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I'm just a Girl who still believes in Democracy.
"If there is no justice for the people, let there be no PEACE for the government"
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"If there is no justice for the people, let there be no PEACE for the government"
Music Heals 😎🎶🎶🦁 📎
#BlackHistory Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (formerly the African Institute/Institute for Colored Youth), founded in 1837 in Pennsylvania, is the nation’s first Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Established by Quaker philanthropist Richard Humphreys to educate African Americans,
February 17, 2026 at 11:52 PM
#BlackHistory Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (formerly the African Institute/Institute for Colored Youth), founded in 1837 in Pennsylvania, is the nation’s first Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Established by Quaker philanthropist Richard Humphreys to educate African Americans,
#BlackHistory Minnie M. Cox (1869-1933) graduated from Fisk University in Nashville, TN with a certificate in teaching she is known for her role as postmaster under 3 different presidents. Minne and her husband were both politically active individuals and supported the Republican Party.
February 17, 2026 at 7:01 PM
#BlackHistory Minnie M. Cox (1869-1933) graduated from Fisk University in Nashville, TN with a certificate in teaching she is known for her role as postmaster under 3 different presidents. Minne and her husband were both politically active individuals and supported the Republican Party.
#BlackHistory Andrew "Rube" Foster (1879–1930) was a monumental figure in Black history, celebrated as the "Father of Black Baseball" for founding and organizing the Negro National League (NNL) in 1920, the first successful, long-lasting league for Black players. A dominant pitcher, manager, and
February 17, 2026 at 3:38 PM
#BlackHistory Andrew "Rube" Foster (1879–1930) was a monumental figure in Black history, celebrated as the "Father of Black Baseball" for founding and organizing the Negro National League (NNL) in 1920, the first successful, long-lasting league for Black players. A dominant pitcher, manager, and
#BlackHistory Georgia Ann Robinson (nee Hill; May 12, 1879 – September 21, 1961) was an American police officer, community worker who was the first African American
woman to be appointed a police officer at the Los Angeles Police Department
woman to be appointed a police officer at the Los Angeles Police Department
February 16, 2026 at 5:20 PM
#BlackHistory Georgia Ann Robinson (nee Hill; May 12, 1879 – September 21, 1961) was an American police officer, community worker who was the first African American
woman to be appointed a police officer at the Los Angeles Police Department
woman to be appointed a police officer at the Los Angeles Police Department
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What's one of your favorite Bob Dylan songs? 🎶
With cover art by Dylan himself, Bob Dylan finally gets his first #1 on the Billboard 200 with his 14th studio album, Planet Waves, on February 16, 1974. The album came out 2 weeks late, on January 17, because Dylan decided to change the title from 👇
With cover art by Dylan himself, Bob Dylan finally gets his first #1 on the Billboard 200 with his 14th studio album, Planet Waves, on February 16, 1974. The album came out 2 weeks late, on January 17, because Dylan decided to change the title from 👇
February 16, 2026 at 2:22 PM
What's one of your favorite Bob Dylan songs? 🎶
With cover art by Dylan himself, Bob Dylan finally gets his first #1 on the Billboard 200 with his 14th studio album, Planet Waves, on February 16, 1974. The album came out 2 weeks late, on January 17, because Dylan decided to change the title from 👇
With cover art by Dylan himself, Bob Dylan finally gets his first #1 on the Billboard 200 with his 14th studio album, Planet Waves, on February 16, 1974. The album came out 2 weeks late, on January 17, because Dylan decided to change the title from 👇
#BlackHistory James L. Shelton the first black Chicago police officer, was appointed in 1871. Black police officers were not treated equally; they were assigned to duty in normal everyday clothes. They were only assigned to work on mainly large black neighborhoods, and they could not arrest any
February 16, 2026 at 1:56 PM
#BlackHistory James L. Shelton the first black Chicago police officer, was appointed in 1871. Black police officers were not treated equally; they were assigned to duty in normal everyday clothes. They were only assigned to work on mainly large black neighborhoods, and they could not arrest any
#BlackHistory Anna Maria Weems (c. 1840–after 1863) was a 15-year-old enslaved girl from Maryland who achieved freedom via the Underground Railroad in 1855 by disguising herself as a male carriage driver named "Joe Wright". Her daring escape from Washington, D.C. to Canada, assisted by abolitionists
February 15, 2026 at 11:52 PM
#BlackHistory Anna Maria Weems (c. 1840–after 1863) was a 15-year-old enslaved girl from Maryland who achieved freedom via the Underground Railroad in 1855 by disguising herself as a male carriage driver named "Joe Wright". Her daring escape from Washington, D.C. to Canada, assisted by abolitionists
#BlackHistory Daniel Hale Williams (1856-1931) was a pioneering African-American surgeon and trailblazer who performed one of the first successful open-heart surgeries in 1893. He founded Provident Hospital in Chicago (1891), the first Black-owned, interracial hospital and nursing school.
