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Happy B’Day Harry Belafonte: The Artist-Activist Shares New Song ‘I Believe,” Discusses Voting Rights & Late-Night TV Run

“It’s important to take the risk to say what you really believe,” says the living icon.
01/17/2022

Exclusive: SiriusXM Host Joe Madison Explains Why He Won't Eat Until Congress Passes Voting Rights Bill

The radio legend and civil rights activist says what he is doing is intended to send a message about voting rights, and he’s taking a page from the playbook of Dick Gregory.
11/18/2021

Dick Gregory’s Son Blasts Emmys Over ‘Disrespectful’ Snub

The comedian was excluded from the show’s Memoriam tribute.
09/18/2017

Dick Gregory, Comedian and Civil Rights Icon, Has Died at 84

He was hospitalized last month.
08/20/2017

This Day in Black History: Oct. 12, 1932

Comedian and activist Dick Gregory was born.
10/12/2014

Obama Pushes for Income Equality in Struggling DC Neighborhood

President calls on government to aid in economic mobility.
12/04/2013