Steve_McGarrett
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"Prohaska said their dolls come with books that tap into imaginations, while providing a rich history lesson.
"This summer, American Girl is addressing another chapter of black history with the release of Melody Ellison. Melody is a nine-year-old growing up in Detroit during the 1960s civil rights era, a girl who loves to sing and uses her voice to make a difference."
I wonder when you pull the string on Civil Rights Melody of Detroit, does she say 'Lets burn this mother****** down?'
American Girl debuts Melody Ellison, African American doll from civil rights era