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Born April 2, 1939 in Washington, D.C, Marvin Gaye began his career as a session drummer before becoming one of the greatest male solo artists of all-time. He recorded thirteen number one singles, seven number one albums, and his 1971 Whats Going On is considered one of the greatest albums in
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Ali Jr. Says Father Would've Hated Black Lives Matter Protests
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Alameda County D.A.’s Office Adds $2 Million to State Funds for Fighting Organized Retail Crimes | Post News Group
During a press conference last month, the Oakland NAACP chapter called out the city and Mayor Sheng Thao for their failure to apply in time for the state grant, missing out on almost $15 million in funding that could be used to prosecute retail crime with extra police patrols, squad cars, and
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17 Years After Destiny’s Child’s ‘Cater 2 U’ Was Released, Some Women Are Rethinking The Song’s Lyrics
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The Eight Box Law of 1882
The Eight Box Law of 1882 was an election law designed to ensure white supremacy in South Carolina without violating the Fifteenth Amendment, which barred states from depriving their citizens of the vote on the basis of race. Even after the defeat of Reconstruction, Congress still enforced the
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Netflix's 'High On The Hog' Host Reflects On 'Profound Experience' Tracing His Roots Through Cuisine In Season 2 - Blavity
Black Americans have faced the unimaginable, and while there is still a long way to go, the High on the Hog Netflix series celebrates the resilience of our people by honing in on the language that connects us all: food.
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Former President Obama Slams Trump's COVID-19 Response As An "Absolute Chaotic Disaster"
“Former President Barack Obama harshly criticized President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic as an “absolute chaotic disaster “during a conversation with ex-members of his
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Seattle’s core taxes increased four times faster than economy since 2013: study
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Voices of the Civil War Episode 18: "New York Draft Riot"
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