Hakim Jamal was a Boston original—an engaging author and activist who identified as a recovering alcoholic and addict. He founded the group that created Kwanzaa. His controversial romances with movie stars and models inspired movies decades later.
STILL SPINNING
Hub vinyl icon Skippy White and the tunes Boston has hummed since the ’60s
ROCK AGAINST RACISM TURNS 40
Here, five individuals associated with RAR share their memories of Boston back then, what they gained from having RAR in their lives, and how, in 2019, we can continue to honor the groundwork RAR laid for a better Boston.
RETHINKING REENTRY
In a state that sets up former inmates for failure, this program offers hope through education and more
AROUND MY WAY: JEFE REPLAY
“I don’t want to be tough or anything near tough—I understand what tough brings.”