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3) Jackie Ormes
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An overview of the life and achievements of Jackie Ormes that discusses her childhood, move to Chicago, political views, social circle, success as a commercial artist and cartoonist, popular comics, the Patty-Jo doll, and more. Includes over 150 illustrations.
5) Cathy Hughes
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Black History Month - ROD Children's
Black History Month for Kids
OBD Black History Month (February) - YOUTH
Black History Month for Kids
OBD Black History Month (February) - YOUTH
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Cathy Hughes is a media sensation. In 1979 she purchased radio station WOL in Washington, D.C. With hard work she grew her business into the largest Black-owned media company in the United States. She is the founder and chairperson of Urban One. It includes TV One, Radio One, Reach Media, and One Solution.
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Ketanji Brown Jackson made history as the first African American woman to become a Supreme Court Justice. Learn about Ketanji Brown Jackson's life, experience, and accomplishments in this nonfiction biography. This illustrated book includes a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to help develop reading comprehension skills.
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Frederick O'Neal was an outspoken leader for equity in the American entertainment industry. In 1940 he co-founded the American Negro Theatre. It was only the beginning of his contributions to theater. Each time he was elevated, he used his position to make things better for Black actors and other minority actors and actresses.
8) O.W. Gurley
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O.W. Gurley was a savvy businessman. In 1905 he purchased 40 acres of land in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It later became known as the Greenwood Community. He used his money and influence to make Greenwood one of the richest African American communities in America. It was nicknamed "Black Wall Street."