Here's to the art of wordplay and celebrating the beautiful black history quotes and passages that represent the craft of colloquy. Inside are five of the most beautifully written quotes, poems, or passages from black history.

For Rep. Barbara Lee, part of Chisholm's legacy is how she inspired and empowered other Black women to reach higher.

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A Washington park has been renamed to honor Rosa Franklin; the state’s first Black woman senator.

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Regina King will produce and star in a film about pioneering politician Shirley Chisholm.