James Ewers, Jr.HomePerspectives: Black History Month Is More Important Now Than EverThere was a time in my life, albeit brief, that I would not speak during Black History Month. If I was good enough to speak during the month of February, then I was good enough to speak during the other 11 months. But, successful Blacks have a responsibility to go into schools and provide Black students with hope. The idea of being a role model is never more evident and more needed than today.February 24, 2008Page 1 of 1