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Los Angeles City Council marks 100 years of Black History Month with awards and community pledges
Summary
Councilwoman Heather Hutt led a Black History Month centennial program at City Hall with musical performances and multiple 'Living Legends' awards; Council President Marquise Harris Dawson framed the centennial as a response to attempts to erase Black history.
Councilwoman Heather Hutt (10th District) opened the Los Angeles City Council’s Black History Month centennial program with remarks and a musical performance that she described as a reminder of resilience and community history. The celebration included live drumming, a rendition of ‘‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’’ and recognition of the Arthur Study Club’s long-running stewardship of local commemorations.
Council President Marquise Harris Dawson told attendees the observance…
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