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February 17th, 2011
01:30 PM ET
Your Black History Month Heroes
Politics, education, entertainment, sports, business, science, religion and human rights are just a few of the many fields in which African-Americans have made historic contributions. In this, Black History Month, we’d like to know whose contributions you value the most. If there were a national Black History Hall of Fame, who would you like to nominate for it, and why?
Donna Krache, Executive Producer
I would like to nominate our current President of the United States for fixing our economy and making the healthcare reform bill.
i would nominate Rosa Parks because without her refusal on the bus none of the protests would have happened. blacks would still be slaves without her.
i have more than one black history minth heroes i actually have 3 Martin Luther King Jr,Rosa Parks,and Jackie robinson
Yes i think a computer can be as smart as a human but humans think by there self and computer are programed to think.
i do not think a computer can be as smart as a real person because you cant program a computer to be a human there is no brain in a computer just a chip
I don't think computers can be as smart as humans because we created computer and we did not make each other and they don't have as fast reflezes
I would like to nominate Rosa Parks for being so strong that day on the bus. She knew what would happen if she didn't move and yet she still defided the rules. She was a huge insiration to all of the blacks. She was a role model to them and to many generations afterwards. She is my hero
Martin Luther King Junior because if it had not been for him, half of the people in the U.S. would be unfairly judged by their skin color
I would have to nominate Harriet Tubman! I mean thee underground rail road, SHE disscovered that and she kept going for what she wanted and she didn't just do it for herself. She did it for others and that's what America is about!
Rose Parks because she was brave enough to stay and put up a fight to sit where ever she wanted to. Its no just that she sat where she wanted to, its that she was going to finally stand up for her people, and to me that is a big deal!
I would nominate Harriet Tubman for h bravery and f rdoing something no free person thought to do - go back and help other slaves get to freedom.
I believe that Michelle Obama should be in the hall of fame because she is one of the only first ladies to help kids get active and is a very big inspiration.
Jennifer Hudson definitely! Because she is really kind, plus she sings beautifully, without having to add in all the slang.She is an amazing role model for everyone!!
I would nominate Rosa Parks because, she was the one who didn't give up her seat to a white person on the bus. She was the one brave enough to start to desegregate america.
George Washington Carver, he made more than 300 products with peanuts including peanut butter, shampoo , face-cream , and TONS of other stuff
i say give this man a hand for all his hard work 🙂
Obama is my hero because he mad it as presdent thats why he is my hero and he is black .And they are not judgeing him by his color.
I would like to nominate Barak Obama.
Of course Martin Luther King contributed much to American history,
but, even if Marin Luther King haven't made his contributions, other person would have done it. All the blacks wanted freedom. Not only him.
But, if president Barak Obama didn't become the president, we are not sure that other blacks would have done it, and show that, in American society no longer does segregation exists.
Even if any blacks becomes president, that will be in the long future and slow down the complete disappearance of segregation.
So I think he's contribution has the most value.
Rosa Parks because if she didnt start the boycott then black and white people probaly would have the right to ride the same or go to the same shcool. Rosa encouraged me not to make fun of people because of their color ,because everybody should have the freedom.So i encourage everybody to treateveryone equal and if someone is getting picked on to help them and you will get paid back.
I would definitely choose Carter Godwin Woodson. He worked to preserve the history of African Americans, and he actually made the "Black history week", which was the second week in Febuary.
The "Black history week" was the start of the "Black history month" .
I belive that martiin luther king jr was corect by trying to change how other s should be treated but I wish somebody didn't try to assassinate him if Murtin luther king did not convence pepole treat others how you want to be treated then we would still be judge by the content of our skin.
Martin Luther King Junior because he is an inspiring man that made a difference and would have made even more if he were still around.
Someone Most people don't think about in Black history is The king of Pop , Michael Jackson. He was an amazing humanitarian and had such an influence in music and on the world. He changed the world with his music and been spoken very little about in black history! Rest in Peace MJ!
-michael!
I would like to nominate Nathaniel "Nat" Turner because he took a HUGE risk to lead a rebellion against slavery.Although this hero took a stand for many African Americans today, only few know what he did. His actions should be honored in the Black history hall of fame.
Martin Luther King Jr. He did the right thing.
A great nomination for black history month would be Nelson Mandela, he is a very intelligent man who stood for his beliefs and did not believe in racism.
I value the contributions of Mr. Martin Luther King Jr. because he is a kind hearted man who took a stand for something he felt strongly for, and has forever changed America!
I would nominate are president for being the first black president and for thimking and creating new better ideas.
I think Black History Month is a special time of the year because web know about George Washington and Benjamin Franklin but what about Harriet Tubman and George Washington Carver. We should learn these things because without it we would have a missing a major chunk of history.
I would nominate Rosa Parks because she helped create awareness about African-Americans being equal to whites. Her act also was a contributing factor to the bus boycott, and the African-Americans eventually were invited to sit where ever they would like to on the buses because the bus companies were losing money from such a drop in bus-riders. Rosa Parks is an excellent role model that inspires me everyday!
I think Martin Luther King Jr. is my hero because of his big protests for civil rights. Kudos to him!
If there was a Black History Hall Of fame ,for sure I would nominate George Washington Carver! He invented the first form of peanut butter. I think this world would go nuts if he never invented peanut butter. Way to go George Washington Carver
If there was a Black history hall of fame I would choose all african americans who fought for their beliefes. Everyone deserves a time to shine, and they deffinently deserve one. They were all stong,determined,open minded, and able to move people with words!
I think that all africian-amercians should be only if they made a differents in our lives becaues without them we would never have freedom and rights.
Ithink that Roger Wright would be more likely to be in the hall of fame. He has showed so many people not to give up. And he showed that failure is not an option in life!
Martin Luther King Jr. He stood up for what he thought was right .
I would like to nominate Santonio Holmes for his football career because he has a almost running speed and catching abilities. he is a good team player
The Number 1 spot for me would have to go to the Williams sisters. They are some of the best tennis players in the world, dedicated to their passion for the sport they love. That's why I like tennis so much.
