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U.S. House Votes to Condemn President Trump’s Use of Social Media to Spread Racist Messages
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U.S. House Votes to Condemn President Trump’s Use of Social Media to Spread Racist Messages

Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire ContributorJuly 19, 2019

“Some of us have been victims of the stain, the pain, the hurt of racism. In the 50s and during the 60s, segregationists told us to go back when we protested for our rights. They told ministers, priests, rabbis, and nuns to go back. The told innocent, little children seeking just equal education to go back,” said civil rights legend and Georgia Congressman John Lewis on the House floor during debate. 

Sen. Cory Booker Announces 2020 Run for the White House 
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Sen. Cory Booker Announces 2020 Run for the White House 

Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire Contributor February 7, 2019

“I believe that we can build a country where no one is forgotten, no one is left behind, where parents can put food on the table. Where there are good paying jobs with good benefits in every neighborhood. Where our criminal justice system keeps us safe, instead of shuffling more children into cages and coffins. Where we see the faces of our leaders on television and feel pride, not shame,” said Senator Cory Booker of New Jersey, during a video announcing his bid for President of the United States.

Coming To America Again: Eddie Murphy To Star Again In Blockbuster Hit
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Coming To America Again: Eddie Murphy To Star Again In Blockbuster Hit

Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire ContributorJanuary 17, 2019

“After many years of anticipation, I’m thrilled that Coming to America 2 is officially moving forward. We’ve assembled a great team that will be led by Craig Brewer, who just did an amazing job on Dolemite , and I’m looking forward to bringing all these classic and beloved characters back to the big screen,” said Eddy Murphy in a statement on January 11.