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Honoring Colorado’s Black History requires taking the time to tell stories that make us think twice

  • Written by Claire Oberon Garcia, Professor of English, Colorado College
Honoring Colorado’s Black History requires taking the time to tell stories that make us think twiceThe Colorado Springs City Council took weeks to pass a symbolic gesture recognizing February as Black History Month. Claire Oberon-Garcia

For the past eight years, the Colorado Springs City Council has issued proclamations and recognitions paying homage to the achievements of its African American citizens.

In 2005, the Colorado Springs City Council...

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