
Assata Shakur, Icon of Black Liberation, Passes Away at 78 in Cuba
Assata Shakur, a prominent Black liberation activist and fugitive since 1979, has died at 78 in Cuba. Her life sparked significant discussions about race, justice, and political asylum. Known for her controversial past, including a conviction for killing a police officer, Shakur became a symbol of resistance. Her death marks the end of an era and highlights ongoing debates surrounding her legacy and the broader civil rights movement.

Assata Shakur, Icon of Black Liberation, Passes Away at 78 in Cuba
Assata Shakur, a prominent Black liberation activist and fugitive since 1979, has died at 78 in Cuba. Her life sparked significant discussions about race, justice, and political asylum. Known for her controversial past, including a conviction for killing a police officer, Shakur became a symbol of resistance. Her death marks the end of an era and highlights ongoing debates surrounding her legacy and the broader civil rights movement.
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