Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955) is known for her contributions in three areas, always working to improve the opportunities for African Americans: first, for her work in education, founding what is now Bethune-Cookman College; second, for her work with organizations of African American women; and third, for her role in the New Deal as an advisor to President Roosevelt and friend to his wife, Eleanor, as an official, and for her role in organizing FDR's "Black Cabinet."

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