“When you're a black woman, you seldom get to do what you just want to do; you always do what you have to do.”
Quote by Dorothy Height
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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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