Posts Tagged ‘activists’
Free Mandela (from the Prison of Fantasy)!
Journalists and activists pull back the curtain on Nelson Mandela’s activism, which has been elevated nearly to mythology.
Read MoreNelson Mandela, South African Icon of Peaceful Resistance, Is Dead
With the death of South Africa’s former president and activist, Nelson Mandela, the world wonders about the country’s moral future.
Read MoreFrank Ocean, and Why Blacks Need to Finally Get Over Homophobia
When will it just be accepted and not a novelty for a Black Entertainer to come out openly Gay? Frank Ocean made headlines last year with his announcement but was it really a step forward for the Black LGBT community? While we can all agree that what he did took courage it is about time that it shouldn’t have to.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Alice Walker!
We recognize Alice Walker, an award-winning author whose work is well known in and outside of the Black community on her birthday.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Reverend John Rankin, Dedicated Abolitionist!
Reverend John Rankin worked toward equality through his religious weapons and work on the Underground Railroad.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Julian Bond, Civil Rights Hero!
A champion for Black and LGBTQ rights, Julian Bond held positions in politics, education, and activism over his life.
Read MoreToday We Celebrate the Life of Dr. Horace M. Bond, Educator and Trailblazer
Horace Mann Bond was a scholar who used his incredible intellect to teach others about civil rights and Black culture.
Read MoreAirman Chauncey Spencer Integrated the Air Force – At a Cost
A pilot and activist fought for integration of the United States Air Force after proving the safety of Black pilots.
Read MoreHappy Birthday, Faith Ringgold, Boundary-Breaker, Black Artist and Arts Promoter!
Faith Ringgold is an activist who made sure that her art represented and reflected her African heritage.
Read MoreNelson Mandela’s 94th Birthday Celebrated Globally Today With 67 Minutes of Public Service
We honor Nelson Mandela, a South African activist for equality who worked to end the apartheid and eventually became president.
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