Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Black History Month, a celebration of Black history, culture and education, kicks off on Feb. 1. Historian and author Carter ...
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Civil War and recognizing local black troops
Abraham Lincoln was assassinated 160 years ago. There had been four years of terrible conflagration and the loss of thousands of lives. I have chosen to honor Black History Month by featuring two of ...
The Black librarian who rewrote the rules of power, gender and passing as white
Belle da Costa Greene, who was JP Morgan’s librarian, became a lively fixture at Gilded Age mansions, country retreats, ...
'We are in mourning': President Trump mixes sympathy and politics as consoler-in-chief
Americans turn to their leaders for solace in times of mourning. Donald Trump has used national tragedies to make political points or demean critics.