In 1995
- Bernard A. Harris, Jr becomes first African American to walk in space
In 1780
- Capt. Paul Cuffe and six other African-American residents of Massachusetts petitioned the state legislature for the right to vote. Claiming "no taxation without representation," the residents had earlier refused to pay taxes. The courts agreed and awarded
To Inspire You
The key is having faith in God and faith and confidence in yourself. Each one of you, no matter if you are rich or poor, at the end of the day have to take responsibility for your own life