![]() It caused folks to sit right up, stand up straight, and take notice. That big, bold, booming, crisp, clear, confident voice. What Do You Do with a Voice Like That? The Story of Extraordinary Congresswoman Barbara Jordan Written by Chris Barton | Illustrated by Ekua HolmesĪs a child growing up in the Fifth Ward of Houston, Texas, Barbara Jordan was known for her distinctive voice. ![]() For more information about Black History Month, visit the ASALH website and. It has also been one hundred years since women gained the right to vote. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the Fifteenth Amendment, which was ratified in 1870 and gave black men the right to vote after the Civil War. Appropriately for this election year, the theme for 2020 is “African Americans and the Vote,” which recognizes the struggle for both black men as well as women throughout American history. Black History Month is a celebration of the achievements of African Americans and the contributions they have made to the United States History. ![]()
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