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Fighting to Keep Blackness
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Fighting to Keep Blackness

March 7, 2025

A group of African American people protest racial injustice. Photo courtesy of NNPA By April Ryan As this nation observes the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama, the words of President Trump reverberate. “This country will be WOKE no longer”, an emboldened Trump offered during his speech to a joint session of Congress Tuesday night. Since then, Alabama Congresswoman Terri Sewell posted on the social media platform formerly known as Twitter this morning that “Elon Musk and his DOGE bros have ordered GSA to sell off the site of the historic Freedom Riders Museum in Montgomery.” Her post

Federal Government Providing Nearly $80 million to Combat Violent Crime in U.S.
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Federal Government Providing Nearly $80 million to Combat Violent Crime in U.S.

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMediaApril 19, 2024

In addition to the investments, Garland unveiled plans to deploy federal resources and prosecutors to cities disproportionately affected by violent crime, including St. Louis, Missouri; Jackson, Mississippi; and Hartford, Connecticut. He said the targeted deployments aim to support local law enforcement agencies and enhance collaboration in tackling crime hotspots.

Faith and Fortitude — How Black Muslims’ Core Values Can Transform the Racial Wealth Landscape
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Faith and Fortitude — How Black Muslims’ Core Values Can Transform the Racial Wealth Landscape

Dr. Quiana M. Shamsid-Deen, Contributing WriterSeptember 21, 2023

It’s no longer a choice but an obligation to take the current economic state of our community into consideration. We need to be aware of the influence of our purchasing power and support the policies that influence the expansion of the local economy. We should not rely on the government or corporate entities to bring about change in our communities. 

Black Star Network: Roland Martin Announces New Black TV Network
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Black Star Network: Roland Martin Announces New Black TV Network

Lauren Victoria Burke, NNPA Newswire ContributorSeptember 9, 2021

Martin announced his new network on the third anniversary of #RolandMartinUnfiltered, the first daily digital show specifically targeting African American audiences five days a week. The show has enjoyed expansive audience growth averaging 20 to 30 million views a month.

March on Washington 2021 Focuses on Voting Rights
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March on Washington 2021 Focuses on Voting Rights

Lauren Victoria Burke NNPA Newswire ContributorSeptember 2, 2021

On the 58th anniversary of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have A Dream” speech and the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, marchers focused on voting rights.  Voting rights have reemerged as a somewhat unexpected political battlefield as Republicans across the country pass new laws placing barriers in front of the ballot box.

NAACP Joins National #Unityagainsthate Rally to Combat Increased Hate Attacks Against Asians Living And Born In America
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NAACP Joins National #Unityagainsthate Rally to Combat Increased Hate Attacks Against Asians Living And Born In America

Sentinel News ServiceMay 6, 2021

Community Against Hate, a diverse coalition of community organizations and leaders have teamed up with the national civil rights organization NAACP in a clear stance to address hate directed toward Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.  In a direct response to the increased verbal and physical attacks against Asians living and born in America, the #UnityAgainstHate rally will be held on Saturday, May 15, at 11 a.m., in multiple cities across the nation. The rally will echo the voices of many who have experienced hate crimes against them based on their race, nationality and identity.