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The Gist of Freedom Preserving American History through Black Literature . . .

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Join The Gist of Freedom for a live online discussion in celebration of the African American experience—honoring all the people, past and present, black and white—who have determined to preserve history in literature, craftsmanship and artifact.

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Join The Gist of Freedom as we discuss Russell Simmons' Harriet Tubman's Sex Tape with Attorney and Hip Hop Historian Joseph Haynes Davis! This piece was released on Russell Simmons' Youtube channel and stirred up some... more
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Prof. Julian Chambliss will chronicle the Civil Rights Mivement in Florida. Good Civil Rights News Today on The De-Criminilization of our Sons! Federal prosecutors will no longer seek long, ?mandatory minimum? sentences for many... more
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It being understood that "Joe" was to act as coachman in passing out of Washington. Everything having been duly arranged, the doctor's horse and carriage stood waiting before the White House. The Dr., added, that he was... more
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Join The Gist of Freedom as we welcome Researcher, Attorney John Wesley Walker. Charlie Wiggins, one of the first world class Race Car Drivers, the envy of NASCAR. Mr. Wiggins helped form The National Racing League for African... more
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Oprah's Speech at Cory Booker's Fundraiser 8.1.13- Liberty House Restaurant, Jersey City NJ
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The Gist of Freedom, www.blackhistoryUniversity.com is pleased to present to you historian Terry Buckalew: Mother Bethel AME the oldest African American Church Est. 1786, Recently discovered it's historic Cemetery is buried Underneath the... more
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The Gist of Freedom, www.blackhistoryUNIVERSITY.com, welcomes Storyteller Jamie Myrick! Jamie will portray America's First self-made Millionaire! Click to listen to an interview with A'lelia Bundles, Madam Cj Walker's great... more
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"I will stand my ground" Abolitionist ~ David Walker's Appeal "I will stand my ground. Somebody must die in this cause. I may be doomed to the stake and the fire, or to the scaffold tree, but it is not in me to falter if I can promote the... more
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The Gist of Freedom Pleased to Present to you Constitutional Law Prof. Shenequa Grey Esq. On Saturday 100 Cities held vigils pushing for Federal Charges against Zimmerman. Two petitions are circulating: For Civil Rights... more
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Join the Gist of Freedom with guest Renee Moore, founder of Solomon Northup Day as we discuss The Story of Anne and Solomon Northup --- In 1841 Solomon while visiting Washington D.C. was kidnapped and sold into slavery (12 years).... more
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