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“We have multiple Black men and women losing their lives simply for being. Who gets to say you don't get to live anymore? I don't understand that. And it doesn't stop there. Can we go into the school system and look at the imbalance of what our children are learning? We are functioning crazy, people.”

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Regina Belle, born on July 17, 1963, is a talented singer-songwriter whose music career began in the 1980s. Known for her emotive voice and heartfelt songs, Belle's musical style blends R&B, soul, and pop elements, making her one of the most popular artists of the 1990s. more

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