http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs.html http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/-black-history-month-2010 Each February, Black History Month honors the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens over the most devastating obstacles — including slavery, prejudice, and poverty — as well as their contributions to the nation’s cultural and political life. http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/-black-history-month-2010 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:03:28 -0500 http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/african-american-activist-promotes-muslim-culture Back in 2000, Okolo Rashid had an activist moment — one of many she’s had in her life as a community organizer. Inspired by her Muslim faith, Rashid organized an exhibition in Jackson, Mississippi about Muslim culture in the Iberian Peninsula. More than a year later, Rashid’s exhibition turned into the International Museum of Muslim Cultures, the first museum in the United States dedicated to educating Americans about Muslim culture. Today, she is the museum’s executive director. http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/african-american-activist-promotes-muslim-culture Wed, 15 Jul 2009 06:33:31 -0500 http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/focusing-on-economic-empowerment Economic Empowerment.” This month, events and organizations around the country are recognizing the lives of successful black men and women as a tribute to the contributions of African-Americans. http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/focusing-on-economic-empowerment Thu, 09 Jul 2009 02:06:58 -0500 http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/blogs--america.gov Paint your roof white and reduce global warming http://gaza2.postcms7.iip/index/blogs/blogs--america.gov Mon, 06 Jul 2009 02:21:11 -0500