Tag Archives: Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou’s 911 call: Dispatcher ranted about race during the call.

Posted on June 1, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

While Maya Angelou drew her last breath, 911 dispatcher John Ruckh held a conversation about Oprah Winfrey & race during the call.  According to reports, John Ruckh has been suspended with pay.  Why was he suspended? He should have been … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread | Black Poets Week: Maya Angelou

Posted on March 15, 2014 by rikyrah

We end this week with Maya Angelou. Global Renaissance Woman Dr. Maya Angelou is one of the most renowned and influential voices of our time. Hailed as a global renaissance woman, Dr. Angelou is a celebrated poet, memoirist, novelist, educator, … Continue reading →

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