Mr. Martin Luther King Jr. Beacause his dream was to see that colored people wuold stop being treated like random people, and whites and colors wuold get along
Mr. Martin Luther King Jr. Because his dream was to see that colored people would stop being treated like random people, and whites and colors would get along
Jackie Robinson is my hero is was the first African American that played in major league baseball. He went through so much. He was criticized, rejected, and unliked.
George Washington Carver. Duh. I can't live without peanut butter!
Also, I love this saying about Black History Month. "Rosa sat, so Martin could walk. Martin walked so Obama could run. Obama ran, so we can fly."
I applaud Harriet Tubman, for putting an end to slavery, and our current president, Barack Obama. He has tried hard to get us out of this economical crisis. Also, first lady Michelle Obama deserves recognition, for being such a great spokesperson for the health of the economy and also the Earth.
Langston Hughes, because his poetry is inspiring.
I value what Rosa Parks did.She stood up for african-american rights even though she knew the results of her action.Standing up is something that people with courage do.Such as Rosa Parks.
A great Nomination to William Felton "Bill" Russell and Wilton Norman "Wilt" Chamberlain Two of the NBA's hall of famers even when they were African-American their love for the sport did not change but grew.
I would nominate Jackie Robinson. To me, he is more important than MLK and Obama. He was doing his thing before MLK and way before Obama. He changed the world of sports and changed way of life for blacks.
Jackie robinson is awesome
Rosa Parks because she fought for her seat on the bus.
I would pick Jackie Robinson, mostly because he shattered the barrier in baseball between white and black people. He was inspiring, being the first black man in the major leagues.
for me my self is martin luther king he should the first person in the hall of fame!!!!
I'd nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he changed the world completely and not for worse but for the better , much much better.
He took his dream and went with it all the way! He's a good role model for anyone really.
Rosa Parks , Because Without Her Refusal On The Bus , None Of The Protests Would Have Happened. Black Would Still Be Slaves Without Her (: !
i would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because of all the great things he did for the colored people and opened up so many opportuninties for them it was incredible what he has done for people
I would nominate Martin luther king jr. for making that great speach to give african-americans rights to do things that everyday people do.
i would nominate president Obama becuase he is the first african amirican president and he is trying to get us out of the economical hole bush got us in. 😉
If there was a black history month hall of fame I would definetly vote Dr. Martin Luther King jr. because he made a change in the world he changed how black people were treated
Michael jackson was one of the most famous pop singer. He showed the world of black's power. I admire him.
Rosa Parks because white people can not be friend or sit with black peolpe and there whould not have freedom.
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr because he fought for blacks freedom and although he got thrown in jail alot he got through to the people.
I would nominate Roland Martin from the C.N.N descussuion group also on the Tom Joiner Morning Show, because he is so well educated and articulates himself in a way most black americans can not. I admire him becuase he has worked so hard to send a message to people about all kinds of topics that really matter. We all should appreciate people like Mr.Martin and others like him, because with people like him in our world we have no reason to go wrong.
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks because they stood up for what they believe in and dindn't let anyone stop them.
I would nominate Harriet Tubman,
for helping all the slaves go on to freedom and creating the Underground Railroad.
Thank You Harriet for all of your bravery for other people!!!!!
I would value Martin Luther King Jr. because he likes to help others for their rightsl, and looks out for every kind of his race, he also fought for the African-American rights to go to the same school, resturants,and set in the front of the bus, and drink out of the same waterfountain.
I think it should be Rosa Parks because they should not put her in
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I would probably have to say Martin Luthor King Jr. because he made most of the freedom for African Americans come true.
I think Rosa Parks is my favorite african american because she sat on a bus in the front when she needed to sit in the back. She felt very strongly about stoping segragation.
i think jackie robinson should be nominated because he was the first black person to play baseball i think that is pretty cool to me cause i love baseball and he inspired other black people to play baseball
I would nominate Harriet Tubman for being the good person and bringing all the slaves to freedom!
i would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because of all the trouble he went through to make black have the rights white people had.
i would nominate martin luther king jr. because he had a dream that we americans can do anything if we try our hardest. he believed in us and we all knew that he could make this place a better place for everyone.
Mr. Martin Luther King Jr for standing up for all Afrien Americas
I would nominate Rosa Parks because she stood up for herself on the bus and didnt get up for a whiter person because she was tired,it had to take alot of coarage to do that.Since Rosa did that she had to go to jail just for doing that. She is my insperation.
i would nominate Rosa Parks because she stood up for black citizens and women by not getting up when the when the white man needed to sit down on the bus
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. becuase he stood up for all African Americans and helped them be able to go to school together, drink from the same water fountain, sit were ever they want to sit on the bus, etc. He is a very cool and man!
I would like to nominate Frederick Douglass because he was a famous abolishionist and writer during the american civil war when he was in slavery and celebrating his birthday in February on Black History Month.
I would have to say Jackie Robinson because he was the first black person to play baseball and he was awesome. he was one of my favorites.
Our Black History Month heroes are...
President Obama– because he is an intelligent black man who does his job even when people are making it harder than it needs to be.
Rosa Parks– because she is a strong black woman who did not care what people thought or said about her. She was a brave political activist.
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams– because he did the very first open heart surgery, a surgery which now keeps people of all colors alive and able to spend more time on Earth.
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i would nominat the first lady because she is tring her hardest to make this place a better place place for people . and sheis tring to make us people helthier
i would like to nominate wwe's own R-TRUTH for being an insparation to all in saying the words never give up even when you are beat and for asking all the time in his entrance music "whats up" he is the best young wrestler around in the wwe today
Brack Oboma because he step up and said that this county needed someone to care for them and to will lead people to victory and hope.
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I nominate US president Barack Obama as my black history month hero. He is the first ever African-American president. Now, I think that's a HUGE achievement in the world of politics.
martin Luther king and his dream of every one having equal rights.because of is sacrifice he won the noble peace prize.On the evening of April 4, 1968, while standing on the balcony of his motel room in Memphis, Tennessee, where he was to lead a protest march in sympathy with striking garbage workers of that city, he was assassinated.
