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Today In History
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February Is Black History Month
- In 1780- Capt. Paul Cuffe and six other African-American residents of Massachusetts petitioned the state legislature for the right to vote. Claiming "no taxation without representation," the residents had earlier refused to pay taxes. The courts agreed and awarded Cuffe and the six other defendants full civil rights.
- In 1995- Bernard A. Harris, Jr becomes first African American to walk in space
To Inspire You
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As we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we're liberated from our own fear our presence liberates others.
Nelson Mandela
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