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Black History Month at 100: Celebration Meets New Fights Over How the Story Is Told

The ASALH centennial theme stresses commemoration, prompting renewed scrutiny of whether Black history is being taught fully and accurately.

Claudette Colvin, Pioneering Catalyst of Bus Desegregation, Dies at 86

Schools Nationwide Mark 65 Years Since Ruby Bridges’ Walk With Student-Led Commemorations