Assata Shakur, Fugitive Activist, Dies in Cuba

Source: Assata Shakur, fugitive Black activist who escaped life sentence for killing police officer, dies in Cuba (2025-09-27)

Assata Shakur, a prominent Black activist and fugitive who escaped a life sentence for killing a police officer, has died in Cuba. Her death marks the end of a controversial and influential figure in the fight for racial justice and activism. Shakur's life was marked by her activism and her escape from the United States to Cuba, where she lived in exile. Her legacy continues to inspire debates over justice, activism, and her role in American history.

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