John B. King

Black Press Week Shows Power of African American Newspapers

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentApril 8, 2021

With the theme, “Black Business Challenges Responsibilities and Opportunities Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic,” Black Press publishers, readers, viewers, sponsors, partners, and anyone else tuning in were enlightened about overcoming adversities on many levels. “We will have informative workshops,” promised Pluria Marshall Jr., the NNPAF Chair and CEO of Marshall Broadcasting Group. Marshall and his colleagues delivered.

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Education Secretary King calls for end to paddling students

CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated PressDecember 1, 2016

Education Secretary John B. King Jr. is urging governors and school leaders in states that allow student paddling to end a practice he said would be considered “criminal assault or battery” against an adult.

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John B. King Nominated to Secretary of Education Post

Sentinel News ServiceFebruary 22, 2016

On February 11, John B. King, Jr. was nominated by President Barack Obama to serve as U.S. Secretary of Education. Dr. King was appointed to the position of Acting Secretary in January. ACCT members said they applaud and support the nomination of Dr. King, who has displayed great appreciation and support for community colleges and public education. He demonstrated these commitments by serving as the closing keynote speaker during the 2016 Community College National Legislative Summit. “We are encouraged that Dr. King has focused during his tenure at the Education Department on improving student access, equity and success,” said ACCT