Black Caucus and Gov. Lee on unsettled ground - TSDMemphis.com
Tennessee’s governor refused to meet with peaceful protesters and the state’s lieutenant governor re-tweeted a post that appeared to support violence against Black Lives Matter protesters and Antifa, an ultra-liberal group known for civil disobedience actions. As a result, Gov. Bill Lee and
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Govt halts Gukurahundi hearing
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday caused the postponement of a court hearing where survivors of the Gukurahundi massacres wanted to interdict him from tampering with the survivors’ mass graves until contentious issues surrounding the matter have been resolved. BY SILAS NKALA A group of
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Black Historian to Release New Book of African American Monuments and Statues - The New York Beacon
Nationwide— Tammy Gibson is an entrepreneur, historian, traveler, and educational speaker. Her mission is to raise awareness, impact the youth, and preserve pride in African American culture through her personal journey. Her passion began at a young age in Chicago, IL. Raised by entrepreneurial
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Crist holds parent-teacher conference over COVID concerns
Top Row L-R, Brighitte Whipple, virtual teacher, Stephanie Cox, virtual parent, in-person parent Ann Sherman-White. Bottom Row L-R, Janet Cunningham, Exceptional Student Education teacher, Congressman Charlie Crist, and moderator Steven Cary, district director for Crist BY FRANK DROUZAS, Staff
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Figuring a Way to Lose - The New Journal and Guide
Sometimes Democrats lose big elections through their fault. Observers have noted that the Democratic elite managed to do just enough wrong in 2016 to help swing the election to Trump, and they are fearful that they might do it again. In 2016 they alienated progressives and reduced voter
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Nickelodeon Under Fire For Seemingly Appropriating ‘Hair Love’ With New Animated Show
Popular children’s television network Nickelodeon found itself in the middle of a cultural-appropriation scandal yesterday after they announced a new Nick Jr. animated series, “Made By Maddie."
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Black Women Answer Trump’s ‘What Do You Have To Lose?’ Question In Scathing Open Letter
Thousands of Black women leaders penned a scathing open letter to Trump emphasizing his shortcomings when it comes to Black America in particular.
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2 Shootings, 2 Days: In Kenosha, a Microcosm of US Strife - Voice and Viewpoint
JENNIFER PELTZ and RUSSELL CONTRERAS | Associated Press A Black man, accosted by police on a domestic dispute call, is left with bullet wounds in his back that will likely keep him from ever walking again. A white 17-year-old, rifle in hand, strolls past authorities untouched amid cries that he
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Freetown City Council versus government – president Bio must stop this futile cold war
Andrew Keili: Sierra Leone Telegraph: 3 September 2020: A cold war of sorts is being fought over the Municipality of Freetown that is affecting its long-suffering residents. Freetown is Sierra Leone's major urban, economic, financial, cultural, educational and political centre, as it is the seat of
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Kamala Harris, Mike Pence Set To Debate In October In Utah
The date and time for the vice presidential debate is set. Kamala Harris and Mike Pence will face off on Oct. 7 at The University of Utah.
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US Intel bulletin warns Russia is 'amplifying' claims of mail-in voter fraud : TheGrio
Russia is interfering with the presidential election by promoting false claims about mail-in voter fraud according to an intelligence bulletin... View Article The post US Intel bulletin warns Russia is 'amplifying' claims of mail-in voter fraud appeared first on TheGrio.
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NAACP Rebukes Facebook For Failing To Stem Militia Posts - The New Journal and Guide
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Vice President Joe Biden to TMJ4: “Presidents should be talking about bringing the country together” - Milwaukee Community Journal
Yesterday, Vice President Joe Biden spoke with TMJ4 News Milwaukee’s Charles Benson. During the interview, Joe Biden spoke to the need for unity and leadership to address racial injustice, police reform, and racial disparities. On police reform, Biden said, “I think that people are looking to unify
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John Boyega Is Over It Bruv, Airs Out Disney For Its Treatment of Diverse Characters In ‘Stars Wars’ Sequels
In the cover feature, John Boyega voiced his displeasure at how his character Finn was "pushed to the side" following his promising debut in The Force Awakens. He also said that the house of the mouse instead gave "all the nuance" to his white costars Daisy Ridley and Adam
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The California Towns Where Blacks Feared Sundown - Los Angeles Sentinel
In the Aug. 16 premiere of the HBO show “Lovecraft Country,” created by Misha Green and based on the novel of the same name by Matt Ruff, the main characters drive past a sign that reads “[N-word]s, don’t let the sun set on you here. Understand?” Towns that banned African Americans in the mid-20th
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Discrimination in football on the rise, with social media a key driver - Voice Online
NEW FIGURES released by Kick It Out show shocking increases in the levels of race... The post Discrimination in football on the rise, with social media a key driver appeared first on Voice Online.
