Huey Newton
Huey Newton was an African American revolutionary and political activist, best known as the founder and leader of the Black Panther Party.
Political Figure
February 17, 1942
Aquarius
August 22, 1989
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Monroe, Louisiana
Huey Percy Newton (February 17, 1942 â August 22, 1989) was a prominent African American revolutionary and political activist. He is best known for founding the Black Panther Party, a revolutionary organization focused on fighting police brutality and advocating for Black self-defense. Alongside Bobby Seale, Newton co-authored the Party’s ten-point manifesto in 1966, which outlined their goals and demands.
As the leader and Minister of Defense for the Black Panther Party, Newton played a crucial role in organizing its political campaigns, including an unsuccessful bid for political office in Oakland. His most notable works, “To Die for the People” and “Revolutionary Suicide,” further solidified his status as an influential figure in the fight for racial equality and social justice.
In his later years, Newton made efforts to promote reconciliation between various ethnic and social groups, demonstrating his commitment to fostering unity and understanding.
