Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work inspires courage, resilience, and to be proud of your culture. This legacy ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Maya Angelou, an icon of American literature ... The title itself, inspired by Paul Laurence Dunbar’s poem ...

though the first such poem was recited at John F. Kennedy's oath-taking in 1961, the modern trend began with Maya Angelou's appearance at Bill Clinton's 1993 inaugural. Angelou’s recitation of ...

Published in 1978, Maya Angelou’s poem was a retaliation against the oppression of black people in America. Over the past 40 years, it has come to be a piece that resonates with minority groups ...

ST. LOUIS — In today’s Black History Moment, we honor Maya Angelou, a novelist, actress, writer, poet, and civil rights activist who left behind a legacy and poignant pieces readers can ...

“Still We Rise,” is the theme for this year’s month-long celebration of Dr. Maya Angelou’s 97th birthday. The Celebrate! Maya ...

including civil rights advocate Daisy Bates and poet and activist Maya Angelou, who was raised in Stamps, Arkansas. The event emphasized the importance of continuing their legacy. "You see ...