“I am only a mouthpiece through which to tell the story of lynching and I have told it so often that I know it by heart. I do not have to embellish; it makes its own way.”
Quote by Ida B. Wells
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Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells
This autobiography delves into the personal and professional journey of Ida B. Wells, a prominent African American journalist, teacher, and activist. It chronicles her experiences and contributions to the civil rights movement, including her efforts to expose the horrors of the lynching epidemic in the United States. The book also discusses her involvement in the women's suffrage movement and her advocacy for social justice. more
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Ida B. Wells
Ida B. Wells was an American journalist, teacher, and activist who played a crucial role in the civil rights movement. She is best known for her investigative reporting on the lynching of African Americans and her advocacy for women's rights. more
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