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Newsdepth - Black History Month
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February is Black History Month, a time to reflect on the achievements of African Americans throughout history. We start this week by looking at the life of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, known as the father of Black History. Woodson was prominent in starting Black History Month, which began as a week honoring Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln in 1926.

The Dance Theater of Harlem and its founder, Arthur Mitchell, were honored at the White House Monday night. Mitchell co-founded the school in 1969.

President Bush sent his budget plan to Congress on Monday for its approval, a total of $2.77 trillion.

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February 10, 2006