Who am I? PROUD Academy version

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I am a writer, poet and activist. I suffered trauma as a young child and did not speak for many years. Who am I?

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Maya Angelou

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I am the first African-American president of the United States.

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Barack Obama

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I was brave and was the first African-American to go to an all-white school at the young age of 6 years old. Who am I?

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Ruby Bridges

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I was drafted into the NBA right out of high school. I was the youngest player to ever start in an NBA game. I played for the Lakers. Who am I?

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Kobe Bryant

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I was a civil rights activist out of Alabama and was the secretary for the MOntgomery chapter for the NAACP. I refused to give up my seat to a white man on a bus in Alabama.

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Rosa Parks

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I created a town that was financed and governed by African-Americans. My town is now a Historic National Park. Who am I?

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Colonel Allensworth

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I am a musical genius. I had my first recording at the age of 11. I play the harmonica, piano and drums, which I taught myself, all while dealing with blindness. Who am I?

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Stevie Wonder

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I was born without the use of my legs. I was banned from my kingdom but later returned to rule over the kingdom and bring peace and equality. Who am I?

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Sendietta Keita

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I was placed in prison for my peaceful protests for 30 years. I later became the President of South Africa. I helped eradicate apartheid in the country. Who am I?

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Nelson Mandela

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I am an attorney and helped my husband become the first African-American President of the United States. I am an activist and fight for the rights of females education. Who am I?

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Michelle Obama