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Source: NPR "News & Notes with Ed Gordon"

Roundup

12-31-69

Clarence Page on Why We Need Black History Month [3min]

Commentator Clarence Page explains his belief that Black History Month is essential and needs to continue. Some African-Americans reject the notion that their history can be relegated to just one month, while others believe it encourages racial separation.

Read entire article at NPR "News & Notes with Ed Gordon"