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“Black people in America have to, for their own protection, develop a defense mechanism, and I just grew terribly tired of it.”

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Randall Robinson

Randall Robinson is an American lawyer known for his contributions to civil rights and social justice. Born on July 6, 1941, he has served as the executive director of the National Civil Rights Coalition and has fought for the rights of African Americans in various legal cases. more

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