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- "Freedomways," Vol. 10, No. 2, Second Quarter, 1970 - In 1961, Louis Burnham, Edward Strong, and W. E. B. Du Bois founded Freedomways, the leading African American theoretical, political, and cultural journal of its time. The journal included written works by leading Black authors, artists, politicians, and activists. The journal also reported on the political movements of the era, especially the American civil rights movement. Publication ceased in 1985.
- 1970
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"Freedomways," Vol. 10, No. 2, Second Quarter, 1970
In 1961, Louis Burnham, Edward Strong, and W. E. B. Du Bois founded Freedomways, the leading African American theoretical, political, and cultural journal of its time. The journal included written works by leading Black authors, artists, politicians, and activists. The journal also reported on the political movements of the era, especially the American civil rights movement. Publication ceased in 1985.
- Inglam Gem Ergo Hair Dryer, circa 2001 -
- circa 2001
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Inglam Gem Ergo Hair Dryer, circa 2001
- Sony SRF-39FP AM/FM Prison Radio, circa 2000 - This AM/FM pocket radio is a popular audio player, used in US prisons. Its transparent case and headphones are designed to prevent the storage of contraband, making routine cellblock checks more efficient. Owning a radio in prison allows inmates to gain a sense of privacy, comfort, and personal agency, allowing them to follow news and entertainment from the outside world.
- circa 2000
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Sony SRF-39FP AM/FM Prison Radio, circa 2000
This AM/FM pocket radio is a popular audio player, used in US prisons. Its transparent case and headphones are designed to prevent the storage of contraband, making routine cellblock checks more efficient. Owning a radio in prison allows inmates to gain a sense of privacy, comfort, and personal agency, allowing them to follow news and entertainment from the outside world.
- Special Issue of Muhammad Speaks: "Exclusive: Angela Answers 13 Questions," circa 1971 - In 1970, Black Panther Party members used guns registered to political activist and educator Angela Davis during a deadly shoot-out. Davis was charged with murder and spent 18 months in jail. The transnational, grassroots "Free Angela Davis" campaign emerged in response to her incarceration, spreading awareness of Davis's imprisonment and calling for her release.
- circa 1971
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Special Issue of Muhammad Speaks: "Exclusive: Angela Answers 13 Questions," circa 1971
In 1970, Black Panther Party members used guns registered to political activist and educator Angela Davis during a deadly shoot-out. Davis was charged with murder and spent 18 months in jail. The transnational, grassroots "Free Angela Davis" campaign emerged in response to her incarceration, spreading awareness of Davis's imprisonment and calling for her release.
- RCA Model J13805C Prison Television, 2009 -
- 2009
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RCA Model J13805C Prison Television, 2009