Maya Angelou: A Phenomenal Woman

As far as remarkable women go, Maya Angelou was truly exceptional. The inspirational author, poet and activist sadly passed away yesterday, putting a final full stop on her lifelong series of heroic memoirs, essays and poems that helped inspire a nation. “One of the brightest lights of our time,” wrote President Obama in his statement. “A fierce friend and a truly phenomenal woman.”

Angelou broke down racial barr...