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Oral history interviews are firsthand testimonies of people’s experiences of history. These interviews invite narrators (interviewees) to talk about their own histories, giving unparalleled insights into life decisions, actions, and experiences that may not already be part of the public record.

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    Gwenn Craig

    Civil rights activist and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights

    Daly City, CA

    Carolina De Robertis
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    Gwenn Craig

    An African American lesbian activist, Craig reflects on growing up in the segregated South, her move to San Francisco, mentorship by Harvey Milk, leading a historic media campaign, embracing identity, and her ongoing advocacy.

    Carolina De Robertis collection

    Daly City, CA

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    Pamelya Herndon

    New Mexico representative, attorney, and advocate

    New York, NY

    Ellery Washington
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    Pamelya Herndon

    Herndon reflects on her family history, the importance of fighting for social justice, her college experience, and her work as a New Mexico State Representative focused on gun safety, Indigenous rights, and children's welfare.

    Ellery Washington collection

    New York, NY

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    James Lewis

    New Mexico's first Black countywide elected official and state treasurer

    Albuquerque, NM

    Ellery Washington
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    James Lewis

    Lewis chronicles his life's work in public service, from overcoming segregated schooling to becoming the state's first black state treasurer, as well as his commitment to education and community betterment.

    Ellery Washington collection

    Albuquerque, NM

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    Lenton Malry

    New Mexico's first African American state representative

    Albuquerque, NM

    Ellery Washington
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    Lenton Malry

    Malry reflects on his life experiences, including growing up on a Louisiana farm, teaching on Navajo reservations, becoming Albuquerque’s first Black principal, and his impact as the state's first Black representative.

    Ellery Washington collection

    Albuquerque, NM

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    Rudolph Malveaux

    Texas-born political consultant

    Austin, TX

    April Reign
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    Rudolph Malveaux

    Malveaux narrates his life story, tracing his intellectual upbringing, key influences, and his journey into political consulting. Malveaux highlights extraordinary encounters and experiences that shaped his activism and career.

    April Reign collection

    Austin, TX

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    Kevin Matthews

    Senator, former fire chief, and founder of Greenwood Rising History Center

    Tulsa, OK

    Caleb Gayle
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    Kevin Matthews

    Matthews discusses his roots in Tulsa, discovering his biological father, and becoming a pivotal figure in Tulsa's fire department. He reflects on overcoming addiction, his entry into politics, advocacy, and Black excellence.

    Caleb Gayle collection

    Tulsa, OK

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    Omowale Satterwhite

    Community-building specialist, nonprofit founder, and Kellogg Fellow

    Palo Alto, CA

    Caleb Gayle
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    Omowale Satterwhite

    Satterwhite delves into his Michigan roots, pivotal involvement in grassroots education, the formation of Nairobi College, and advocacy for community control, equity, and combating gentrification in East Palo Alto.

    Caleb Gayle collection

    Palo Alto, CA

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    Lana Turner-Addison

    Educator, advocate for equity in education, and non-profit leader

    Tulsa, OK

    Caleb Gayle
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    Lana Turner-Addison

    Addison shares her journey from growing up in North Tulsa's projects to becoming a community advocate. She discusses founding the North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative, visions for equitable education, and gentrification.

    Caleb Gayle collection

    Tulsa, OK

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    Don Tyler

    Pastor and community activist

    Tulsa, OK

    Caleb Gayle
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    Don Tyler

    From engineering to pastoral leadership, Tyler details his career progression and efforts to transform North Tulsa through education, safety, and fostering community development despite racism and economic disparity.

    Caleb Gayle collection

    Tulsa, OK

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    Roxy Williamson

    Teacher and Juneteenth advocate

    Galveston, TX

    April Reign
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    Roxy Williamson

    Williamson recounts her Texan roots, discovering her Black identity at Savannah State, her activism preserving Juneteenth's legacy and combating gerrymandering, battling cancer, family influence, and the importance of community.

    April Reign collection

    Galveston, TX

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    ‘You’re always aware of your Blackness.
    No matter where you go or what you do.’
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