Dr. Debra Antoinette (Bass) Dudley (1952-2013) was the first Black woman to graduate from University of Maryland Dental School in 1977. (Courtesy photo) By Kim Williams Special to the AFRO Shattering glass ceilings, breaking down barriers, overcoming insurmountable challenges and beating the odds describes my older sister’s accomplishments. Dr. Debra Antoinette (Bass) Dudley was the […]
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The Nonviolent Warriors
By Kim Williams Special to the AFRO “Give me liberty or give me death!” On March 23, 1775, Patrick Henry made this statement in his speech at a church in Virginia. He was against the oppressive and cruel British government fighting for the truth to be told. Sound familiar? As much as things change, they […]

