political legacy
Robert Smalls, a Civil War hero and political pioneer, will become the first African American honored with a statue on South Carolina’s Capitol grounds. The bipartisan decision follows years of advocacy, including efforts by Smalls’ descendants, and reflects a shift away from monuments honoring Confederate figures. Born into slavery, Smalls gained national fame in 1862 […]
Charles Rangel, a towering figure in American politics and civil rights, has passed away at the age of 94. A Korean War hero and Bronze Star recipient, Rangel served 23 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming a founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus and the first African American to chair the House […]
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