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  1. Spotlight on Union County: Pictures from readers of the Suburban News for Feb. 13-17, 2012
    NJ.com logo NJ.com 9 hours ago
    Spotlight on Union County: Pictures from readers of the Suburban News for Feb. 13-17, 2012

    The presentation included choral music, collages, and original poetry recited by the students who wrote it. The evening celebration was highlighted by the magnificent oration of Madeline Barry as Maya Angelou, and Alfred Mohammed and Jamelle Kusi as...

  2. Architect charged with death of LA firefighter
    The Bellingham Herald logo The Bellingham Herald 9 hours ago

    16 last year. Five others were injured in the blaze. Becker was arrested when he flew from Spain to Los Angeles on Saturday. He remains jailed. Fire officials say a blaze in a north Philadelphia row home injured seven people, including three...

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    U.S. first lady Michelle Obama applauds BET honoree, author Maya Angelou, as Willow Smith holds her award at the BET Awards in Washington January 14, 2012.

    U.S. first lady Michelle Obama applauds BET honoree, author Maya Angelou, as Willow Smith holds her award at the BET Awards in Washington January 14, 2012. View Photo »

  4. If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.
    – Maya Angelou SOURCE: Redding.com 2 months ago
  5. Architect charged with death of LA firefighter
    Fresno Bee logo Fresno Bee 10 hours ago

    Woman arrested for allegedly impersonating officer A woman wearing a dark blue outfit and claiming to be a police officer has been arrested in Pasadena for impersonating a law enforcement officer. Author and activist Maya Angelou hopes for a time when...

  6. Maya Angelou: 'Barack Obama has done a remarkable job'
    Guardian Unlimited logo Guardian Unlimited 10 hours ago
    Maya Angelou.

    Think of the literature fashioned from a harsh and tragic upbringing in racially segregated Missouri and Arkansas: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings; Wouldn't Take Nothing for my Journey Now. Think of her triumphs articulating the struggle of African...

  7. Maya Angelou Hosting Black History Month Special
    Black America Web logo Black America Web 20 hours ago
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    Angelou is, without a doubt, one of the nation's most revered authors. Her poems, memoirs and other creative projects over her six-decade career have cemented her place as the preeminent woman of letters still living. In 1993, she read her poem, "On the...

  8. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 1 month ago
    First Lady Michelle Obama (L) assists BET honouree author Maya Angelou at the BET Honors in Washington January 14, 2012.

    First Lady Michelle Obama (L) assists BET honouree author Maya Angelou at the BET Honors in Washington January 14, 2012. View Photo »

  9. I would listen to her speak and be awed by her intellect, her insight and her clarity. That is the Maya Angelou I first came to know. Maya the writer and historian, Maya the activist and actress, Maya who enchants and enlightens and challenges us with the power of her words
    – Michelle Obama SOURCE: Glam Media Network 1 month ago
  10. Maya Angelou 1993 Bill Clinton Inauguration
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  11. Raheem DeVaughn – Destination: LoveLand EP
    The Smoking Section logo The Smoking Section 1 day ago

    Lucky for you, the R&B Neo-Soul Hippie Rockstar, Raheem Devaughn has got you covered with his brand new EP,. Hosted by Snoop Dogg, who once said “bitches ain’t shit but hoes and tricks,” but now stars in Charlie Wilson videos with his high school...

  12. A Smile That Hopefully Some Day Will be for Everyone
    Tuscon Citizen logo Tuscon Citizen 1 day ago

    Governor Brewer, I look at a photo of you flashing such a sunny smile and I can’t help but think of a song Maya Angelou sings: “When it looked like the sun wouldn’t shine anymore, God Put a rainbow in the clouds.” With that smile of yours you could...

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About Maya Angelou

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Maya Angelou (IPA: /ˈmaɪə ˈændʒəloʊ/), (born Marguerite Ann Johnson on April 4, 1928), is an American poet, playwright, memoirist, actress, author, producer and an important figure in the American Civil Rights Movement. She has been called "America's most visible black female autobiographer". Angelou is known for her series of six... Full Article

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WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 14: Michelle Obama and Maya Angelou speak during the BET Honors 2012 at the Warner Theatre on January 14, 2012 in Washington, DC.
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  1. WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 14: Michelle Obama and Maya Angelou speak during the BET Honors 2012 at the Warner Theatre on January 14, 2012 in Washington, DC. Getty Images logo Getty Images 1 month ago

    WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 14: Michelle Obama and Maya Angelou speak during the BET Honors 2012 at the Warner Theatre on January 14, 2012 in Washington, DC.

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  2. BET honoree Maya Angelou speaks after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    BET honoree Maya Angelou speaks after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

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  3. U.S. first lady Michelle Obama applauds BET honoree, author Maya Angelou, as Willow Smith holds her award at the BET Awards in Washington January 14, 2012. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 1 month ago

    U.S. first lady Michelle Obama applauds BET honoree, author Maya Angelou, as Willow Smith holds her award at the BET Awards in Washington January 14, 2012.

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  4. First Lady Michelle Obama (L) assists BET honouree author Maya Angelou at the BET Honors in Washington January 14, 2012. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 1 month ago

    First Lady Michelle Obama (L) assists BET honouree author Maya Angelou at the BET Honors in Washington January 14, 2012.