I would nominate some one who is very important but not famous like MLK. I think i would pick Jesse Owens because he was a great Black runner who won the Olympics against the Nazis.
Think that Harriett Tubman, Rosa Parks, Martin Luther King Jr, and President Obama are all people who are heroes.
I would nominate Bill Cosby because he is one of the few people in the world who can be a great comedian by using clean humor. Bill Cosby is like Will Rogers if he was a comedian.
Harriett Tubman is a hero because of everything she did during the civil war. She was a spy for the union, and helped more than 70 slaves escape from slavery using the underground railroad.
Rosa Parks is a hero because she stood up for the rights of black people. One of the things she is most remembered for is the day when she refused to sit at the back of the bus. She has been called "the first lady of civil rights" and "the mother of the freedom movement".
Martin Luther King Jr. is a hero because he was a leader and inspiration in the advancement of civil rights.
President Barack Obama is a hero because of everything he has done and tried to do for the united states. He is a great leader.
Michael Jackson is a hero, not only for his amazing musical talent and the way he changed music, but because he has done so much to make the world a better place.
These people will always be remembered
Martin Luther King JR. Because he stood up for himself when he knew it was going to get him in trouble
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i would nominate Martin Luther King Junior, because of his hope and determination to make history by bringing different races together.i think that we all owe a thanks to him for what he did for us!
I would nomonate rosa parks, she inspired alot of black people to move up and protest against the rules against black and whites.
rosa may have gone to jail for what she did but it is what got some laws eliminated
I would diffinitly vote for Martin Luther King Jr. because to me he stands up for he belives in and do everything he can to make it happen and to have dreams come true and real and it happened!! Blacks were now no different from whites. (:
I would nominate Rosa Parks because she stood up for her rights to sit any where on the bus without having to move for some one that is white.
Oprah! because she has cared and told about so many wonderful people and the color of her skin does not stop her. she is amazing =)
i would nominate marthin luther king because he made us equql with black people and hes awesome.
I think i would nominate the most important black inventor, i'm talking about the guy who made peanut butter, Mr. george washington carver.
Martin Luther King Jr. he did an ansome job .
I would nominate Rosa Parks because she changed the world. If it wasn't for her Afrcan-Americans would not have rights they do know.
i would like rose packes becausde of what she did on the bus i woulde like her to
I would do Martin Luther King Jr. becuase i think that when he stood up there in front of all them people he was doing the right thing andhe was fighting for our country.Also i think he is a great hero!
If I was doing this I would do Martin Luther King JR for the "I Have A Dream" Speech And I Think thats one of the reasons White and Blacks go to school together and and drink out of the same fountain and eat out the same restarunt NOW. THNKS TO MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
I think Oprah is one of the biggest inspirations of all time because she helped blacks and many others over the years. I'd nominate her because of this and because she is the most giving person and puts others before herself.
obama because he is black and nobodey judges him by his race
i would have to say Harriot tubman because she saved lots of people from slavery and she maid a historical landmark called the underground railroad.
i would have to say jacki robenson because he was the first
black person to play in MLB AND BECAUSE the LA dogers took robenson for baseball.
If it was up to me to choose one person to put in that hall of fame i would choose 2 of the best african americans i know.... i know were sopose to pick only one but i thing theese 2 should be reconized... 1.Sojournar Truth 2.Rosa Parks Iam actually reading a book on Sojournar Truth for a book project..... i love the book!!
martin luther king hes awesome.
Jackie Robinson is my black history hero because he played in the majors. Jackie is one of the few that was in the hall of fame and one of the few African Americans that was in the major league.
I would nominate Marthin Luther King Jr. because he was a big part of making every thing more fair.
i would liike marten luther king jr.he done the right thaing
Martin Luther King because he lead everybody to victory
I would nominate rosa parks because she was very brave in what she did.
to many scienctist and humans are making histic contributions
at the very top of my list would without a dought be dr. martin luther king jr. he was probely the greatest hero of the real world making people raelize that just because they (african americans) look different doesn't mean they should be treated differently.
I think that martin luther king was my hero becouse if it wasent for him we would not have friends and people talking about their coulture and there wouldent of been peole going out from differnent coultuers.
i definetly would not nomonate the Obama Crew!!!
Just my opinion..
If there was a hall of fame I would put Michael Jackson becaues he changed the way we think about music.I would also put Harriet Tubman because of what she did to free the slaves.Last but certainley not least, I would put the great Dr.Martain Luther King Jr. becaues or the peaceful protests he lead.
I nominate Martin Luther King Jr. Because he took a stand and didn't back down nomatter what everyone said or did, he stayed strong
The person that i think be nominate would be Rosa Parks for The Hall Of Fame. She stood up for what she believed in and didnt let anyone change that , no matter what .
I value the contribution of Abraham Lincoln because he faught and tried his best to stop slavery for going on..!
I Like George Washington Carver, because he invented Peanut Butter!
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If I could choose 1 person to choose i would choose martian luther king jr. I think he was a great leader and today if i could i would give him a big hug cause he is just that awsome
My Black History Hero is not just one person its all of those people who stood up for justice and truth and gave me a chance to have a bright and successful future if it hadn't been for these people we wouldn't be here today
Because Black History is still breathing today, new political figures, such as President Obama, are still making the African American Race historically enriching. We never planned to have an African American President nor did our ancestors plan to be pioneers for African Americans. I value President Obama because he symbolizes the spiritual, political, and intellectual aspect of an African American and a Pure American. He stands for equality of opportunity and American Independence.
I vote my Black History Month Hero is Jimi Hendrix because he is one of the first black guitar heroes that needs to be known by all
I think that Martin Luther King Jr. should in there because he basicly changed how people of different race treat each other and changed history.
I would nominate Michael Jackson because he did a lot of things. He was the King of Pop. He also did a now favored dance called the moon walk. He brought happiness to peoples lives.
