Procter & Gamble, for instance, has held a Black History Month commemoration for employees for many years, P&G chief communications officer Damon Jones says. The owner of brands such as Olay, Tide, Tampax, Gillette and Pantene will continue to do so this year, he says.

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Even as the federal government attempts to downplay the significance of Black History Month, New York City will continue to celebrate. Throughout February, honor the contributions of Black people in New York and beyond with live performances,