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June 09, 2026

Legendary soul singer Jackie Wilson, whose hits included "Lonely Teardrops," and "Higher and Higher" was born in 1934 in Detroit.

From The Bottom Up: Segment 4

POSTED: January 28, 2009, 7:27 am

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Ms. Francis talks about the joy and difficulties of community organizing.

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