I would nominate Rosa Parks, because she is the one who really started the whole "Bus Boy-cot" that lead to a big topic.
i will be arth luther king jr because he change america and i kot more thing and he stand for something he felf strongly for
I would nominate Rosa Parks becauase she didnt give up her seat on the bus. After she got arrested they made a law that blacks and whites could sit where ever they wanted to on the bus
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. He was a good person who stood up for his beliefs.
There are ao many great african-american heros but if I had to choose it would beMr. Martin Luether King Jr. beacuse he was the one who changed America by standing up for what he believed in, and I admier him for that.
If there was a hall of fame for africain american people I would most likely pick Martin Luther King JR. because if he never spoke what he spoke I wouldn't have like 6 black friends. And I wouldn't be able to have some of my friends around because their a diffrent race. Like if he never spoke that, life would be a whole lot diffrent than it is today. Like just think about it! But thats just my opionion! we all think diffrently but that's what I think, just for me! 🙂
i would nominate either Rosa Parks or Martin Luthger King Jr. becuse they both did things thatmade e people change like Rosa sat in the front of the bus with the whites and went to jail Martin made the speach and amazed people and right after he got killed.
I think Martin Luther King Jr. because he let African – Americans be in schools, he got white people to accept African-American people. And he took a stand for what he believed in. He also changed the mind of white people to understand what African-Americans go through.
If I could nominate someone I would nominate Randy Jackson for being the first African American Baseball player and for setting a new mark on sports everywhere.
Well i would say probably Mr.Martin Luther King Jr. because he is very kind and helped the blacks with there problems and stopped all the hate with whites and blacks and also he is a great man.
Rosa Parks
I would pick rosa parks becouse if she did't do what she did it would be hard for african americans to ride the bus today.
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because I am totaly against separaating the black from the whites, and he mad the world what it is today. I have made many friends that are colored.
Martin Luther King Jr. should be in a hall of fame for starting to make blacks and whites to be treated equaly.Go Dr. King!
I would nominate rosa parks because she believed in herself and the rights for all black peaple .
I would nominate two people actually I would nominate Martin Luther King JR. Because he did a lot for us. I would also nominate Jackie Robison Because he was a ffamous baseball player.
I think it should be our president. He is a hero for being the first black president.
Jackie Robinson for helping blacks become a part of major league baseball
My nomination for the my black hero would have to be George Washington Carver. His innovative uses of the peanut have transformed the way that we use this vital crop. He was a pioneer in the field of African American science. He has inpsired me to become a great scientist.
Rosa Park because she stud up for what she belived in and even no she got in trouble she still spoke up for what was right
Micahael Jordan is our black hero because, he inspired people not to do drugs..
I would nominateTyra Banks to the Hall of Fame. From her modeling career to the Tyra Show and America's Next Top Model, she has made herself truly successful. She also continues to encourage young African American's dreams and giving back to society. She is a very good role model for everyone, but especially for African Americans.
I would nominate martin luther king jr. for making a change in peoples future and how they view different races he was a very brave man for standing up for his race the way he did he changed the view of america forever!
I would nominate for Martin Luther King Jr., because he is the one who changed lots of things. Like Blacks, and whites are now together. So now there are no segregation from blacks and whites and other races.
I f could choose anyone for the balck history hall of fame it would be Michel Jackson because is is the pop prince. He created his own dance andpeople know it around the world. He can dance he can sing he can do almost anything. His songs were famous. everyone rembers his songs.
I don't just have one African American Hero, I think they all played a huge part is making America the melting pot it is today. If it weren't for them, i would be without some of my amazing friends that I have today.
I really like Rosa Parks for her bravery on the bus. It's so easy just to go along with the crowd and stay out of trouble: I do it a lot! but I admire her courage to stand up for her rights even though she knew what the consequences would be.
Martin Luther King Jr. is our hero because he made every race have equal rights like everyone else. No matter the color or race, everyone should be treated equally. He made a difference for everyone with his speeches.
I nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he has made such a huge impact on our society. He's an inspiration and a great example.
My classmates and I believe that Beyonce has been an iconic symbol for alot of young souls for many years. She has been a positive influence on African American girls. She has done good by helping with the Halo awards. They award kids who do good in there community. She starred in the movie "dream girls" which was about some black women who shook up the music industry in the early 60's. We truely believe she is a symbol of strong black women.
My classmates and I believe that Beyonce has been an iconic symbol for alot of young souls for many years. She has been a positive influence on African American girls. She has done good by helping with the Halo awards. They award kids who do good in their community. She starred in the movie "Dream Girls" which was about some black women who shook up the music industry in the early 60's. We truely believe she is a symbol of strong black women.
I would like to nominater Martin Luther King Jr. cause withouth his "I have a dream" speech the goverment wouldnt have looked over the segregation laws on Schools and other places where Black people were not allowed and without him he would have never written "I have a dream" speech
martin Luther king Jr. because he is really cool and i wish he was still alive. it would be really cool to meet him.
i think that martin Luther king is a famous person.
i value the contribtions of black month the best of black month is that
you and ohter news are puting on the news
I Think that Dr.Martin Luther King should be nominated for black history month because he is a very intelligent man who stood for his beliefs and did not believe in racism. Also he played a big role in stoping racism so that why i think he should be nominated
"I have a dream" Martin luther KIng JR started. His dream was to see everybody equally. Why just pick one or to heros, when you can recognize them in a whole. They all did great things in history. So why leave them out. We remember every african-american hero that has done our country well and many more to come.
Martin Luther King Jr. He had a key role in the civil rights movement
i value that black history month martin luther king jr is my heroe because he was the wone ho stop slavre.
i would like to nominate Martin Luther King Jr. i think that he was the best person out there. he i wish that he could have lived to his full length. maybe the world would be better with him still around. 🙂
Martin Luther King Jr. would get my nomination. He was the greatest leader who led boycotts and helped to stop segregation. He also died for what he believed in. In memory of the greatest leader... Martin Luther King Jr.
I would nominate more than one person: President Obama, Michelle Obama, and Oprah.
