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When black history isn’t relegated to a single month

The Hechinger Report

In 1926, he originated the celebration of Black History Week and is the author of 16 books about African Americans. But white history as we know it can no longer be the standard in a multicultural society, which is supposed to maximize the potential of all of its members. Kendi, winner of the 2016 National Book Award for nonfiction.

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When black history isn’t relegated to a single month

The Hechinger Report

But white history as we know it can no longer be the standard in a multicultural society, which is supposed to maximize the potential of all of its members. For instance, if there is a book by a black author that you must read this month, take in Stamped from the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi’s book provides a thorough reading of U.S.

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