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How Black Chicago has shaped American pop culture

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Impact of Johnson Publishing Company on Black Culture

Explore how the Johnson Publishing Company, known for Ebony and Jet magazines, shaped and diversified the portrayal of black life globally, highlighting black creativity and stories. The chapter delves into Chicago's influence on American pop culture, specifically in the black hair care industry, and the political and community engagement of businesses like Softheen and its renowned product Carefree Curl.

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