If it were to be measured in effort I would say Frederick Douglas.
i like martin luther king Jr. because...
HE HAD A DREAM!
I would have to say I would choose Wilma Rodolf, because she was an historic black woman who went to TSU and broke world records.
i would have to say martin Luther king because i think what he did he should have not had to die just because of what he stood up of
I love MLK because of what he did for African Americans. My sister has a friend who is African American. If MLK had not protested, they would not be friends. He achieved something most people think would be impossible. For all the trials he went through, he still pushed forward. Martin Luther King Jr. is an amazing person.
I value George Washington Carver since he created a thing I can't live without.......Peanut Butter!!!!
I would nominate Ophra becuase she has helped so many people. She has also built a school in Africa for girls. She has given so much and she doesn take anything for granted
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he is so inspiring. His speeches is so powerful and persuasive.
Rosa Parks played a huge roll in what she did. She definitly had a lot of guts to stand up for her self and be treated fairly. I would do the same thing if i was in her position. She is a hero for all of us!
I choose Martin Luther King Jr. because, he is the one who stared the Civil Rights Movement. If It weren't for Martin, everyone would be judged by what they looked like. There's a saying that says "don't judge a book by it's cover". That applies to everyone. People are people, no matter what they look like or how they act.
I think the African American who inspired me the most is Louis Armstrong. He is in my opinion the greatest trumpeter. He inspired so many people with his Jazz music. He was born into a poor family and a paperboy, but that did not stop him from going after what he wanted and making his dreams come true. That is why Louis Armstrong is my hero because he went after what the wanted aside from his family being poor.
I think Harriet Tubman contributed alot to black history because she helped alot of slaves get to freedom on the underground railroad.
I would nominate Rosa Parks because not only did she stand up for what she believed in she didn't care if she was thrown in jail or not.
I would like to nominate Jackie Robinson because he was the first colored baseball player. He is a ledgend.
I would like to nominate Harriet Tubman for building the under ground railroad and letting free about 20,000 black slaves shes really important for black history month
My black history month hero is Barak Obama and his wife Michelle Obama because they are the best and I always see Michelle on Disney Channel. Barak is a good guy because he did the right thing by stepping down for his life.
I think my Black History Month hero would be John Brown. I love the fact that despite his color, Brown rose up to try and gain rights for his people who were the slaves in America. Who would have the guts to do that?
Nelson Mandela because he ended apartheid in South Africa and became the first African American president of that nation.
A great part in the Civil Rights Movement was, Rosa Parks. Rosa Parks stood up for herself and all other blacks.
If there was a Black Histoy Month Hall of Fame, I would nominate Rosa Parks for being so brave on the bus, I mean sitting with a whole bunch of people that were a different skin color then you, and you're the only there... that was AMAZING!!!!! Also I would say that Martin Luther King Jr. deserves a spot on in the Hall of Fame. "I have a dream..." well, so do I, my dream is that one day maybe we can all live in peace and that there won't be any more wars...
Totally my hero is Jackie Robinson who played for the Brooklyn Dodgers because my favorite sport is baseball and he was the first African American to set foot on a major leauge baseball field and proved that anyone can do anything
martin luther king jr he did the right thing
The most important people are the ordinary ones. Many heroes of history will never be recognized. People whose names we don't know- people who stood up for what they believed in, black, white, red, or yellow, and contributed to black history in some small way- deserve to be remembered.
Michael Jacson was a great part in the "We Are the World" music video. He raised over 10 million dollars and that went to a great cause!!!
Martion Luther King Jr. because he helped with most of or freedoms. i love his i have a dream speech.
I think that people should recognize people like Thurgood Marshall, who dedicate there lives to help people who are hurting
Since Im a Ga girl I would have to say MARTIN LUTHER! He did the best he could and went through VERY HARD times.........
I would have to say Nelson Mandela. He protested for equality in his country and was sentenced to life in prison on accusations of political treason but when he was released 27 years later, he was able to bring democracy to South Africa and released it from the racist apartheid regime it had been under for 46 years. He led South Africa to its first ever democratic presidential election! That is certainly something to celebrate and remember.
I would recommend all the slaves and racial equality activists in American history who stayed determined and attempted to bring themselves to a level similar to whites. Of course, MLK Jr., Rosa Parks, Malcolm X, etc. were important–but these important people served as catalysts. To actually make a change, you need the much larger enzymes. That's the people.
I would like to nominate Thurgood Marshall. I feel that he was influential in many important decisions in US history.
I admire harriet tub man wsho made the under ground railroad with all the run away slaves.
I think that Ruby Bridges is worthy of a nod because she was only 5 years old when she attended an all-white school. She was a part of the desegregation of the South, and for a little girl she certainly had to be brave.
I would definatly nominate Bill Russell. Bill Russell played on the Boston Celtics and Coached many other teams. He is unforgetable. He is my great Uncle by marrige, He has accomplished so much that amazes me!
I will have to honestly say that my favorite black hero would have to be Martin Luther King because he died for what he believed, inspiring many people to also fight for their beliefs. I believe it took great bravery for 1 man to stand against a world full of racisim to try & bring people together to live in a world free of hate.
My hero would be..............Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I mean look at what he has done! It seems pretty amazing to me. He is almost like a chain link. Think about it. He made many many speeches, arguments, and delt with marches too! And he also even lead that to the the whole Rosa Parks situation. I think that if he was still alive today, he would STILL move us the same way he did.
I admire Nelson Mandela for his courage, strength and skills. I would definitely choose him because he really helped his country get what black people at the time most wanted, freedom. I also think that he was a great man in many ways and that he still fought for equal rights, even if it meant going to jail.
I think Mrtin Luther King Jr. Because he was a GREAT leader of African-American people and I respect him
I think a great part in the Civil Rights Movement was, Rosa Parks. Rosa Parks stood up for herself and all other blacks. Even though she got arrested, people still loved her. From the time she got arrested to about a year after, they walked for her!!
Oprah Winfrey, she became the queen of talk show and because of the great sympathy, everyone who talk with her or listen her word become very comfortable. Also, she overcame many of the pains like segregation and underprivileged childhood.
