Black History Month 2022: Inspiring quotes, inspiration to celebrate African-Americans
By Leada Gore | lgore@al.com
Black History Month begins today and is a time to celebrate the accomplishments and history of African Americans.
The theme for Black History Monday 2022 is “Black Health and Wellness,” with special emphasis on healthcare access and improving wellness.
The origins of National History Week dates back to 1926 when Dr. Carter G. Woodson first established “Negro History Week” during he second week in February. It is thought he chose that week because it encompasses the birthdays of President Abraham Lincoln and abolitionist Frederick Douglass. The movement spread during the civil rights movement, expanding to encompass the entire month. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month.
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” -- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“What has always made our country special is that it doesn’t matter where you come from; it matters where you’re going. Our job is to make certain the pathways are open to both our boys and our girls.” - - Condoleezza Rice
“I tell young people - including my granddaughter - there is no shortcut in life. You have to take it one step at a time and work hard. And you have to give back.” – Hank Aaron
“If you are going to achieve excellence in big things, you develop the habit in little matters. Excellence is not an exception, it is a prevailing attitude.” - - Colin Powell
“History has shown us that courage can be contagious, and hope can take on a life of its own.” - - Michelle Obama
“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.” -- Jackie Robinson
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Tuesday, February 1st 2022 at 8:23AM
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