Ida B. Wells-Barnett was an investigative journalist and advocate who worked to document and address the severe injustices faced by Black Americans during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and her legacy continues to inspire today.
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Stopgap Bill Advances as Congress Moves to Prevent Shutdown
A newly introduced stopgap bill in Congress aims to extend government funding through the end of the 2025 fiscal year, but concerns persist that flat funding levels will not account for rising costs, leaving states and local governments to bridge potential gaps in affordable housing efforts.
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Black General Fired for Daring to Fix Military School’s Racism
Maj. Gen. Cedric T. Wins, a Black two-star Army commander, was fired by the Virginia Military Institute Board of Visitors after winning several battles against the institution’s entrenched racist culture, including removing a prominent statue of Stonewall Jackson.
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The Black women who built the AFRO: A legacy of truth and trailblazing journalism
The AFRO-American Newspapers have a rich history of trailblazing journalism, thanks to the contributions of Black women such as Frances L. Murphy II, Elizabeth “Bettye” Murphy Moss, Ida Murphy Peters, Vashti Murphy Matthews, Carlita Murphy Jones, Elizabeth Murphy Oliver, and many others.
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First Black Librarian of Congress must have term renewed by the 47th president
Dr. Carla Hayden, the first Black Librarian of Congress, faces the possibility of not having her term renewed in 2026 due to the Trump administration’s attacks on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
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Low Expectations for the Trump Speech
The Trump administration is pausing military aid to Ukraine after a disastrous Oval Office press conference with Voldomyr Zelenskyy, while Trump’s approval ratings are underwater, economic confidence is down, and the markets are in a negative direction.
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Black America Braces for Impact as Trump’s Tariffs Land
The Trump administration’s tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China will impose a 25% levy on goods and an additional 10% on Chinese products, leading to a surge in gas prices, grocery costs, and potentially leading to layoffs in the auto industry, which will disproportionately affect low-income families and marginalized communities.
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HUD Job Cuts Equals Housing Implosion
Protests have been growing across the nation against the Trump administration’s job cuts, with DOGE targeting a 50% reduction in HUD staff, potentially creating a work slowdown and backlog for services.
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Kamala Harris to Receive NAACP Chairman’s Award at 56th NAACP Image Awards
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to receive the prestigious Chairman’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards, honoring her public service and commitment to justice, equality, and the future of our country.
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House GOP Pushes Forward Extreme Budget Plan as Project 2025 Fears Become Reality
House Republicans have unveiled a budget resolution that slashes federal spending by $2 trillion and provides up to $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, which could lead to devastating consequences for millions of Americans who rely on Medicaid and food assistance programs.