"Like A Phoenix I'll Rise"

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Listen Tuesday, Jun. 15, 1999 at 12:06 p.m. in Tech Tuesday, Technology

The African-American Community of Prince George's County Maryland has a unique history, rich in political activism, academic achievement and economic innovation. Two experts join Kojo to discuss the 300 years of African American history in Prince George's county.

Audio archives, transcripts and CDs will be available approximately 15 minutes after the program ends.

Guests

Dr. Alvin Thornton

Associate Provost of Howard University, former three-term Chairperson of the Prince George's County school board and Chairman of the Maryland Thornton Commission.

Karen Williams Gooden

co-author; also lawyer

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