Black History: Special Delivery!!
But you see now baby, whether you have a ph.d., d.d. or no d, we’re in this bag together. And whether you are from Morehouse or Nohouse, we’re still in this bag together.
-Fannie Lou Hamer
Fannie Lou Hamer (born Fannie Lou Townsend; October 6, 1917 – March 14, 1977) was an American voting rights activist, civil rights leader, and philanthropist.
In 2003, Leymah Gbowee and Liberian women surrounded peace talks, staged protests, and demanded change until their nation’s civil war finally ended.
Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at 84, leaving a powerful civil rights legacy shaped by activism, politics, controversy, and complexity.
Five organizations emerged as leading champions in the fight to end discrimination during the Civil Rights Movement. While many other groups also worked tirelessly for justice, these five are widely recognized as key architects who shaped the movement’s strategy and national impact.
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