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Activism: James Earl Jones Reads Frederick Douglass’ “What To The Slave Is 4th Of July?” Speech (Video)

Yeah. Here are some real ‘fireworks’ for the 4th for y’all. The historic, convicting words of Abolitionist Frederick Douglass; brought to life by living legend James Earl Jones.

In a Fourth of July holiday special, we hear the words of Frederick Douglass. Born into slavery around 1818, Douglass became a key leader of the abolitionist movement. On July 5, 1852, in Rochester, New York, he gave one of his most famous speeches, “The Meaning of July Fourth for the Negro.” He was addressing the Rochester Ladies Antislavery Society. This is actor James Earl Jones reading the speech during a performance of historian Howard Zinn’s acclaimed book, “Voices of a People’s History of the United States.” He was introduced by Zinn.
– Democracy Now!

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Disney’s “The Lion King” Opens In Theaters July 19, 2019 (Trailer)

Don’t worry “Lion King” faithful. Jon Favreau knows that y’all shed real tears of sorrow and joy at the animated epic. He will not let you down with the remake. Look at the cast. Look at the high-quality CGI. Hear the music and dialogue. Check out the A-List casting.

Your memories will be honored and celebrated. This trailer promises that!

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Comedy: James Earl Jones Recites Justin Bieber’s ‘Baby Baby’ Lyrics (Video)


Legendary actor James Earl Jones is equally lauded for his voice as much as his acting. I mean hell….He’s also the voice of CNN. He was a guest on the Gayle King show on Oprah’s OWN Network when they asked him to recite some Justin Bieber lyrics. This is hilarious! Hahaaa! I wouldn’t want to recite those lyrics either…..

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