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BLACK ANTI-SEMITISM

Ironically, calls for Black solidarity and achievement are often modeled on myths of Jewish unity as both groups respond to American racism

Excitement builds for Justice or Else

Excitement builds as travelers from far and wide finalize plans to coverage on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Million Man March. The gathering, themed “Justice or Else,” is scheduled to take place October 10, 2015 beginning at the West Steps of the U.S. Capitol. “Justice or Else” is for all who have been suffering oppression and injustice, including Native Americans, Latinos, women, veterans, and poor Whites. The Justice or Else movement’s demands are clear. It wants land and justice for Blacks in America who have given her 460 years of sweat and

50th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act: Does your vote really matter?

On August 6 1965, the Voting Rights Act (VRA) was signed into law by President Lyndon Johnson. August 6, 2015 will mark the 50th year anniversary since African American citizens overcame the prevention of the right to vote, and obtained the right to be seen as equal. The Act was signed to create long-lasting change, however questions remain on whether or not people have taken full advantage of what was obtained or whether or not our vote matters.