In case you missed it, the infamous former NAACP leader, Rachel Dolezal gave birth to a healthy baby boy Tuesday February 16th, 2016. While, Dolezal has kept the ethnicity of her baby’s father under wraps, she gave the newborn a name with strong Black roots. Dolezal named her third child, Langston Attickus Dolezal, after black poet and civil rights activist Langston Hughes and “To Kill a Mockingbird’s” Atticus Finch. While many were outraged at her choice of name for the baby, the executor of the Langston Hughes’ estate thinks the name is perfect! Read more below.
(Video) Wale – “The Gifted” Series [Episode #4]
Today is the day PEOPLE! Wale’s, “The Gifted” is in stores, and the journey isn’t over. The poetic figure has released yet another installment of, The Gifted series. It’s actually the fourth to drop, and this go-round he highlights the life and achievements of some of my favorite artists such as Langston Hughes, Tupac, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Lil’ Snupe (#RIP). This dude’s mind is on high levels. Hit the jump and check out whom else is a part of the gifted.
IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Langston Hughes
To celebrate Black History Month, InFlexWeTrust will be honoring influential members of Black history daily throughout the month. Today, we are honoring the life of Langston Hughes. James Mercer Langston Hughes is known for his impeccable work during the Harlem Renaissance as well as being one the originator of jazz poetry art. Langston wrote his very first poem, “The Negro Speaks of Rivers” in 1921. The poem later became his signature poem and was later featured in his first book of poetry collections, The Weary Blues. Hughes wrote ground-breaking poetry and fiction about the working class African-Americans. Read more about him below.
IFWT Celebrates Black History Month: Honoring Langston Hughes
James Mercer Langston Hughes is best known for his work during the Harlem Renaissance. Hughes was also one of the original originators of the jazz poetry art form. Since his death, he has been honored with awards and memorials in his honor. His work is studied in school and colleges around the world keeping his words and legacy alive. Read more about the life of Langston Hughes below. Julie A. and IFWT
