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Shmanners: Mary Ellen Pleasant

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Hello Internet! This week’s episode is all about MARY ELLEN PLEASANT! She is an amazing historical figure you might not have ever heard of. She was an entrepreneur, and abolitionist, and multimillionaire! Enjoy and be sure to share with a friend!

Also, as mentioned in the episode, be sure to check out https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ for places to donate, ways to help, and resources for protestors!

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Transcript available here

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