This 15-year-old was the original Rosa Parks
Source: CNN
Watch this video to find out about the often overlooked story of civil rights pioneer Claudette Colvin.
Historic Figures
No, Shakespeare isn’t being ‘canceled,’ says this teacher accused of doing it
Source: The Washington Post
In this piece, a high school teacher explains her approach to teaching Shakespeare and rejects claims that she is taking part in “cancel culture.”
Who were Las Mariposas, and why were they murdered?
Source: TED
Watch this short TED video about the brave women who lead an underground revolution against one of the worst dictators in the Dominican Republic’s history.
How Andrew Carnegie Turned His Fortune Into A Library Legacy
Source: NPR
Steel magnate Andrew Carnegie was also a dedicated philanthropist who used his wealth to establish hundreds of public libraries. Listen to the story here.
Pastor Says Fight for Civil Rights Looks Different in 2021
Source: U.S. News & World Report
In this article, Pastor Ron English reflects on the events of 2020 and considers what the struggle for freedom and equality will look like in the months and years ahead.
When was greatness thrust upon William Shakespeare?
Source: The Economist
This article examines Shakespeare’s rise to greatness. It also features some interesting graphics that show trends in the popularity of his plays.
Beyond the silver screen: a look at the vibrant history of Harlem’s Black film scene
Source: Columbia Spectator
Read about the history of the thriving Harlem film scene from the Harlem Renaissance to the present day.
Watchdog Photo Gallery
Source: Nieman Foundation
Muckraking journalists are keen-eyed observers unafraid to expose the truth—even at great risk to themselves. View images of the investigative work of journalists and writers who took on powerful entities, exposing corruption and protecting the interests of citizens.
How Kids Helped During the Revolutionary War
Source: The Gazette
How did the families of everyday colonists respond when the Revolutionary War started? Read a brief list of some of the ways that the children of the Minutemen and Continental Army soldiers answered the call during the Thirteen Colonies’ struggle for independence.
5 Powerful and Influential Native American Women
Source: Biography
Native American women achieved important but often overlooked accomplishments in the early development of North America. Their success inspired later trailblazing efforts. Read the extraordinary stories of five Native American women whose impact went beyond forging the groundwork of an emerging new nation.