Majority of MATA board resigns after CEO search canceled
By James Coleman TSD Contributing Writer
A majority of the nine-member Memphis Area Transit Authority board tendered their resignations on Thursday, Aug. 28, after less than a year from being appointed by Mayor Paul Young.
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The departures come after Young canceled a MATA board meeting to announce a pair of finalists for a permanent CEO, calling the pool “too narrow.” During the search, three of the initial six candidates withdrew from consideration.
Board members were informed by City Council officials that the interviews had been canceled. Instead, a trustee would be appointed until a new CEO is found. City Attorney Allan Wade confirmed the plan.
According to reporting by The Daily Memphian, the former board members felt disrespected by the cancellation, after spending months conducting a search for a new leader. According to MATA’s bylaws, it is the board’s “duty” to select a new CEO.
Young accepted the resignations of Vice Chair Anna McQuistan, Emily Greer, Sandi Clink, Brian Marflak and Jackson McNeil. An entire new board was appointed in October 2024, after the former team was dismissed.
ing a new CEO. Two weeks later, the City Council approved an ordinance to create a “transit and mobility special revenue fund” for MATA. Councilman Chase Carlisle’s ordinance gives the council “full authority” over the “allocation, relocation and oversight” of the fund.
The council limited its funding of MATA in fiscal year 2026 to $30
million. The total was limited following years of budget overruns and accusations of mismanagement by previous leadership, particularly during the tenure of former CEO Gary Rosenfeld. After his resignation on Feb. 1, 2024, Rosenfeld was replaced by interim CEO Bacarra Mauldin, who was fired at the end of March.
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“As we move forward, our priority remains to ensure safe and reliable transit for all our riders,” the administration said in a statement. “We will outline next steps soon, including those to provide stability and strengthen oversight.”
Meanwhile, the transit authority is currently without an acting CEO. The post was filled on an interim basis by John Lewis, of Tampa-based TransPro Consulting, beginning in late March. However, the city’s contract with the outfit ran out at the end of August.
Lewis told city council members on Aug. 5 that the board was close to select-
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New trial ordered for 3 ex-officers in connection with the beating death of Tyre Nichols
By Adrian Sainz and Jonathan Mattise Associated Press
A judge ordered a new trial Thursday, Aug. 28, for three former Memphis police officers who were convicted of federal charges in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, after defense lawyers argued that another judge who presided over their trial was biased in his belief that at least one of the men was in a gang.
U.S. District Judge Sheryl H. Lipman issued the order for a new trial for Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith, who were found guilty in October 2024 of obstruction of justice through witness tampering..
The ruling marks the latest setback for prosecutors in a case that shocked the country when videos were released showing officers violently kicking and punching Nichols during a traffic stop. The officers who have been granted a new trial in the federal case were acquitted of state murder charges in May. And last year federal prosecutors were unable to secure convictions on the most severe counts against Bean and Smith.
Two other officers charged, Emmitt Martin and Desmond Mills Jr., pleaded guilty before the federal trial.
Lipman took over the case in June after U.S. District Judge Mark S. Norris, who presided over the case and the trial, recused himself days before the sentencings for the five officers.
In a statement shared by his judicial office Thursday, Norris said, “Because of the code of judicial conduct, I cannot make a statement on this matter.”
New trial based on judge’s comments
In her order, Lipman cited a notice filed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office saying Norris expressed a theory that at least one of the officers was in a gang. The notice discussed an incident in
which Norris’ law clerk was shot during a car theft days after the trial ended. The clerk was staying at the home of another law clerk who had previously worked for Norris on the Nichols case, it said.
The notice also said police investigators believed some juveniles committed the shooting; that Norris wanted those responsible held accountable; and that he “evidenced reasonable frustration with the police investigation.”
Norris met with the U.S. Attorney’s Office and an FBI agent, who explained why no federal charges would be brought in the clerk’s shooting.
Norris indicated that he believed at least one of the former officers was in a gang and that it was responsible for the shooting, the notice said. It also said the U.S. Attorney stated that Norris told those present that the clerk “had been seen by one or more of the Defendants during the trial.”