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  5. First Lady Michelle Obama (L) stands by BET honoree author Maya Angelou at the BET Honors in Washington January 14, 2012. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 1 month ago

    First Lady Michelle Obama (L) stands by BET honoree author Maya Angelou at the BET Honors in Washington January 14, 2012.

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  6. FILE - In this Jan. 14, 2012, file photo, Maya Angelou speaks after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors at the Warner Theatre in Washington. Angelou hopes for a time when Black History Month will no longer be needed to explain the contributions of African-Americans... AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    FILE - In this Jan. 14, 2012, file photo, Maya Angelou speaks after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors at the Warner Theatre in Washington. Angelou hopes for a time when Black History Month will no longer be needed to explain the contributions of African-Americans...

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  7. First lady Michelle Obama listens while BET honoree Maya Angelou speaks during the BET Honors after receiving the Literary Arts Award, at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    First lady Michelle Obama listens while BET honoree Maya Angelou speaks during the BET Honors after receiving the Literary Arts Award, at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

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  8. First lady Michelle Obama introduces BET honoree Maya Angelou during the BET Honors at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    First lady Michelle Obama introduces BET honoree Maya Angelou during the BET Honors at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

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  9. First lady Michelle Obama applauds to BET honoree poet Maya Angelou after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors, at right Willow Smith looks on at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    First lady Michelle Obama applauds to BET honoree poet Maya Angelou after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors, at right Willow Smith looks on at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

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  10. First lady Michelle Obama helps BET honoree poet Maya Angelou stand after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors, at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

    First lady Michelle Obama helps BET honoree poet Maya Angelou stand after receiving the Literary Arts Award during the BET Honors, at the Warner Theatre in Washington on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

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  11. CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: Maya Angelou attends Surprise Oprah! A Farewell Spectacular at the United Center on May 17, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Getty Images logo Getty Images 9 months ago

    CHICAGO, IL - MAY 17: Maya Angelou attends Surprise Oprah! A Farewell Spectacular at the United Center on May 17, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois.

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  12. Maya Angelou, left, and Oprah Winfrey share laughs during a star-studded double-taping of "Surprise Oprah! A Farewell Spectacular," Tuesday, May 17, 2011, in Chicago. "The Oprah Winfrey Show" is ending its run May 25, after 25 years, and millions of her fans around the globe are waiting... AP Photo logo AP Photo 9 months ago

    Maya Angelou, left, and Oprah Winfrey share laughs during a star-studded double-taping of "Surprise Oprah! A Farewell Spectacular," Tuesday, May 17, 2011, in Chicago. "The Oprah Winfrey Show" is ending its run May 25, after 25 years, and millions of her fans around the globe are waiting...

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  13. CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 16: Dr. Maya Angelou attends the 2011 Common Ground Foundation gala fundraiser at the Intercontinental Hotel on April 16, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. Getty Images logo Getty Images 10 months ago

    CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 16: Dr. Maya Angelou attends the 2011 Common Ground Foundation gala fundraiser at the Intercontinental Hotel on April 16, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois.

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  14. Talk show host Oprah Winfrey is shown with Dr. Maya Angelou on the episode of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" that originally aired on April 4, 2002 in this publicity photograph released to Reuters on May 24,2011. The finale of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' will be telecast May 25. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 8 months ago

    Talk show host Oprah Winfrey is shown with Dr. Maya Angelou on the episode of "The Oprah Winfrey Show" that originally aired on April 4, 2002 in this publicity photograph released to Reuters on May 24,2011. The finale of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show' will be telecast May 25.

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  15. Oprah Winfrey (R) laughs with poet Maya Angelou during the taping of "Oprah's Surprise Spectacular" in Chicago May 17, 2011. Winfrey kicked off one of her last-ever national talk shows on Tuesday with hugs from Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise and Madonna in a packed Chicago arena. Reuters Pictures logo Reuters Pictures 9 months ago

    Oprah Winfrey (R) laughs with poet Maya Angelou during the taping of "Oprah's Surprise Spectacular" in Chicago May 17, 2011. Winfrey kicked off one of her last-ever national talk shows on Tuesday with hugs from Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise and Madonna in a packed Chicago arena.

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  16. An inscription is seen on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, in this photo taken Monday, Aug. 22, 2011. Poet and author Maya Angelou is taking issue with a paraphrased quotation from Martin Luther King Jr. inscribed in his new memorial in Washington, saying the... AP Photo logo AP Photo 5 months ago

    An inscription is seen on the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in Washington, in this photo taken Monday, Aug. 22, 2011. Poet and author Maya Angelou is taking issue with a paraphrased quotation from Martin Luther King Jr. inscribed in his new memorial in Washington, saying the...

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  1. If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude.
    – Maya Angelou SOURCE: Redding.com 2 months ago
  2. I would listen to her speak and be awed by her intellect, her insight and her clarity. That is the Maya Angelou I first came to know. Maya the writer and historian, Maya the activist and actress, Maya who enchants and enlightens and challenges us with the power of her words
    – Michelle Obama SOURCE: Glam Media Network 1 month ago
  3. There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
    – Maya Angelou SOURCE: AARP The Magazine 2 months ago
  4. Her lyrics are simple and contemplative, but never feel simplistic, and like her work with The Swell Season, it all feels almost painfully sincere. It’s the kind of music one can curl up and hide in, to paraphrase Maya Angelou
    SOURCE: The Vinyl District 2 months ago
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