I think my black history month hero would be Morgan Freeman. He is an actor with an impressive array of talents. I love how he is always donating and helping charaties around the world.
Martin Luther King Jr.
I'm a Japanese high school student. He is one of the most famous African-American in Japan. We can see his feat in not only a textbook of the History but also the English. So we learn English with his speech "I HAVE A DREAM". I was so moved by him.
BLACK HISRTOY MONTH IS THE DAY OF REMEMBERINCE AND MOST OF THE THINGS WE BEEN THROUGH.IF IT WASNT FOR THE ANCESTORS WE WOULD HAVE NOT BEEN HERE TODAY ON THIS EARTH.SO LET US ALL BE SURE AND BE SURE OF OUR FAMILY.
I think one person can't represent the African-American history. I think all the people represent the society
Martin Luther King Jr. because he saved ua all from segregation. If he did not stand up for the right thing we would still be a non-peaceful nation and blacks would still be mistreated.
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he made peace between the blacks and the whites. He was a peace maker and made big chang in history because if it wasn't for him there still would be different schools, areas in resterants, etc.
I would like to nominate Barack Obama because even being on the ballot for president is taking the final step to total freedom. Nelson Mandela said that we had already had the freedom to be free since the1960s, but to truly be free means you must live your life in a way that enhances the freedom of others, I could not think of a more pivotal moment in history to call the "final step"
martin luther king jr. all the way hes my black history hero (awsome)
my black history month hero is muhhamad ali. hes is an great role. modle. and he fights the power
the best black history hero i think it was Dr.Martin Luther King jr. he was the best and a good man to all citizens in the world he worked hard and was really brave to tell his speech to everyone
marther luther king j.r because he did the right thing and went toward what he belived.
I can't pick only one person. So many people have done amazing things and to pick a single person is hard.
i say Harriet tubman. she fought for her rights and saved a lot of slaves taking them to the north. she would have seemed like a super hero to the slaves.
Rosa Parks because she was one woman who stood up for her rights, showing the world no matter if your woman or man, black or white, you have equal rights as everybody else
I think Oprah Winfrey
MY BLACK HISTORY MONTH HERO IS WARRECK DUNN BECAUSE HE HAS DONE SO MUCH FOR HIS COMMUNITY. I WOULD LIKE TO NOMMINATE HIM
I cant really choose one. They all have done soo much for us. And I am white, so thats sayin somethin. (NOT racist!) I beleive that they all deserve to be acknowlegded! Thank You to all the African American/blacks that have done soo much!
My african american hero isDr.Martin Luther Kg Jr because he helped people to become less racial and appreciate others for who they are. It is important to look past what people look like and know them as they realy are.
I dedicate this month to Harriett Tubman. She not only led all those slaves to their freedom, but she also inspired the world to be what it is today.
I really like how Michelle Obama is inspiring kids to eat healthy so kudos to you Michelle and keep up the hard work.
I would say MLK because he changed segregation between blacks and whites hearts forever!
Barrack Obama is definitely my hero, because he has proven that African Americans can rise up from racism and do something amazing.
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he showed us that anything is possible, he never gave up and helped bring equality to our nation.
Martin Luther King Jr. because he did things which no one doing. and I'm respect him.
I nominate dr. Martin Luther King jr.because he tryed to do the right thing and he did it in a nice way, because if I was the president of the U.S I would have said everyone no matter color should like each other.
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he has opened the eyes of most of us. He made a giant impact on the way African Americans and Americans got along. Go MLK Jr.!
I picked Obama because he is important-he became the 1st black person in the U.S.A.Well of course Martin Luther King stopped segregation, but someone else would have done it .I would say Obama and Martin Luther King would be on my #1list.
Obama is my hero because he mad it as presdent thats why he is my hero and he is black .good=Not judging by skin color
Bad=judging by skin color
I believe that all blacks should be accountered for because they all do or did FANTASTIC things for our country:)
I would like to nominate Rosa parks for standing strong and not giving up her seat to someone else. This made a big impact on other African Americans.
Booker T. Washington,educator and reformer, first president and principal developer of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute (now Tuskegee University), and the most influential spokesman for black Americans between 1895 and 1915.
I would add Martin Luther King Jr for his breath taking speaches and how he changed the lives of many generations to come.
If there is anyone I could think of to be in a hall of fame, it would be Barack Obama. He inspired me to not give up since I come from a hispanic family. He is and always will be my inspirer
I would like to nominate Michael Jordan because he is the most respected Black athlete not only in the US, but all over the world. Many young people find their role model through sports. In this regard, Michael Jordan taught them how to behave in a way they are respected.
In commemoration of Black History Month, Americans of all races should honor the achievements of African-American servicemen and women, especially those who gave up their lives in service to their country. We can do this by making sure the Government begins to spend a sufficient amount of money to recover the remains of our missing in action, many of whom were African-Americans, such as the following 29 MIA Tuskegee Airmen of World War II (whose stories were documented not long ago in a series of articles in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch): Lt. Albert L. Young, F/O Carl J. Woods, Lt. William F. Williams Jr., Lt.Sherman H. White Jr., Lt. James R. Polkinghorne, F/O Leland H. Pennington, Lt. Andrew D. Marshall, Captain Andrew Maples Jr., Lt. Oscar D. Hutton Jr., Lt. Wellington G. Irving, Lt. Fred L. Brewer Jr., Lt. John H. Chavis, Capt. Alfonza W. Davis, Capt. Lawrence E. Dickson, Lt. Maurice V. Esters, Lt. Samuel J. Foreman, Lt. Frederick D. Funderburg Jr., Lt. Samuel Jefferson, Lt. Charles B. Johnson, 2nd Lt. James L. McCullin, Capt. Robert B. Tresville, 2nd Lt. Elton H. Nightingale, Lt. George T. McCrumby, 2nd Lt. Thomas C. Street, 1st Lt. Langdon E. Johnson, 2nd Lt. Ferrier H. White, 2nd Lt. Harry J. Daniels, 1st Lt. John H. Prowell, and Lt. Samuel G. Leftenant. Please support substantially increased funding for location and recovery of the remains of our heroic missing Tuskegee Airmen, and all the other missing soldiers, sailors, and airmen of all ethnicities. Their sacrifice and their families deserve nothing less.
