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As Chauvin trial begins, video of George Floyd's death elicits painful memories - African American News Today - EIN Presswire
… . David Ikard, a professor of African American studies at Vanderbilt University, has … . For Ikard, and many other Black Americans, the trial of former Minneapolis …
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‘Do you think Juneteenth should be a national holiday?’
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Inspired by Langston Hughes, Jazz Artist Candice Hoyes Talks New Music | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “I’m fortunate that I had Black books in my home. It really shaped me and the ideas I want to put across. I always had a special connection to Langston Hughes and his poetry. I live in Harlem now not far from the Langston Hughes home.” Candace Hoyes also lists Sade, Anita
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Just how crucial will the engagement of Black students, including those from historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) be in the 2020 election? Black Students for Biden and HBCU Students for Biden say that it could mean the difference between life and death for many African
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The Justice in Policing Act of 2020 | Dallas Weekly
Today, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson along with 166 Representatives and 35 Senators introduced the Justice in Policing Act of 2020, the first-ever bold, comprehensive approach to hold police accountable, change the culture of law enforcement, and build trust between law enforcement and our
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NNPA NEWSWIRE — NAACP President Derrick Johnson said the world lost an influential figure in the fight for civil rights and American politics. “An icon to the world and a lifelong friend to the NAACP, his contribution to moving our society toward justice is unparalleled,” Johnson declared. “In
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(Black PR Wire) For the sixth year, HBCU Buzz presents the HBCU Top 30 Under 30, honoring the achievements of alumni of historically Black Colleges and Universities. The next HBCU Top 30 class is a combination of bold leaders in the fields of
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NNPA NEWSWIRE — It was reminiscent of Eric Garner of Staten Island, NY, who was put in a chokehold by a New York police officer. Garner died from injuries suffered from the chokehold and, like Floyd, could be seen on video struggling to breathe and stating, "I can't breathe."
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