Frederick DouglasThe story of Frederick Douglas plainly demonstrates the power of knowledge. As a child he was perplexed by slavery, about how one group...
Nina SimoneFrom a young age Nina Simone burned to show the world her elite piano skills. She dreamed that people would finally respect her and that...
Palden GyatsoProtest against tyranny can take many forms. The life of Tibetan Monk Palden Gyatso exemplifies the determination and endurance needed to...
Toni MorrisonToni Morrison’s grasp on the complexities of social life in the United States can help lead us to clarity and justice. She wrote...