Black History Month: Maya Angelou

As we commemorate and celebrate and look to the contributions of African Americans during Black History Month, Democrats will continue to work to ensure that the rights and privileges and opportunities of our nation are accessible to all Americans. From the civil rights movement to the modern struggle for social justice, Democrats are committed to ensuring that African Americans join all Americans in achieving the American dream. It is in this same spirit that we will continue to fight for equality and justice and speak out against discrimination and bigotry as we celebrate Black History all year round. Our featured historical figure is the very much alive Maya Angelou. An accomplished poet, memoirist, playwright, and civil rights activist, Angelou has been widely recognized for her work.