
February is Black History Month. Black History Month was started in 1926 by Carter G Woodson and was originally only one week in length. In 1976, President Ford extended the week to one month. This is a month to remember the accomplishments and struggles of African Americans. This is a time to acknowledge intelligence, inventions, historic contribution, political changes, and artistic expression. This is also a time to understand that you can love America and also acknowledge that slave labor built the American economy, that there were, and still are, various laws systematically designed to oppress a group of people, and this is a time to say more changes are needed. Knowing, and understanding, the past opens doors to the future.
Here are some helpful articles on Black History Month:
- https://africanamericanhistorymonth.gov/
- https://www.census.gov/newsroom/facts-for-features/2020/black-history-month.html
- https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2020/02/21/beyond-slavery-civil-rights-what-parents-need-know-about-black-history-month/
Many may feel that Black History Month is no longer relevant. I think that while Black History should never be limited to a month, it is still valuable to evaluate history so that we can create a better future. This month I have been featuring African-American lawyers on my Instagram stories. I am the very first lawyer in my family and it has been helpful to review the history of those who blazed a trail before me.
I love that companies are embracing Black History month as well. Target has recognized black history month with special products, clothing, toys, and other items. The shirt I am wearing was purchased in the special Black History Month section of the store that was created for the month of February. I am thankful for Ida B Wells, Maya Angelou, Fannie Lou Hamer, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth and so many others. Happy Black History Month!

This was so good! I’ve loved that companies are recognizing Black History! Loved Target’s collection!
Thank you and I loved the entire collection. I wish I had bought the Katherine Johnson doll. It’s really expensive now!!