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Black American Hero and Civil Rights Activist Vernon Jordan Dies at 85. Vernon Eulion Jordan Jr. (August 15, 1935 - March 1, 2021). Vernon Jordan an American business executive and civil rights activist in the United States passed last night at 85 years old. After working for several Civil Rights Movement organizations, he was chosen … Continued

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