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21 Inspiring Quotes From Black Leaders From Throughout American History The words of these 21 individuals will inspire you to do more.

By Rose Leadem

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Originally published on Feb. 21, 2018

From Oprah Winfrey to Maya Angelou to Booker T. Washington, African American leaders and entrepreneurs past and present have made great strides toward creating a better world. These black leaders and entrepreneurs have long battled, and continue to, many obstacles with odds stacked against them.

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