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Fascism expert details the alarming similarities between Trump supporters’ rhetoric and Nazi propaganda - African American News Today - EIN News
As President Trump openly embraces the far-right conspiracy theory QAnon and promotes “law and order” while refusing to condemn armed followers of his who target antiracist protesters, we speak with Jason Stanley, Yale philosopher and scholar of propaganda, author of “How Fascism Works: The
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Trump Claims “Chaos Is Coming.” Hello, It’s Already Here.
It’s exhausting to have to repeatedly list all the ways in which the criminal justice system and some members of the media mistreat Black people. This sentiment was palpable in the message Jacob…
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‘It’s the Dress for Me’: Jennifer Williams’ Birthday Ode to Her Dog Goes Left After Fans Crack Up at This – Atlanta Black Star
When it comes to celebrating her fur baby, Jennifer Williams doesn't mind going above and beyond. The 'Basketball Wives' star recently went all out for […]
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How To Support Racial Justice And Diversity This Weekend (9/4) - African American News Today - EIN News
… & Poetry Night Roots 101 African-American Museum $25  |  9 p.m … evening of entertainment at Roots101: African American Museum. Masks are required. Earlier …
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Viral Video Shows Sacramento Deputy Kicking A Suspect In The Back Who Stands In Complete Compliance
The officer has been disciplined after an investigation.
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DC Police Say Black Shooting Victim ‘Brandished A Firearm’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Police officers in Washington, D.C., fatally shot a young Black man Wednesday who the department said had “brandished a firearm,' prompting protests amid increased nationwide and local scrutiny over police tactics. The killing prompted a late-night face-off between police and
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‘You Are Glowing’: The Internet Calls Cynthia Bailey a ‘Ray of Sunshine’ After She Uploads This Ravishing Photograph – Atlanta Black Star
Cynthia Bailey is looking younger and more gorgeous than ever nowadays. The reality star from 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta' shared a stunning photo to […]
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Success On “The Way”-'The Heart Changer': 'Who Can Change Hearts?' - Los Angeles Sentinel
It seems to me the only problem which confronts our nation and the world is the lack of introspection (looking into self) and that of each individual’s conscience. Everybody’s got a heart problem. It’s about tolerating the weaknesses of others. It’s about taking the eye of the mind and searching
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Andrew Gillum And Wife Open Up To Tamron Hall About Hotel Incident, Marriage And More
Andrew Gillum and his wife will be interviewed on the season premiere of "The Tamron Hall Show" in what has been billed as a chance for the former Florida gubernatorial candidate to open up about his infamous hotel incident.
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Familial incarceration negatively impacts mental health for African American women - African American News Today - EIN News
… how marginalized populations, particularly African American families, face worse outcomes … to incarceration, generations of African American families have endured having their … negatively impacts mental health for African American women (2020, September 3) …
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Black recruitment tops agenda for African-American CU Coalition's new chair - African American News Today - EIN News
… protest the treatment of Black Americans after George Floyd … people are recognizing [how Black Americans are treated] because … 170 African-American CEOs and 100 of those are African-American women … mean going to African American universities and colleges and …
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‘I Love Y’all Together’: Toya Johnson’s Romantic Pic with Her Fiancé Has Hearts Churning – Atlanta Black Star
Toya Johnson and her fiancé Robert 'Red' Rushing are basking in their love. The 'T.I. & Tiny: Friends and Family Hustle' couple posted a 'PDA' […]
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SCS weathers all-virtual opening - TSDMemphis.com
Imperfection is to be expected on the first day of school, even when there isn’t a global pandemic driving an all-virtual opening, which was the case for Shelby County Schools this week. For one thing, technology was not fully cooperative as thousands of students logged on almost simultaneously
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Save The Date! Kamala Harris Expected To Humble Mike Pence In Utah As Debate Schedules Revealed
Joe Biden would square off against Donald Trump as the 2020 election rapidly approaches. But while those two will have three times to go at it,
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