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Eight Year Old Expelled for Drawing a Picture of Jesus Christ!

December 26, 2009 By Leave a Comment

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Trans-Atlantic Slave Voyages

February 27, 2009 By 2 Comments

Emory University has released a free online database granting access to records of transatlantic slave voyages.  The database allows readers to search voyages databases, see estimates of the slave trade, and explore the African names database.  The Trans-Atlantic Slave Voyage Database has information on almost 35,000 slaving voyages between the 16th and 19th century.  Over [...]

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Notable African-American Quotes

February 11, 2009 By 2 Comments
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A spiritual renaissance is what is needed among young African-American people. Any attempt at building racial and cultural institutions in our communities without a spiritual renaissance–a vibrant embrace of faith–will produce symbols but not substance. Anthony A. Parker Neither the old=time slavery, nor continued prejudice need extinguish self-respect, crush manly ambition or paralyze effort… Paul [...]

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The History of Black History Month

February 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment

February marks the beginning of Black History Month, a federally recognized, nation-wide celebration that provides the opportunity for all Americans to reflect on the significant roles that African Americans have played in the shaping of U.S. history. But how did this celebration come to be — and why does it take place in February?                                            [...]

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