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Influential Debate Coach
Dr. Freeman started teaching debate at Texas Southern University in 1949 and was still teaching at the age of 100. During his long-esteemed career, he taught Martin Luther King Jr., and representatives Barbara Jordan and Mickey Leland. Denzel Washington chose Dr. Freeman to work with the actors in the 2007 film “The Great Debaters,” a true story of a black debate team in the 1930s that defeats an all-white team.
Dr. Freeman on Racism
“Unless something is done to stem the tide, we’re going to be suffering for a long time.” – interview with ABC News
What they said about him
Dr. Thomas Freeman was TSU. He was an inspiration to the countless lives he has touched in his career as an educator & leader in our community. Our thoughts & prayers to his family. His legacy will live on in each of us. #TxSU#txsu22#txsu21#txsu20#txsu19#txsu23#myhbcupic.twitter.com/0dtVyXf8sE
Celebrating the life of Dr.Thomas Freeman, 100 Years of Excellence! This esteemed leader served #TXSU for 70 yrs, arriving on campus in 1949. He instilled the pursuit of excellence in anyone he encountered. His unforgettable legacy is sure to inspire generations yet to come. pic.twitter.com/lKqRxnOoLt
— The University Museum at Texas Southern (@UMUSETXSU) June 8, 2020
The two most important women in the life of Dr. Thomas Freeman talk about the passing of the Great Debater. Dr. Freeman was almost 101 when he passed away Saturday. Wife Clarice & daughter Carlotta say he was full of love & laughter. Watch tonight at 10 https://t.co/wTG6JDLmKepic.twitter.com/V6w9jTiLkO
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