Rosa Parks. She was visionary. She stood up for rights she didn't even have yet.
Barack Obama is my black hero because inferiority into chance so he became the first black president in US. He encouraged many people, and still he's doing really good job about US. Even his parents divorced, even he was black, even he grew in a unsafe family, he never gave up. He gave the message 'Everything is possible' to many people. Therefore, I think Barack Obama is my black history month hero
I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. for the black history month hall of fame because he stood up for the rights of African American people, and did so peacefully. He also gave many speeches and non-violent protests because he believed that blacks should have equal rights as whites. He died trying to give blacks the same rights as whites, that's why I would nominate Martin Luther King Jr. for the black history month hall of fame.
I think Obama is the best because he's the first black president of US
i think that Ruby Bridges should be nominated. Ruby is a smart caring woman, who stood up against segregation, witch makes her a stron tough woman who deserves that title.
My class has many heroes. We admire Michael Jackson, Michael Jordan, and Garrett Morgan
i would like to nominate rosa parks because she refused to give up her seat for a white man. She had to have courage to not give him her seat because she had to know all of the punishments.
A lot of people say Martin Luther King, and other civil rights leaders, but there are other great African American people, such as Booker T. Washington. Booker T. Washington was the dominant figure in the African American community in the United States from 1890 to 1915. He was a representative of the last generation of black leaders born in slavery, and he spoke on behalf of blacks living in the South. Mr. Washington also helped create the Tuskegee Institute for black students.
I would nominate Maya Angelou because i feel she made huge contributions to our history. Not only did she have to fight racism, but she also battled sexist ideals. However, she managed to push through and still become once of the most notable poets in history.
I would nominate Roasa Parks because she stude up for herself by not giving up her seat on the bus. I think she would be one of the best nomamies for a blak hisotry month wall of fame.
I would nominate Rosa Parks because if she never refused to give up her seat on the bus we never would have had the start of the protesting. I also think that Martin Luther King Jr. had a major part in getting rid of prejudice. If he never stepped up and tried for what he believed in, the world would be the same as it was in the 40's and 50's.
I would nominate MLK for his courageous act against injustice and segregation. Without him African Americans and latinos alike would be enslaved by whites
Lincoln for fighting against his own country to free the slaves
I think that black history month is very important because it shows how important black people can be! I very much value the contributes of Martin Luther King because when I look at a black person, I realize that if Martin Luther King didn't make that speech, we might still be beating up the blacks!
Harriet Tubman was going to escape by herself, but she went back to get the others. I admire her for her kindness and bravery.
Maya Angelou is my role model and hero. She had a hard life as a child, yet still worked towards her dreams to become an amazing singer, writer, actress, and even a civil-rights activist. May Maya always be remembered for her achievements in the world.
I would definitely nominate Martin Luther King Jr. Why? well because Martin Luther King was a wonderful person and plus if you go up to ten different people and ask them the first thing that comes to mind when you say black history month 5/10 of them are most likely going to say Martin Luther King Jr.
Abraham Lincoln because he set slaves free all across America!
Aside from the obvious nominations, I'd nominate James Brown, the 'Hardest Working Man in Show Business'. He's the Godfather of Soul. He revolutionized the entertainment industry with his funky tunes and smooth moves. Seven decades of funk. He was a man among men.
Oprah Winfrey, because she's the best talk show host ever! In all seriousness though, Oprah has gave away a lot of money to charity;started a school in Africa;etc. Overall she's a very generous person.
I nominate Salem Poor, an African American solider who fought in the Patriot Army during the American Revolution because he believed in Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness for all people in America, and helped win our nation's freedom.
I would nominate Garrett Morgan because of his contributions of the traffic light and gas mask. Without him, many people would have been dead daily on our roads.
Martin Luther KIng Jr. is my hero, he gave black's the right to share with people that where white,he also gave Freedom of Speach.
I believe thatMuhamad Ali is a true inspiration. He keeps going and never gives up no matter how big the challenge is. Muhammad Ali is truely the greatest of all time.
Obama is my hero just because i remember when people said we would never have an African American as President. But Obama fought and won to become the first African American President.
I feel that Muhammad Ali, the famous boxer, is an inspiration to people everywhere. He never gives up and keeps on going, no matter how big the challenge. Something we all need to do today.
Harriett Tubman is my hereo because of everything she did during the civil war. She fought for her rights as an African American. She had escaped the slavery and she was brave enough that she went back to get more slaves. She save so many slaves. She not only led all those slaves to freedom but she also inspired the world to be the way it is today.
My black history month hero is Nelson Mondela because he to me is very strong he makes me believe we can do what we put our minds and hearts to. You have to believe to achieve! 🙂 🙂 🙂
Rosa Parks is my hero because I think she was so confident to refuse to get up off the seat for the white man... Even though she was arrested.
I want to nominate Rosa Parks because even though she was arrested for not letting the White man sit in her seat, she remained strong. It takes a lot of courage to do that. I also want to nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he, like Rosa Parks, believed that Black people should be equal to White people, and like them both, I agree.
I would put Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. because of hi bravery in showing that race is not a big difference.
I would like to point out that all the African Americans that went down in history are ment to be celebrated for their achivements because all odds were put against them just for their skin color, but the ones I would really like to point out is Harriet Tubman for her bravery during slavery, Martin Luther King Jr. for his act on civil rights, Obama for being the first African American president, and Michael Jackson for being the African American KIng of Pop.
I think Martin Luther King is a great inspiration. He fought and died for what he believed in. You really should, if you could, get an award for that.
My black hero would be Martin Luther King Jr. The reason why is because he changed all of our lives so we can be together like black and white.
