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Vernon Jordan, Civil Rights Leader and Power Broker, Dead at 85

I loved his deep booming voice. His sharp wit. Vernon Jordan, Civil Rights Leader and D.C. Power Broker, Dies at 85 Mr. Jordan, who was selected to head the National Urban League while still in his 30s, counseled presidents and … Continue reading

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Civil Rights Tribute: I Have A Dream…

 The Greatest Demonstration For Freedom In The History Of Our Nation… From Wikipedia The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom (or “The Great March on Washington,” as styled in a sound recording released after the even)[1][2] was a large … Continue reading

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