Americans will be grappling with a number of sensitive and critical issues throughout 2013 and beyond. Some new, some old and some never-ending – concerns about race, religion, violence, politics, guns, climate change, war and civic responsibility are just some of the issues that may polarize all or segments of the nation. We The People will bring awareness to different viewpoints in the hopes of educating its readership. Please be encouraged to join in and share your perspective.
Moments in time – Born this day … Jack Roosevelt “Jackie” Robinson (January 31, 1919 – October 24, 1972) an American baseball player and first black Major League Baseball (MLB) player of the modern era.
On this day …. 1865 Congress passed the 13th Amendment .. Outlawing Slavery and Involuntary Servitude.
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January 31, 2013
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