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Today In Black History: Blind Tom
19th-century musical prodigy whose earnings were stolen.
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
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The Choice: Importance of Juneteenth: a Celebration of Freedom for ALL of Us
This is an official national holiday, and they will NOT erase our history!
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
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Today In Black History: Sly Stone
A musical prodigy who combined funk, soul, and rock into a unique musical brand.
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
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LA is burning...
Issue #870 The Choice, Thursday, June 12, 2025
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Keith Owens
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Today In Black History: Dr. Don Shirley
An award-winning and internationally-renowned American classical and jazz pianist and composer
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
Today In Black History: Professor George Shirley
The first African-American tenor to perform a leading role at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City.
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
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Yo TRUMP. Black Music Month in yo' face.
Issue #867 The Choice, Thursday, June 5, 2025
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Keith Owens
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Today In Black History: Geoffrey Holder
Actor, Dancer, Musician, Painter, Author, Educator
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
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Trump and the Emoluments Clause
Accepting the Qatari Plane is different from accepting the Statue of Liberty from France.
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Pamela Hilliard Owens
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Today In Black History: June is Black Music Month
The History and Meaning of This Official Celebration
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Pamela Hilliard Owens

May 2025

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