A Reason for Optimism: BHM 100*: Meet Robert Smalls, who Escaped Slavery by Commandeering a Confederate Boat, Captained That Same Boat for the Union Navy, and Became the 1st African-American Elected to U.S. Congress | Proof That Change Is Possible
Why this story matters: In a time when pessimism is easy, this story provides a grounded reason for optimism. Quick summary: This story highlights …