February 15, 2026 at 5:20 PM
#BlackHistory Daniel Hale Williams (1856-1931) was a pioneering African-American surgeon and trailblazer who performed one of the first successful open-heart surgeries in 1893. He founded Provident Hospital in Chicago (1891), the first Black-owned, interracial hospital and nursing school.
#Black History Barbara Charline Jordan was born in Houston, Texas's Fifth Ward. Jordan's childhood was centered on church life at the Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Her mother was Arlyne Patten Jordan, a teacher in the church and a maid. Her father was Benjamin Jordan, a Baptist preacher
February 15, 2026 at 2:57 PM
#Black History Barbara Charline Jordan was born in Houston, Texas's Fifth Ward. Jordan's childhood was centered on church life at the Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Her mother was Arlyne Patten Jordan, a teacher in the church and a maid. Her father was Benjamin Jordan, a Baptist preacher
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What's one of your favorite Linda Ronstadt tunes? 🎶
Finally, breaking through with her 5th album, Heart Like A Wheel, Linda Ronstadt hits #1 on the Billboard 200 album chart and #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the lead single, "You're No Good" on February 15, 1975. The album also spent 4 weeks at 👇
Finally, breaking through with her 5th album, Heart Like A Wheel, Linda Ronstadt hits #1 on the Billboard 200 album chart and #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the lead single, "You're No Good" on February 15, 1975. The album also spent 4 weeks at 👇
February 15, 2026 at 2:18 PM
What's one of your favorite Linda Ronstadt tunes? 🎶
Finally, breaking through with her 5th album, Heart Like A Wheel, Linda Ronstadt hits #1 on the Billboard 200 album chart and #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the lead single, "You're No Good" on February 15, 1975. The album also spent 4 weeks at 👇
Finally, breaking through with her 5th album, Heart Like A Wheel, Linda Ronstadt hits #1 on the Billboard 200 album chart and #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 with the lead single, "You're No Good" on February 15, 1975. The album also spent 4 weeks at 👇
#BlackHistory Lena Richard, was an African American chef who built a culinary empire in New Orleans during the Jim Crow era. She reshaped public understanding of New Orleans' cuisine by showcasing and celebrating the black roots of Creole cooking in a time when pervasive racial stereotypes
February 14, 2026 at 5:20 PM
#BlackHistory Lena Richard, was an African American chef who built a culinary empire in New Orleans during the Jim Crow era. She reshaped public understanding of New Orleans' cuisine by showcasing and celebrating the black roots of Creole cooking in a time when pervasive racial stereotypes
#Black History Alberta Williams King (1904–1974) was a pivotal figure in Black history as a musician, educator, and activist who shaped the Civil Rights Movement by fostering the foundation of her son, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. She founded the Ebenezer Baptist Church choir, served as its organist
February 14, 2026 at 3:00 AM
#Black History Alberta Williams King (1904–1974) was a pivotal figure in Black history as a musician, educator, and activist who shaped the Civil Rights Movement by fostering the foundation of her son, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. She founded the Ebenezer Baptist Church choir, served as its organist
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🚨BREAKING: In a big win for Virginia Democrats’ efforts to counter President Donald Trump’s GOP gerrymanders in other states, the Virginia Supreme Court said the state can hold its special election on the redistricting plan. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
In victory for Democrats, Virginia Supreme Court says redistricting vote can go forward
Voters will get to decide on a proposed “10-1” map that could deliver four more Democratic seats in Congress.
www.democracydocket.com
February 13, 2026 at 3:17 PM
🚨BREAKING: In a big win for Virginia Democrats’ efforts to counter President Donald Trump’s GOP gerrymanders in other states, the Virginia Supreme Court said the state can hold its special election on the redistricting plan. www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
#Black History Ernie Davis was born in New Salem, Pennsylvania on Dec 14, 1939. His father was killed in an accident shortly after his birth, and his mother, Avis Marie Davis Fleming could not raise him alone so at 14 months he was cared for by his maternal grandparents Willie & Elizabeth Davis.
February 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM
#Black History Ernie Davis was born in New Salem, Pennsylvania on Dec 14, 1939. His father was killed in an accident shortly after his birth, and his mother, Avis Marie Davis Fleming could not raise him alone so at 14 months he was cared for by his maternal grandparents Willie & Elizabeth Davis.
#BlackHistory Susie King Taylor(1848-1912) The first Black U.S. Army nurse during the Civil War and worked courageously alongside our founder, Clara Barton. Together, they cared for sick & wounded soldiers — work that helped lay the foundation for the American Red Cross.
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February 13, 2026 at 1:25 PM
#BlackHistory Susie King Taylor(1848-1912) The first Black U.S. Army nurse during the Civil War and worked courageously alongside our founder, Clara Barton. Together, they cared for sick & wounded soldiers — work that helped lay the foundation for the American Red Cross.
