February I, 2 0 0 6
B6
Black
History
Month
February 2006
John H. Johnson
We proudly honor one of the most influential
black publishers in American history.
John H. Johnson was the founder, chairman and CEO of
Johnson Publishing Company Inc., the world's largest
black-owned publishing house, whose products include
Ebony and Jet magazines. Revered for his leadership and
charity, Mr. Johnson was awarded the Presidential Medal
of Freedom. He overcame racial stereotypes and promoted
self-respect in the African American community.
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