An assistant U.S. attorney who attended the May 30 meeting also said she remembered that Norris told her he could not meet with police to give a statement because the department was “infiltrated to the top with gang members,” the notice said.
Allegations of bias
Bean, Haley, and Smith filed motions seeking a new trial, arguing that Norris was biased and violated their rights to due process by presiding over the case.
Smith’s lawyer said there was no “suggestion or one hint in the federal discovery process or the federal trial that any defendant or any member of the Memphis Police Department was in any way affiliated with an illegal street gang either through membership or relationship.”
Haley’s lawyer wrote that “Judge Norris made the gang statements on at least two occasions, demonstrating that it is a firmly held belief, not an off-hand remark.”
Lipman also unsealed several filings made before and after Norris recused himself. In one of them, federal prosecutors argued that there was no evidence that he “harbored any bias before or during trial, let alone the type of extreme bias that would warrant the extraordinary remedy of a new trial.”
Lipman found that while a review showed Norris’ decisions throughout the trial were “sound, fair, and grounded firmly in the law,” a new trial is necessary “because the risk of bias here is too high to be constitutionally tolerable.”
A date for the retrial has not been set. Lipman ordered lawyers to submit positions on what charges they believe need to be tried.
Smith’s attorney, Martin Zummach, said Lipman “did the right thing.” Bean’s lawyer declined to comment, and Haley’s attorney did not immediately respond to a request. Memphis police also declined to comment.
Mixed verdict in 2024 trial
Bean, Haley and Smith were found guilty of trying to cover up the beating by failing to say that they or their colleagues punched and kicked Nichols and broke police department rules when they did not include complete and accurate statements about what type of force they used.
Bean and Smith were acquitted of more serious civil rights charges, however.
Haley was found guilty of violating Nichols’ civil rights by causing bodily injury and showing deliberate indifference to medical needs and also conspiracy to tamper with witnesses.
Bean, Haley and Smith were acquitted in May of all state charges, including second-degree murder. Haley is in federal custody, but Bean and Smith are on limited release.
Martin and Mills pleaded guilty in federal court last year to violating Nichols’ civil rights by causing death and conspiracy to witness tamper. They did not stand trial in federal court with their former colleagues.
Martin and Mills also avoided a state court trial after reaching agreements to plead guilty.
The officers were part of a crime suppression team called the Scorpion Unit that was disbanded weeks after Nichols died.
The Tyre Nichols case
On Jan. 7, 2023, officers yanked Nichols from his car and then pepper-sprayed and hit the 29-year-old Black man with a Taser. Nichols fled, and when the five officers, who also are Black, caught up with him, they punched, kicked and hit him with a police baton. Nichols called out for his mother during the beating, which took place steps from his home.
He died three days later.
Video of the beating captured by a police pole camera also showed the officers milling about, talking and laughing as Nichols struggled with his injuries.
It prompted intense scrutiny of police in Memphis, nationwide protests and renewed calls for police reform.
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Weeks after launching ‘The Redemption House,’ reentry program director arrested on 12 felony counts
By Dalisia Ballinger TSD Contributing Writer
Just weeks ago, DeAndre Brown stood before county leaders and community members to celebrate the opening of The Redemption House, the first transitional home operated by Shelby County Government for individuals reentering society after incarceration. Today, Brown, the director of that program, is behind bars, facing 12 felony charges tied to the misuse of nonprofit funds.
Brown and his wife, Vinessa, who operate the Memphis-based nonprofit Lifeline to Success, were indicted this month following an investigation by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office. The couple is accused of misappropriating more than $625,000, using money intended for reentry programs to cover personal expenses.
According to investigators, the Browns collected unauthorized salaries from government grants totaling $285,600.93 and spent an additional $256,367.49 on personal items including retail goods, meals, grooming services, season tickets, and a Jamaica vacation. Nearly $85,000 was also diverted to Lifeline to a Dying World Ministries, a church founded by DeAndre Brown, the indictment claims. Another $755,000 in questionable expenditures such as CashApp transfers, Amazon purchases, restaurant bills and utility payments lacked documentation, investigators said.
