Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818, never knew the precise date he was born, but later chose Feb. 14 as his ...

The bold stage show '3 Summers of Lincoln' — starring Ivan Hernandez, Quentin Earl Darrington, Carmen Cusack and Saycon ...

After the Department of Defense declared “identity months” like Black History Month “dead,” National Guard units reportedly ...

A celebration of Frederick Douglass comes as many worry Trump will turn back the clock on diversity and inclusion ...

In what feels like the dwindling hours of this democracy, I’m painfully aware of the erosion of civil rights gains.

Today marks the 207th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass, one of the greatest Americans to ever live. After he ...

Let’s draw on the defiant wisdom of Frederick Douglass as Trump carries out a blitzkrieg against democracy in the US.

Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818 ... are not enjoyed in common,” he said in a speech delivered on July 5, 1852, reflecting on the July 4 holiday. But, Douglass argued, the blessings ...

During Black History Month, Rochester residents have a significant reason to celebrate. The city is recognized as one of the five key U.S. cities central to the abolition movement, alongside Boston, ...

Our ancestors are watching us, and they’re cheering us on,” Joan Walls said addressing dinner guests Saturday at the 59th ...