A long-standing scholarship initiative that has served as a cornerstone for Black students pursuing agricultural and scientific careers at historically Black colleges and universities faces an uncertain future. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to suspend the 1890 National Scholars Program has sparked intense debate about the trajectory of diversity initiatives in higher education....
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After Milwaukee Residents Sent Racist Emails to Block Memorial for Black Girl Killed and Dismembered, A Community Came Together and Made It Happen Anyway
Community members in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, combined efforts to raise thousands of dollars of donations to fund a memorial dedicated to Sade Robinson after the city abandoned a taxpayer-funded project due to a barrage of racist responses. Robinson was killed and dismembered last April. The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors Parks and Culture committee had recently...
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Former VP Kamala Harris starts a new chapter in her career
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has taken a significant step in her post-political career by signing with Creative Artists Agency, one of Hollywood’s most influential talent representatives. This strategic move positions Harris to expand her platform beyond traditional political spheres, while continuing her advocacy for key social issues. Founded in 1975, CAA represents numerous political...
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Oregon Neighbors Complained for Two Years Before Police Arrest Man Accused of Terrorizing Neighbors with Blaring Music About ‘N-word Blood’, Pointing Lasers Into Homes, Court Docs Allege
An Oregon man is behind bars facing charges after his neighbors reported that he was behind several racist, homophobic, and intimidating incidents that happened in the last two years. KATU reported that 46-year-old Jacob Bynum was charged with bias crime, stalking, and disorderly conduct in connection to several disturbances and confrontations with his neighbors in...
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How 5 Black mayors transformed Atlanta’s political legacy
In the heart of Georgia, Atlanta stands as a testament to African American political empowerment, earning its reputation as the “Black Mecca” through decades of groundbreaking leadership. Since 1974, the city has demonstrated how Black governance can transform an urban landscape, starting with the historic election of Maynard Jackson as the first African American mayor...
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‘One of the Big Reasons I’m President Today Is Because of the Black Vote’: Trump Celebrates Himself, Black History Month, Though He Prohibits Government from Commemorating It
Though he’s prohibiting government agencies from marking Black History Month, President Trump on Thursday held an event at the White House celebrating the traditional monthlong commemoration though he ended up largely celebrating his election win and plans for a National Garden of Heroes. At one point, the president informed the crowd that he won a...
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Can Black Americans gain from DOGE dividend plan?
As conversations intensify across social media platforms, investment executive James Fishback’s proposal suggesting Black Americans might receive a $5,000 tax refund has generated significant interest. This initiative, dubbed the “DOGE Dividend,” proposes using savings from the Department of Government Efficiency to provide financial relief to taxpayers, raising questions about its implications for Black communities. Understanding...