James Henry Anderson
James Henry Anderson was an entrepreneur and activist who played a significant role in African-American history, particularly in the realm of journalism. He is best...
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The Amsterdam News
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The Amsterdam News is an African-American weekly newspaper based in Harlem, New York City. It has been in publication since 1909, making it one of...
Ted Poston
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Ted Poston was an African-American journalist who played a significant role in breaking down racial barriers in the field of journalism. He was born on...
Pauline Hopkins
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Pauline Hopkins (1859-1930) was an African American novelist, playwright, journalist, and editor. She is known for her significant contributions to African American literature during the...
Sherley Anne Williams
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A Pioneering Voice in American Literature Sherley Anne Williams (1944-1999) was a prominent figure in American literature, known for her significant contributions as a poet,...
Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes
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A Champion of Haitian Culture and Civil Rights Rodolphe Lucien Desdunes, a Haitian-American writer, historian, and civil rights advocate, remains a significant figure in the...
The Talented Tenth
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The term “The Talented Tenth” refers to a concept developed by African American intellectual and civil rights leader W.E.B. Du Bois. He popularized the term...
Venice Tipton Spraggs
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Venice Tipton Spraggs served as the Washington Bureau Chief for the Chicago Defender and was the first African American inducted into Theta Sigma Phi, a...
André Leon Talley
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André Leon Talley is a prominent figure in the fashion industry. He is best known for his work as a fashion journalist, editor, and former...