FASHION FLASHBACK: The Women Of The Black Panther Party
The Black Panther Party was a force to be reckoned with during an era in American history where African-Americans fought to prevent their own subjugation.
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THE POET: Gwendolyn Brooks
In 1950, Brooks was the first African-American to win a Pulitzer Prize. Brooks did more than illuminate the Black experience; she transcended racial boundaries, paving the way for transformative Black figures like Barack Obama.
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The Blaxploitation Films “The Man” Didn’t Want You To See
By now, everyone’s seen Shaft and Superfly, the ultimate blaxploitation films, but the relatively shortlived film genre produced hundreds of low budget action and comedy films that allowed filmmakers like Spike Lee and Robert Townsend to have successful careers in film.
Take a look at the trailers for a few blaxploitation films that are essential viewing!
Sweet Sweetback’s Baadasssss Song (1971)
Although it wasn’t really considered a blaxploitation film, Melvin Van Peebles’ magnum opus blew
Read MoreAntonio “Huggy Bear” Fargas On Reading, Snitching & Blaxploitation
Veteran Actor, Antonio “Huggy Bear” Fargas has joined forces with husband and wife team, Bill and Catherine Owens-Hermann, in their effort to raise awareness of global illiteracy. Their book, Safari’s Song, will be brought to life in a performance reading, narrated by Antonio Fargas.
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GALLERY: Landmark Year In Black History – 1991
During 1991, Clarence Thomas was appointed to the Supreme Court to replace retired Justice Thurgood Marshall. His appointment caused controversy in the Black political sphere. Meanwhile, the groundbreaking John Singleton film “Boyz N The Hood” was released.
Read MoreVIDEO: Fonzworth Bentley “Fireside Chat”
As Black History Month begins to draw to a close, Fonzworth Bentley invites all of you to sit for a little “Fireside Chat.”
Read MoreWinter Olympics Phenomenon: Shani Davis
Shani Davis has taken the 2010 Winter Olympics by storm. If you didn’t know who he was before, now you do. Get to know the Winter Olympics phenom here.
Read MoreTHE DIPLOMAT: Ralph Bunche
Ralph Bunche was America’s first African-American ambassador to the world. Our 44th President follows that legacy of diplomatic service, blazing Bunche’s trail into the new century.
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