“We had people of all backgrounds coming together - all races, all creeds, all colors, all status in life. And coming together there was a kind of quiet dignity and a kind of sense of caring and a feeling of joint responsibility.”
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Dorothy Height
Dorothy Height, an American educator, was born on March 24, 1912, and passed away on April 20, 2010. She was an outstanding social activist committed to advancing civil rights and equality. Height had a rich experience in the fields of education and community service, serving as the president of the National Council of Negro Women, where she made significant contributions to women's rights and equality. more
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