Happy Saturday POU! On November 2, 1983, the official federal holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr. was signed into law. The story of how two legendary, influential musicians used their talents to join forces with Coretta Scott King in securing a national holiday for her husband has been given little light. The arduous efforts of Stevie Wonder and Gil Scott-Heron can’t … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Black Music Month celebrates Stevie Wonder and Gil Scott Heron’s tour for King Holiday
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Monday Afternoon Thread: August 6, 1965 – Voters Rights Act Signed
47 years ago today: … [Read more...] about Monday Afternoon Thread: August 6, 1965 – Voters Rights Act Signed