Being African American, Male and Thankful in America

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Being African American, Male and Thankful in America

Happy Thanksgiving is an age-old holiday and tradition. It gives us an opportunity to gather with family and friends. It is a celebration of recalling memories of old and making new memories. And of course, you cannot forget about the food. We eat as much as we can for as long as we can. This Thanksgiving holiday was a time […]

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