She was just six years old.

On November 14, 1960, Ruby Bridges became the first Black child to desegregate an all-white elementary school in the American South.

The Latino population in the U.S. has nearly doubled since 2000—rising from 35.3 million to 68 million in just two decades. Today, one in five Americans is Latino, making this group the second-largest racial or ethnic community in the country. And they’ve fueled more than half of all U.S. population growth since 2000.

On July 2, 1908, Thurgood Marshall was born.
He would go on to change the course of American history.

On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, with news that should have come much sooner: slavery had been abolished. Two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, over 250,000 people were still enslaved in Texas — until that day.

As March Madness heats up, we’re taking a time-out to honor a true trailblazer whose legacy defines the spirit of the game—Lusia “Lucy” Harris.

The 119th Congress, which convened on January 3rd, marks significant strides for women of color in American politics. According to a recent Pew Research Center analysis, this Congress is witnessing several historic firsts.

On February 27, 1973, the U.S. Supreme Court delivered a unanimous decision that strengthened civil rights protections in community facilities. The case focused on the Wheaton-Haven Recreation Association, a nonprofit swimming pool in Wheaton, Maryland, a predominantly white suburb of Washington, D.C.

Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Sidney Poitier, a trailblazer whose impact on Hollywood and beyond is immeasurable. Born on February 20, 1927, Poitier shattered racial barriers, redefined representation, and inspired generations with his talent, dignity, and unwavering commitment to social justice.

The U.S. Black population reached 48.3 million in 2023, a 33% increase since 2000, reflecting demographic, geographic, and social changes. This growing and diverse group offers valuable insights, particularly during Black History Month.

This week, we celebrate the life and legacy of Arthur Ashe, born on February 6, 1943. Ashe was not only a tennis legend but a trailblazer whose influence extended far beyond the court. As the first Black man to win Wimbledon, the U.S. Open, and the Australian Open, he shattered racial barriers in sports and opened doors for countless athletes of color who followed in his footsteps.