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Smithsonian Selects African American Museum Director as Secretary
“I will work tirelessly to build upon the traditions of the Smithsonian to help America better understand the changing world it faces in the 21st century,” Bunch said…
Read MoreDear Candidates, During Election Season Here Is What Black People Want: Meaningful Engagement
andidates and their campaigns are comfortable talking at black people, but few want to talk to us. This limits our ability to influence their decisions and policies. And it’s a bad strategy…
Read MoreThe Congressional Black Caucus Must Oppose HR 246
The US Congress cannot have it both ways. It cannot, on the one hand, attack the Palestinians when they have used violence to oppose the occupation while at the same time attacking the Palestinians…
Read MoreThe Struggle of Black Men With Mental Health Stigma
Black men are one of the most neglected group of individuals in regards to mental health. They have not been equipped with the tools to seek support in health care systems…
Read MoreA Slap in the Face of Justice
On the day 44-year-old Pamela Turner was laid to rest, the officer who fatally killed her, Baytown Police Officer Juan Delacruz, was allowed to return to work after being placed on a mandatory three-day administrative leave…
Read MoreFrom County Jail to Critical Condition
Jackson’s family has absolutely no idea what exactly happened to him. Interestingly, apparently neither does the Burleson County Sheriff’s Department. Well…at least that is the narrative they have been providing…
Read MoreSMALL BIZ PROFILE: Cookiepreneur Megan Mottley
“In the beginning it was just about the fundraising, but people still were inquiring about the cookies,” Mottley said. “And eventually, after getting a huge corporate order, I decided to really consider the business.”
Read MoreLaw or Politics – Constitution Dictates That Impeachment Must Not Be Partisan
Leaders are facing increased calls by a growing number of colleagues to begin formal impeachment proceedings against Trump.
Read MoreNew Hanover Regional Medical Center Achieves Premier Blood Partner Status
NHRMC has been recognized by the American Red Cross as a 2019 Premier Blood Partner for its support of the regional and national blood supply.
Read MoreWomen Play Key Role in Ensuring African Democracy
Women have again taken a leadership role in ensuring free and fair elections and they’ve been largely responsible for what’s believed to have been an electoral race free…
Read MoreIota Phi Lambda Celebrates 90-Year Anniversary with a Call to Action
“…it is extra important that we continue to help support our communities and work to build economic opportunities, specifically geared toward other Black people.”
Read MoreCommittee Democrats Fact-Check Secretary Carson’s Committee Testimony
“Housing in America: Oversight of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,” Committee Democrats asked questions about many of the Secretary’s harmful actions at HUD…
Read MoreOrange Mound Celebrates Its Own History, Times Change – but Pride, Hope Remain
Even in its infancy, segregation wouldn’t allow freed slaves and their descendants to participate in mainstream society, so they created their own.
Read More‘Women of Color in Tech’ Tour to Showcase Multicultural Women in Technology
Through this partnership, we look forward to highlighting women of color leading in areas of STEM while also discussing important solutions for challenges they face…
Read MoreFlorida Rep. Frederica Wilson Puts Focus on Social Status of Black Men and Boys
It’s not easy being black and male in America. Despite historic gains made in the last 50 years, black males from all walks of life continue to face challenges and hardships…
Read MoreProstate Screening Is a Must; Second Leading Cause of Cancer Death
Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American men, behind lung cancer. African-American men are twice as likely to develop prostate cancer…
Read MoreState Housing Finance Agencies Boost Hopes for Finding Affordable Homes, Apartments
According to Stockton Williams, executive director of the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA), in 2017 alone, state HFAs provided $28 billion…
Read MoreReport Shows Most Homeless People in L.A. Are African-American
People come here from other states, and they’re sleeping in their car, and they have to figure out how to make ends meet…,” said a veteran and former homeless individual.
Read MoreBiblical Silence About Slavery Leaves Lasting Questions Today
‘By the mid 19th Century, the majority of slaves had been introduced to Christianity, although most still could not read the Bible based on illiteracy and the fact…
Read MoreSAT’s New ‘Adversity Score’ Is a Poor Fix for a Problematic Test
The College Board sees a need for an “adversity score” is a tacit admission that the SAT isn’t fair for all students – will the new score capture the challenges
Read MoreMemorial Day: NNPA Celebrates Profiles in Courage 365 Days Each Year
Today, our nation proudly honors the sacrifices of its heroes. “From the first African-American Medal of Honor recipient to current day Soldiers, individuals have made their mark…
Read MoreWest Point Set to See Record Number of Black Women Graduate
A record number of black women graduate this spring. The group of 34 female African American graduates is the largest in history according to the prestigious military academy, following last year’s 27.
Read MoreBlack Billionaire Robert Smith Pays Off Student Loan Debt of 400 Morehouse Students
Smith’s graduation gift is one that will allow graduates of one of the most storied all-male historically Black college to start their careers with no student loan debt.
Read MorePrevent Long Hot Summer of Violence in America
We should not wait for another one of our hero’s to be killed before we stand up to take action to prevent this plague of violence from continuing. Nipsy was a great example…
Read MoreDorothy R. Leavell Receives the Ida’s Legacy Award
Leavell was given a special award by the Ida B. Wells Committee from the charity organization known as Ida’s Legacy. It was founded by Delmarie Cobb, who heads and owns Publicity Works…
Read MoreJames Sprunt Community College SGA Officers for 2019 Announced
Officers elected by the student body. Matthew Smith will serve as the President; Iasia Murphy will serve as Vice President; and Princess Hodges will serve as Secretary.
