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by Seitu Oronde
On Tuesday, February 21st, 2023, photojournalist Seitu Oronde was at the Black History Month celebration with Mayor Eric Adams at Gracie Mansion, New York.
Here are photographs from the historic event:
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Here’s video from the event:
Click here to find more of Seitu Oronde’s photo essays at Seitu’s World.
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