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American Black Journal
Wendy Hilliard
Wendy Hilliard made history when she became the first African American gymnast to represent the United States in international competition. The Detroit native is a hall of fame athlete who now runs a foundation that provides free and low-cost gymnastics for young people. Wendy was in Detroit recently to announce an expansion of her program. Epiosde 4712/Segment 1
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“The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and September is Black Reading Month.

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A conversation with the head of the Detroit Jazz Festival Foundation and two of this year’s musician

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