The Shelby County Grand Jury
indicted the Browns on the following charges:
• Three counts of theft over $250,000
• Two counts of theft over $60,000 Two counts of computer fraud over $60,000
• Two counts of computer fraud over $10,000
• Two counts of money laundering
• One count of official misconduct
DeAndre Brown’s bond is set at $1.1 million, while his wife’s bond is currently $400,000. Court dates have not yet been scheduled.
In response, Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris announced Brown’s immediate suspension from his county role: “I am aware of the pending legal case against Shelby County Office of Re-Entry Director DeAndre Brown. Effective immediately, according to Shelby
County Government policy, he is suspended without pay as the outcome of a criminal indictment is decided.”
The indictment marks a sharp reversal for Brown, who once served prison time himself before founding Lifeline to Success. In 2023, Governor Bill Lee granted him a pardon for prior convictions, and earlier this year Brown filed a lawsuit seeking to restore his federal gun rights.
Tennessee Comptroller Jason Mumpower said the case underscores the importance of oversight. “This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of financial accountability and board engagement to ensure that funds are being used appropriately and in alignment with the organization’s mission.”
Once hailed as a champion of second chances, Brown now faces the possibility of losing his own.
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Hip-hop artist Tyke T’s new album blends beats, giggles and father-son love
Celebrating his son’s fourth birthday August 27, the release delivers playful rhymes and everyday lessons wrapped in hip-hop joy
By Judith Black Moore TSD Contributing Writer
When Billboard-charting hip-hop artist Tyrone “Tyke T” Stroble stepped into the studio for his latest project, he didn’t go alone. His co-star was pint-sized, brimming with rhythm and already a natural leader. It was his 4-year-old son, Avery. Together, the two created “Tyrone Avery,” a fatherand-son rap duo born out of one simple potty-training rhyme.
What began as a playful motherand-son tune, “Keep ’em dry, keep ’em clean” grew into a catchy anthem once Tyke T jumped in, transforming the sing-song into “Dry and Clean.” From there, the spark was undeniable.
Their debut project, released in time for Avery’s August 27 birthday, blends the innocent sounds of a child’s rhymes with the artistry of a Memphis hip-hop veteran.
“Recording ‘Dry and Clean’ was actually a joke at first,” Tyke T recalls. “It wasn’t anything meant to be serious. But when Avery started picking it up and actually rapping to the beat, I decided to really see what he could do. And that’s how it happened.”
What followed was not just music, but a new rhythm for their family.
“It’s been refreshing working with my son,” Tyke T says. “To see him from where he was at 2 years old recording and now at 4 — how he can just hop on the beat — is remarkable.”
Not many kids get to throw a birthday party with their own music as the soundtrack. But Avery’s celebration the Saturday before his big day featured
The album cover for “Tyrone Avery,” the debut project from hip-hop artist Tyke T and his 4-year-old son Avery, blends playful childhood visuals with polished hip-hop aesthetics. The six-track album, including the potty-training-inspired single “Dry and Clean,” dropped in time for Avery’s August 27 birthday. (Courtesy of Tyke T)
friends, family and his own tracks playing through the speakers.
Beyond the music, being in the studio with his son also became about creating a space where they could laugh, experiment and connect. “This became our father-son time,” Tyke T reflects. “I’ve gotten a little older, so I may not pick up a basketball the way I used to play. This is something I can do with Avery for as long as he is having fun doing it. There is no expectation from me beyond him having fun.”
Music runs deep in the Stroble family. Avery’s mother, Amber, sings in the church choir, while Tyke T has carved out a lane in the industry with more than 120 placements on shows like “All American,”
Amber Stroble, right, supports her husband, hip-hop artist Tyke T, and their 4-yearold son Avery in celebrating the release of “Tyrone Avery,” a father-son album born from a playful potty-training rhyme. The project reflects the musical heartbeat of their family—Amber’s church choir roots, Tyke T’s industry experience, and Avery’s natural flair for rhythm and performance.
“Power” and “Love & Hip Hop Atlanta.”
In 2023, Forbes spotlighted his independent momentum after his historic headlining show at Memphis’s Orpheum Theater, where Middle Tennessee State University honored him with an “Honorary Professorship” for his impact on music education and community.
