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James P. Beckwourth is largely erased from history lessons, but students should learn about the “Black King of the Wild Frontier.” by Roger House
Ed Dwight earned his master’s of fine arts degree in sculpture from the University of Denver. Much of his work is of great figures from Black history such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Barack Obama. By Jake Coyle
Black people are more likely to face psychological distress but less likely to access proper treatment. These organizations are breaking barriers by providing free, culturally competent care by Alexa Spencer
