There are many influential African Americans in US History. Many have stood up against slavery, segregation and racial legacy. Understanding their stories and influence helps us to understand the ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump kicked off Black History Month on Wednesday by gathering some of his black aides and supporters at the White House for a “listening” session in which he ...

It’s becoming such a prestigious and exciting honor to hear that one’s name is on The Root 100 list. Suggested Reading Why Every Black Family Needs a Good Auntie or Uncle What You Need to Know About ...

For Black History Month, explore the contributions of prominent individuals beginning with this resource list highlighting influential black leaders of the past and present. These public media videos, ...

In 1969, Black educators and students at Kent State University proposed the month of February to be celebrated as Black History Month. The first ever celebration took place at Kent State University a ...

Historically, Black political power has not come easily in the United States. The institution of slavery and systems of racial inequality – from Black Codes to Jim Crow – restricted the civil and ...

Malcolm X was born 91 years ago today, and since his assassination in February 1965, he’s still regarded as one of the greatest and most influential African Americans in history. Everyone on Twitter ...