My black history month heroe is Barack Obama because he always tries to help us in any possible way he can. I think he is a great president at times. I appreciate all he does for our country and others!
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definantly Abe Lincon! he helped set slaves free in amarica! An increadably hard task for 1 man!!! GO ABE!!!
Yes I would, a girl is a human being just like a boy so there is no difference
I would have to pick president obama because no matter what people do or say he will shake it off and go with his gut
Barack Obama is my black history hero because I always dreamed of a black President.
My hero would be Langston Hughes because of his beautiful, inspiring and motivating poetry, mostly about the Harlem Renaissance. His poetry is absolutely dreamy and was even turned into a song called "I Dream A world." His poetry is really inspiring and uplifting which is why I look up to him.
my black history month hero is martin luther king due to him being such a true freind and hero to all blacks and america.
I have many African heroes but these are a few of them Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, Oprah Winfrey. Only because these people changed people lives, making a huge impact on lives.:)
My hero is Jackie Robinson, because he was the first black athlete in the MLB.
My black history month hero is Rosa Parks. Rosa stood up for everything she believed in. She makes me believe we can do what we put our minds and hearts to.
I think the whole Obama family should because they have proved that the racial segragation is over. A new age is born and Martin Luther King would have been very proud of our progress. African Americans have finally made it to the White House! 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
I would nominate George Washington Carver because he is the person who brought what we have today the peanut.
Martin Luther King, jr because he was a great civil rights movement activist.
I thionk it was michael jackson he was the king of pop. He was unique and wrote a lot of songs. ohhhhhh 🙂
I nominate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. because he really changed a lot from the time when black and white was a major issue and it still is an issue but not nearly as big as back then and i thank him for that . He had a dream to change things and he did.
michael jackson because he changed for ever llke his Video for Thiller and the moon walk during Billie Jean
i would like to nominate Martin Luther King Jr. if it wasn't for him black people wouldn't be equal and alot of us would lose many friends who are dear to us.
george whashington carver. he made PEANUT BUTTER
Maritin Luther King! I would nominate him, because, as everyone knows, he not only protested, but he had the wisdom and will-power not to do it violently, keeping in mind people like Ghandi, which, I believe, was an amazing feat. Without him, we might not be the great U.S.A. that we are today: we still have many problems, but we're farther ahead than we were.
I would nomonate Ray Charles because he cold do so much even while he's blind. He's amazing!!
My hero is Rosa Parks she was veary honest and did'nt stop what she started she was alaso veary brave to do what she did.
I would like to nominate Martin Luther King Jr. because he lead the civil rights movement and he gave us freedom.
I nominate Abraham Lincoln. He freed the slaves with the emancipation proclamation. He is not black, yet he made history for blacks all over the nation. He started chain reaction against segregation. He is my MOST FAVORITE PRESIDENT.
I don't think that I could choose because of two particular men who inspire me to do what I do everyday would have to be these to men: Ray Charles who proves no matter what condition you are in you can do whatever you put your mind to if you really want it bad enough, and my second choice would be George Washington Caver because he always had goals set that may have seemed so far away at one time but then when they were accomplished it was like that was really easy and then he would set off on to the next goal also no matter who said what to him about how he could not do this or that it just seemed to make him even more determined then before. These 2 should definitely be in the hall of fame for Black history.
I think Martin Luther King Jr because he stop black and whites from hating each other. Now black and white get along and black people can go in white people store and white can go in a black people store and he lead the march in Alamba.
I would like to nominate George Washington Carver because he made more than 300 products with peanuts including peanut butter, shampoo , face-cream , and much more! We still use most of these products today! If it wasn't for him, we might have still been lost today!
I would nominate Oprah because she is a very caring woman and she is also helpful. Thank you
i would have to say Tyler Perry because he is a good example of rags to riches and his movies had moved people throughout the world ......he is a very good character that i think everyone can look up to ..not to mention he is hilarious
I think that Barack Obama should be nominated because he was the first black president of the United States.
I would nominate all of those who fought for their rights during segregation. They deserve to be acknowledged, to be recognized for what they have done in order for their descendants to live freely.
i would nominate Muhammed Ali because Author/boxer/activist/Olympian, transcended sorts to become the most recognizable athlete ever. Stood up to the U.S. government when he refused induction to the military. Ali explained his reasoning saying: " Those Vietnamese never called me nigger, I ain't got nothing against them." Although his social stands became legendary, his athletic exploits were just as noteworthy. Ali won the heavyweight title an unprecedented three times and was the most colorful and graceful big man ever to engage in fisticuffs. Changed the face of the payment scale for athletes forever. Lit the Olympic Flame in the world's biggest sporting venue at the '96 Games in Atlanta.
Jackie Robinson was baseball pioneer, swallowed his tremendous pride and absorbed untold mental and verbal abuse in successfully breaking the color barrier in professional baseball in '45. One of the greatest all-around athletes ever, he led the nation in rushing one year and was the leading conference basketball scorer, all while attending UCLA. Robinson changed the face of American sports forever and proved that Blacks did have the necessities to compete at any level of sport and life.
my hero is rosa parks
Harriet Tubman because she freed thousands of slaves, men, women, young, and old. She is an exeptional woman! 🙂
i would like to nominate barack hussien obaba. our current great president. he is amazing. he has made our country a better place again. best president EVER.
Somebody that I admire most for Black History Month,would be Jackie Robinson. Because he was the 1st African American to play in the MLB. Which changed the world of sports & the way of life for blacks. If it wasn't for Jackie Robinson then there wouldn't be any Barry Bonds, Willie Mays, Ken Griiffey Jr. , & C.C. Sabathia. I think he's more important than MLK & Obama, because he was doing his thing way before them. Jackie Robinson went through a lot because he was criticized, rejected, & unliked by the whites. Props to Jackie Robinson!!
i would choose Tyler Perry because he is a good example of rags to riches and his movies moved everyone who have got a chance to see it ...he is a great rolemodel and is hilarious
I would nominate Louis Armstrong and Wynton Marsalis because they are two of my favorite trumpet players and two of the best trumpet players.