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“We're not served by only knowing our finest hours through film or media, or in the history that we are taught. I think the only way we have a chance to not make the same mistakes again, is to historically understand the bad behavior and mistakes we've made previously.”

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David Oyelowo is a British actor born on April 1, 1976. He is known for his outstanding performances in various film and television projects, including 'Lincoln', '12 Years a Slave', and 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'. Oyelowo is highly regarded for his deep acting skills and diverse role choices. more

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