Sam Cooke, born January 22, 1931, changed music and culture forever. He was more than a voice — he was a pioneer who fought for Black ownership and artistic freedom. His legacy lives through timeless music and the message of A Change Is Gonna Come. This is Blacks In history. • • • • • #

Barbara Jordan was born January 21, 1936, and became the first Black woman from the South elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. Her powerful voice helped shape American democracy during one of the nation’s most critical moments. She stood firmly for civil rights, voting rights, and consti