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Name another song that mentions the word "Let" or "Let's." 🎶
Written by Al Green, Willie Mitchell & Al Jackson Jr., the song "Let's Stay Together" was #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of February 12, 1972. Green's 1971 recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Written by Al Green, Willie Mitchell & Al Jackson Jr., the song "Let's Stay Together" was #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of February 12, 1972. Green's 1971 recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
February 13, 2026 at 2:59 AM
Name another song that mentions the word "Let" or "Let's." 🎶
Written by Al Green, Willie Mitchell & Al Jackson Jr., the song "Let's Stay Together" was #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of February 12, 1972. Green's 1971 recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
Written by Al Green, Willie Mitchell & Al Jackson Jr., the song "Let's Stay Together" was #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the week of February 12, 1972. Green's 1971 recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.
#BlackHistory Moses Fleetwood Walker (1856–1924) was a pioneering American professional baseball catcher who became the first Black man to play in Major League Baseball (MLB), debuting for the Toledo Blue Stockings in 1884. Appearing 63 years before Jackie Robinson, Walker faced severe racial
February 13, 2026 at 2:00 AM
#BlackHistory Moses Fleetwood Walker (1856–1924) was a pioneering American professional baseball catcher who became the first Black man to play in Major League Baseball (MLB), debuting for the Toledo Blue Stockings in 1884. Appearing 63 years before Jackie Robinson, Walker faced severe racial
BlackHistory , William Edward White (1860-1937) as the first known African American to play Major League Baseball, pre-dating Jackie Robinson by 68 years and Moses Fleetwood Walker by five years. On June 21, 1879, he played one game for the Providence Grays.
February 12, 2026 at 8:27 PM
BlackHistory , William Edward White (1860-1937) as the first known African American to play Major League Baseball, pre-dating Jackie Robinson by 68 years and Moses Fleetwood Walker by five years. On June 21, 1879, he played one game for the Providence Grays.
#BlackHistory Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company
Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company, founded in Los Angeles on July 23, 1925, by William Nickerson Jr., George A. Beavers Jr., and Norman O. Houston, emerged as the largest Black-owned insurer in the Western U.S.
Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company, founded in Los Angeles on July 23, 1925, by William Nickerson Jr., George A. Beavers Jr., and Norman O. Houston, emerged as the largest Black-owned insurer in the Western U.S.
February 12, 2026 at 7:04 PM
#BlackHistory Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company
Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company, founded in Los Angeles on July 23, 1925, by William Nickerson Jr., George A. Beavers Jr., and Norman O. Houston, emerged as the largest Black-owned insurer in the Western U.S.
Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company, founded in Los Angeles on July 23, 1925, by William Nickerson Jr., George A. Beavers Jr., and Norman O. Houston, emerged as the largest Black-owned insurer in the Western U.S.
#BlackHistory Juke Joints originated as social spaces for Black people during slavery and after emancipation. They were often located in work camps, and were places to gather for music, dancing, and drinking. Origins: Plantations, Work camps, Shacks.
February 12, 2026 at 4:15 PM
#BlackHistory Juke Joints originated as social spaces for Black people during slavery and after emancipation. They were often located in work camps, and were places to gather for music, dancing, and drinking. Origins: Plantations, Work camps, Shacks.
#BlackHistory Leroy "Satchel" Paige (1906–1982) was a legendary Negro League pitcher who became a trailblazer for racial integration in Major League Baseball (MLB). As a 42-year-old rookie in 1948, he became the first Black pitcher in the American League & the
first to pitch in a World Series,
first to pitch in a World Series,
February 12, 2026 at 3:43 PM
#BlackHistory Leroy "Satchel" Paige (1906–1982) was a legendary Negro League pitcher who became a trailblazer for racial integration in Major League Baseball (MLB). As a 42-year-old rookie in 1948, he became the first Black pitcher in the American League & the
first to pitch in a World Series,
first to pitch in a World Series,
#BlackHistory The Safe Bus Company
operated in the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina from 1926 to 1972. The company was originally formed to provide transportation to the city’s underserved black neighborhoods. The company was created by 21 jitney operators. These operators transported black
operated in the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina from 1926 to 1972. The company was originally formed to provide transportation to the city’s underserved black neighborhoods. The company was created by 21 jitney operators. These operators transported black
February 12, 2026 at 4:34 AM
#BlackHistory The Safe Bus Company
operated in the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina from 1926 to 1972. The company was originally formed to provide transportation to the city’s underserved black neighborhoods. The company was created by 21 jitney operators. These operators transported black
operated in the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina from 1926 to 1972. The company was originally formed to provide transportation to the city’s underserved black neighborhoods. The company was created by 21 jitney operators. These operators transported black
BlackHistory Jasmine Felicia Crockett was born on March 29, 1981, in St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up in the city, she attended Mary Institute, St. Louis County Day School, and Rosati-Kain, an all-girls Catholic School in
February 11, 2026 at 5:20 PM
BlackHistory Jasmine Felicia Crockett was born on March 29, 1981, in St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up in the city, she attended Mary Institute, St. Louis County Day School, and Rosati-Kain, an all-girls Catholic School in