up and fight back against the oppression they faced.
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This week in history: Kickass black feminist Flo Kennedy born
February 10, 2016She was a lawyer, activist, civil rights advocate, lecturer, writer and feminist.
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