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Honor The Past and Prepare For The Future
From centuries ago to present day
We honor those who've paved the way
From freedom fighters including the youth
To Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth
Back when slaves were being shipped from overseas
And forced to pick cotton and tobacco leaves
While many slaves fought for the right to be free
Some wrote about it like Booker T
And those who opposed began to kill,
Many innocents including Emmett Till
Those who weren't killed were eventually arrested
Like Rosa Parks who peacefully protested
But thanks to every great leader and brave resident
Our African-American history has led to America's first black president
As I prepare for the future, I honor the past
I know the achievements of our African-American heritage will last.
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