Having Avery in the mix has also broadened Tyke T’s outlook. “Having a kid has given me more topics and different things to talk about,” he says. “Being a father puts you in a different conversation. Before I had a kid, there were things I didn’t understand, like the desire to do the things that ensure your child has a better life than you, and they don’t have to struggle.”
The track “2 of Us” is one example of that broadened conversation. It is a heartfelt affirmation expressed by Tyke T and Avery of the incredible bond between father and son.
Avery isn’t just a sidekick. He’s hands-on, with a love for drumming, painting and soccer, and a natural flair
for performance. His energy shines through every track, making “Tyrone Avery” a genuine collaboration.
When asked what he likes best about being a recording artist, Avery didn’t hesitate: “I like rapping with Daddy.” He grinned when asked about his favorite song. “‘Dry and Clean.’ It’s so much fun because we recorded it.”
The six-song album includes “Dry and Clean,” which dropped in December, and the Father’s Day single “2 of Us.” The beats and rhythm reflect a family rhythm: Mom is the first listener, dad is the producer and Avery brings the spark.
At the end of the day, this latest release may be Tyke T’s most meaningful project yet. The full album stands as a testament to parenthood and the irreplaceable value of father-son time.
“If it lands us a spot on ‘The Jennifer Hudson Show,’ that would be great,” Tyke T reflects. “But right now, it just feels good to have something my son and I can listen to from now on and know we created it together.”
At 50, the Stone Soul Picnic is still a celebration of joy, community and cultural pride
It began in 1975 as a radio station promotion with free hot dogs and soul music in Riverside Park. Half a century later it has become a Memphis music tradition.
By Judith Black Moore TSD Contributing Writer
IN the summer of 1975 three young men — David Acey, Sherman Austin and Garland “Wild Child” Markam — staged what they thought would be a one-time promotion for WLOK radio at Riverside Park, now Martin Luther King Jr. Riverside Park. They promised free hot dogs, Cokes and music. They borrowed the title of The 5th Dimension’s 1968 hit “Stoned Soul Picnic,” though the WLOK event dropped the “d” and became simply the Stone Soul Picnic. A few hundred were expected. Several thousand turned out.
The founders may have seen it as a radio promotion, but for young Black Memphians a community picnic came to represent an emergence from a decade of upheaval. The years leading up to it had included the sanitation workers strike, the assassination of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., school desegregation battles and the Black Monday boycotts. Out of that struggle a new sense of pride and power had taken hold, and the picnic became more than a clever idea to promote a radio station. It was a celebration that fit the moment.
“I have been at every Stone Soul Picnic but two since it started,” said Perry Davis, collecting autographs in his 50th anniversary souvenir booklet. “I appreciated the vision these men had. It was a good atmosphere back then and the atmosphere is still the same — everybody coming together — all the choirs performing, it just feels good to be here.”
That atmosphere is why the picnic became an annual tradition, lasting half a century. This year’s golden anniversary leaned into that legacy with 11 performances and special honors. Radio personality Melvin “A Cooking” Jones paid tribute to Acey and Austin and remembered Markam posthumously. Standing together, Acey and Austin accepted framed commemorative collages. “I’m very, very proud that God has allowed me to be here 50 years later,” Acey said. “We look forward to this event another 50 years.”
Austin recalled its beginnings with a laugh. “We wanted to promote WLOK, and we were trying to come up with something. One day we were listening to The 5th Dimension when someone said, ‘Let’s do a picnic!’ And that was the beginning.”
The picnic is now an indoor event to avoid weather-related cancellations. This year it was held at The Coronet Event Center, where food trucks lined the outside while vendors, health screenings and entertainment filled the space indoors. “I guess it’s Memphis’ largest indoor picnic now,” said Art Gilliam, president and CEO of Gilliam Communications and
owner of WLOK.
The first crowd in 1975 was young, steeped in the sounds of the ’70s and shaped by an era of civil rights activism and antiwar protests. That same year the Vietnam War ended, but a 1968 song — part hippie dream, part post-Civil Rights hope — still resonated. Its lyrics suggested a euphoric celebration, and the picnic reflected that promise. Fifty years later the event features more gospel than R&B, but the sense of joy and community remains.
