"I've learned the importance of being informed, the responsibility as well as the privilege that comes with being a journalist."

Charlayne Hunter-Gault (1942)
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About Charlayne Hunter-Gault

Charlayne Hunter-Gault is an American journalist and author known for her work in the field of civil rights and social justice. She made history as one of the first two African-American students to enroll in the University of Georgia in 1961, overcoming significant racial barriers. Throughout her career, Hunter-Gault worked for prominent news outlets such as The New Yorker, NPR, PBS, and CNN, receiving numerous awards for her impactful reporting on issues of race, politics, and international affairs.

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