African Americans
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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This week in history: First African American congressman speaks on House of Representatives floor
February 1, 2016Jefferson Franklin Long: the first black member to speak on the House floor.
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