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In an interview with The New Tri-State Defender, Michelle Duster spoke about the inspiration behind Ida B. Wells’ quest for justice, what she hopes readers take away from “Ida B. The Queen” and how she feels about Memphis – the city her great-grandmother called home for more than 15 years. (Courtesy photo and image)

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