Read MoreThe Key to Representative Democracy? Persuasion
I am lucky enough these days to be in regular touch with young people — students — who are interested in public service. I find hope in their quality, energy, and motivation, and they press me to think more deeply…
Read MoreAlpha Phi Alpha President, Everett Ward, Pushes Voter Mobilization Efforts – GDN Exclusive “A Call to Colors” Vol. II Part XIV
The time is now for historically black Greek organizations that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council to claim their important roles in nonpartisan voter registration, education, and ultimately mobilization.
Read MoreByron Allen Expands Empire with Purchase of Fox Regional Sports Networks
As a result of the $10.6 billion acquisition deal, Allen’s company, Entertainment Studios, announced that it will buy four local stations from Bayou City Broadcasting…
Read MoreRihanna’s Legend Grows with Historic Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Partnership
She’s set to launch a fashion label with French luxury goods group Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH), making her the first woman and first woman of color to lead a house…
Read More65 Years After Brown v. Board of Education: ‘It’s Never Going To Be Easy’
Take me back to your high school in 1951 – In May 1954, the Supreme Court handed down its decision in the case of Brown versus the Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas.
Read MoreBlack Women Lawyers Freed 17 Inmates Serving Unjust Life Sentences
“Let’s pause here to give a little credit where credit is due. Freeing 17 prisoners – all of whom were serving life sentences without parole – is impressive and commendable…
Read MoreGates-Funded Commission AIMS to Put a Value on a College Education
The Gates Foundation is poised to disrupt American higher education with a new Postsecondary Value Commission. As its name suggests, the commission aims…
Read MoreHydropower Dams Can Harm Coastal Areas Far Downstream
Hydropower dams degrade water quality along rivers. Water that flows downstream from the dams is depleted of oxygen, which harms many aquatic animals.
Read MoreFederal Government Has Poured Millions into Failing Charter Schools in Louisiana
When Arne Duncan, the U.S. Secretary of Education under President Barack Obama, said Hurricane Katrina was the “best thing that happened to the education system…
Read MoreBrown v. Board of Education Case Didn’t Start How You Think It Did
History ultimately would not be on the side of the majority of Topeka’s black community. A small cohort of local NAACP members kept pushing for desegregation, even as they stood at odds…
Read MoreEnergy, Media Professionals Offer STEM Advice to Indy Youth
In addition to meeting energy professionals, the students received advice on creating and maintaining a successful career in STEM. Several companies, including Southern California Edison…
Read MoreCommemorating 400 Years of the African Diaspora Experience
To commemorate the 400-year anniversary of the first enslaved Africans’ arrival in the United States, NAACP leaders, activists and entertainers will travel from Jamestown, Virginia…
Read MoreHouse Passes Four Financial Services Bills
Unfortunately, the National Flood Insurance Program is currently set to expire on May 31. My bill, which I have coauthored with Ranking Member McHenry, would extend the program to September 30th…
Read MoreFlorida Governor Reveals That Russians Hacked Voter Databases
The breach of Florida’s election system was first revealed in special counsel Robert Mueller’s report two weeks ago. The issue of Russian interference in the 2016 election…
Read MoreHarris, London Breed Help Sun Reporter Newspaper Celebrate 75th Anniversary
The Sun-Reporter was founded in 1944 and it quickly became a social and political advocate for African Americans on issues like civil rights, discrimination, housing and education…
Read MoreMC Lyte Making Dreams a Reality for African American Scholars
#EducateOurMen supports African American Men by providing need-based scholarships to obtain undergraduate degrees primarily from HBCUs.
Read MoreMany African Americans not Financially Ready to Retire
For most African Americans, even the most sophisticated planning tools lead to the same result: retirement has fast become a pie-in-the-sky dream.
Read MoreStudents From Local School Convince Woman Not to Commit Suicide
A 47-year old woman from Fresno, California, was about to commit suicide when a group of students who spotted her hanging from a bridge reportedly changed her mind not to jump.
Read MoreBeing Wise Is Good for Your Health – Review Looks at Emerging Science of Wisdom
What is wisdom? While it has been discussed in religion and philosophy for centuries, scientific research on wisdom has accelerated…
Read MoreLearn Your Numbers During Stroke Awareness Month
“When I had my stroke, I was well aware that I had hypertension, but I was still not taking my prescribed medication. I was walking around with a time bomb.
Read MoreViola Davis Reveals Diabetes Diagnosis and Campaign to Raise Awareness
“Growing up, we just said they had ‘the sugar’ which didn’t sound that concerning. But, when you look at the facts, there’s nothing harmless about diabetes…
Read MoreObamas Go Hollywood, Set to Launch Films with Netflix
The former president and First Lady have announced seven projects that are scheduled to be developed and released in the years to come.
Read MoreBlack Women Dominate Miss USA Pageant
The winner and finalists, which also included another woman of color in the top 5, was also a not-so-subtle reminder and rebuke of President…
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