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
James Mercer Langston Hughes an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist. (February 1, 1902 – May 22, 1967).
On this day in 1865 – John S. Rock, became the 1st Black to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court.
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February 1, 2013
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