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Fo​ur prep stars in Gophers' rotation
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(1869) John Willis Menard, “Speech Before the United States House of Representatives”
John Willis Menard, (1838-1893) was the first African American elected to Congress when on November 3, 1868 he received the majority of votes to fill the unexpired term of Louisiana Second District Congressman James Mann. On the strength of the vote Menard went to Washington to be seated. However
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Pacific Bound: California’s 1852 Fugitive Slave Law
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Eight Louisiana police officers accused of excessive force after chase have been indicted | The Atlanta Voice
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Africa: Health Risks At Home - a Study in Six African Countries Shows How Healthy Housing Saves Children's Lives
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Perkins, Marvin (1963– )
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Mavs Seek Racial Healing With “Courageous Conversations”
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Memphis rappers' account of Rayshard Brooks' killing still fresh as funeral approaches
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The incident has rocked the Western Cape community after Natasha Booise was shot dead in front of her 10-year-old son, and the rest of her family.
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The Beauty Revolution: Black Owned Beauty Brands Redefining The Standard
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Memphis rappers’ account of Rayshard Brooks’ killing still fresh on day of funeral
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Mississippi Mayor Says, If You Can Say You Cant Breathe, Youre Breathing
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