Courtesy:ABC News The civil rights community is reflecting on the extraordinary life of Jesse Jackson, who died at 84, leaving behind a legacy defined by courage, persistence and a commitment to expanding equality in the United States and abroad. His family confirmed his passing as tributes began pouring in from public figures, community organizers and…
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Powerful Barbie immortalizes Juneteenth icon Dr. Opal Lee
Courtesy: officialblackwallstreet Dr. Opal Lee, widely celebrated as the Grandmother of Juneteenth, has reached another historic milestone as she becomes the latest honoree in Barbie’s Inspiring Women series. The doll recognizes a lifetime of advocacy that helped elevate Juneteenth from a community remembrance to a federally recognized holiday. For Lee, whose work spans decades, the…