Posts Tagged ‘Trailblazers’
Trailblazing politician Shirley Chisholm is awarded Congress’ highest honor
Kamala Harris signed the build posthumously awarding Shirley Chisolm the Congressional Gold Medal, which President Biden signed into law.
Read MoreThe Strangers by Ekow Eshun review – five Black pioneers
Colin Grant reviews a book in which the author parallels the racism faced by notable figures such as Malcolm X with his own life.
Read MoreAlsobrooks and Blunt Rochester: Black Women Make Senate History
Amid a disastrous loss to President Trump, two Black women have made history as they become representatives for their respective states.
Read MoreWalking tour: Stories of Strength – Honoring Black Milwaukeeans
Milwaukee’s rich Black history dates back to the early 1800s, with significant contributions to the city’s development and culture. “Stories of Strength” honors several early Black Milwaukeeans who have shaped our community including*: Susanna & Sully Watson, early settlers and entrepreneurs (featured prominently in the Milwaukee Public Museum Streets of Old Milwaukee) Matilda & Louis…
Read MoreFrom Mick Jagger to Crossroads: the pioneering career of Cleo Sylvestre
“Trailblazing” actress Cleo Sylvestre who starred in films, soap operas and stage plays has died aged 79, her agent has said.
Read MoreTrailblazing Black trans singer Jackie Shane finally gets her due in Tennessee
The soul vocalist, who was recently the focus of a documentary, will be recognized by Nashville with a historical marker.
Read MoreBeyoncé shut out of Country Music Award nominations
The lack of welcome that encouraged the singer to make her first country album continues at the 2024 CMAs.
Read MoreHistoric sculpture of Vel Phillips unveiled at Wisconsin Capitol Building
A crowd gathered in Madison to see the new statue and hear speeches from Governor Evers, Senator Baldwin, and Phillips’ son.
Read MoreAmerica’s Black Holocaust Virtual Museum Adds Virtual Exhibit About Dr. Caesar
The virtual exhibit discusses the life and accomplishments of the first Black American whose medical discovered were published.
Read MoreGeorge Hocker broke through barriers as one of the CIA’s first Black spymasters
With the CIA releasing details about former spies, the work of and racism against people like George Hocker has finally come to light.
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