“The event gives everyone a sense of history and culture. It is extremely significant to Black Memphis that this event has endured 50 years and people look forward to it. There are not many events that we go to where the outpouring of love is at this level,” Gilliam said. “And it’s free. It’s the only event of its kind that for no charge has this level of entertainment, community and social interaction.”
Stone Soul Picnic founders Sherman Austin and David Acey are honored on stage alongside station legend Melvin “A Cooking” Jones joined by radio personality Derrick-Anthony Holmes during 50th anniversary Saturday at The Coronet. (Photos: D’Angelo Connell/The Tri-State Defender)
Bass player James Alexander, the last original Bar-Kays member still performing, takes center stage during the show.
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Gilliam, who became the first Black radio station owner in the Mid-South when he purchased WLOK in 1977, was honored during this year’s event by Mayor Paul Young, who declared Aug. 30 Stone Soul Picnic Day. Executives from the Beale Street Walk of Fame later came on stage to present Gilliam his gold music note, which will be placed among the city’s music legends.
For Hattie Dailey, the experience was inspirational. “This is where I can get my joy and praise on. This is my second year. My friend invited me last year, and I had to come back again this year. I enjoy seeing gifted young people praising God.”
Seven hours of praise, community and soul reached their peak when the Bar-Kays closed the show. Dressed in shimmery pants and T-shirts that revealed each member’s name when they turned around, the band introduced the crowd to a new generation of Bar-Kays. With voices that matched their predecessors precisely, they offered a crowd-pleasing act that would make the originals proud. James Alexander, the only original member still with them, kept the bass line steady as lead singer Chris J. presented him to the crowd.
Asked about the future, Gilliam was pragmatic. “Next 50 years? We plan one year at a time. That’s probably one of the reasons we have lasted 50 years. Each year when the event is over, we sit down together and plan for the next.”
What began as a simple idea from three young men trying to promote a radio station has become something far larger — a Memphis tradition and a cultural affirmation that says: We deserve joy, we deserve community, we deserve release.
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Chris J., lead singer of the Bar-Kays and successor to longtime frontman Larry Dodson, energizes the crowd with his performance.
Memphis Mayor Paul Young proclaims August 30 as Stone Soul Picnic Day and presents the official proclamation to honoree Art Gilliam.
Memphis gospel group Essie and The Melodic Truth take the stage.
Stone Soul Picnic 50th anniversary.
COMMUNITY MSCS welcomes new wave of leaders for 2025–2026 school year
By Dalisia Ballinger TSD Contributing Writer
Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) is turning the page to a new chapter of leadership, ushering in a team of seasoned instructional leadership coaches, regional superintendents and executive title changes. The district says these moves are more than personnel shifts. They’re part of a long-term strategy to raise the bar for student achievement and equity.
“Strong schools are built by strong leaders,” said MSCS leadership in a written statement. “These appointments reflect our belief that every child in Memphis deserves the highest quality education possible.”
Coaches who build leaders
Eight instructional leadership coaches will take on one of the most critical roles in the district — mentoring principals, guiding instruction and ensuring classrooms are places of growth and opportunity.
Grace Bailey, who launched a nationally recognized tutoring program in Nashville that has served more than 18,000 students, is returning home to Memphis to share her expertise. Harvard-educated Ashley Croft-Callery is coming back to the city where her love for education began, eager to serve the families who inspired her career.
Veteran leader Dr. Charlotte Danley spent nearly two decades transforming White Station Middle into a high-achieving, inclusive environment.
Dr. Drayton Hawkins, known for pushing Oak Ridge High School to record graduation rates, brings a relentless focus on equity and rigor.
Shari Jones, a 25-year MSCS veteran, has raised graduation rates and achieved Level 5 growth through a community-first leadership style.
Kimbra Turner-McBride, once chief academic officer of Promise Academy Charter Schools, is known for dramatic academic turnarounds.
Dr. Leviticus Pointer, “The Turnaround Specialist,” and Dr. Janice Tankson, who champions strategic collaboration, round out a powerhouse group committed to supporting school leaders from day one.
Regional leadership with local roots
MSCS is also expanding its regional oversight with three new regional superintendents.
Dr. Terrence Brittenum, named MSCS Principal of the Year in 2022, is celebrated for merging rival schools and leading them to Reward School status. Dr. Kymberli R. Chandler, who has taken schools from the state’s bottom 5% to top honors, says she sees educators as “the cavalry” who empow-
er children to become their best selves.
Dr. Debra Fox-Stanford, who has dedicated 28 years to MSCS, has a track record of lifting struggling schools off the State Priority List through strategic, results-driven leadership.
Executive shifts for strategic growth
The district’s executive team is also seeing key title changes to strengthen its academic and operational direction.
Dr. Angela Whitelaw, now chief academic officer, has served MSCS for more than 30 years, driving sustained district-wide growth. Tito Langston, newly named chief of business operations, oversees the district’s $2.2 billion budget with a focus on transparency and efficiency. Alisha Coleman-Kiner, promoted to deputy chief academic officer, is known nationally for her student-centered leadership and transformational work at Booker T. Washington High School.
Looking ahead
These appointments, which take effect for the 2025–2026 school year, come at a time when the district is emphasizing not just academic growth but the broader mission of creating thriving school communities.
“Our students deserve leaders who believe in their unlimited potential,” MSCS leadership said. “With this team in place, we are ready to deliver on that promise.”
With the school year already in motion, these leaders are stepping into their roles ready to make an immediate impact. From classrooms to boardrooms, their influence will be felt in lesson plans, school culture and the opportunities students receive.
For MSCS, the appointments aren’t just about filling positions — they’re about ensuring every student, in every zip code, has the leadership behind them to thrive.
ENTERTAINMENT
Experience Black history through memoirs and biographies
Book review
By Terri Schlichenmeyer
Okay, fun’s over.
Summer is done. School’s back in session. Fall is here, and it’s time to get serious. And guess what? You can still do that and enjoy reading these great history books…
First off, think about your ancestors and all they did. Now read, “The Black Family Who Built America: The McKissacks, Two Centuries of Daring Pioneers” by Cheryl McKissack Daniel with Nick Chiles (Black Privilege Publishing / Atria, $28.99). The story starts in West Africa when Moses McKissack I was captured and enslaved in North Carolina. He became a craftsman and passed his talents down to his children. Ultimately, this inheritance became a powerhouse business of builders and tradespeople who collectively left their mark on some of America’s most iconic buildings, churches and more. Readers who love architecture will especially love this book.
And if you enjoy that kind of story, then you’ll want “Black Genius: Essays on an American Legacy” by Tre Johnson (Dutton, $30).
Throughout history, Black Americans have been resilient and adaptive and have always found ways to celebrate their culture. In this book, Johnson calls attention to the sometimes-unnoticed “brilliance” of Black leaders in stories that are personal, profound and inspirational. Readers will rejoice. More brilliance is found in “Positive Obsession: The Life and Times of Octavia E. Butler” by Susana M. Morris (Amistad, $29.99). The great writer has been gone nearly two decades, but this look at her life will bring her genius back to the forefront. Morris shows how Butler’s work was shaped and from where her stories sprang. There were always important lessons inside her tales, and they are more relevant now than ever. Read this biography, then go
Black History & Memoirs by various authors
c.2025, various publishers
$28.99 - $35.00 various page counts
back and enjoy Butler’s work anew.
Here’s an essential read about someone whose life and death embodied change:
“Tell Her Story: Eleanor Bumpurs & The Police Killing that Galvanized New York City” by LaShawn Harris (Beacon Press, $35) is the story of a much-loved neighborhood grandmother, and her murder in her own home by white police officers. Harris lived across the street from Bumpurs, and she knew her well when she was a child. This is a personal account of Bumpurs’ life and her death, and how it spawned a movement. Yes, this book might make you want to stand up and act.
And finally, try “The Strangers: Five Extraordinary Black Men and the Worlds That Made Them” by Ekow Eshun (Harper, $25).
What do Black men have to do to stand out, to avoid being categorized as lone members of a whole? In this book, Eshun looks at five Black men who did just that — and his representative choices will surprise you. Truly, each biographical profile is fascinating and impressive, and readers will want to think about their own list of “extraordinary Black men.”
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