Black Americans are disproportionately affected by medical debt and can use a new consumer tool to help manage their bills and protect themselves from financial harm.
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Kai Cenat Sets Powerful Example for Young Readers with Daily Reading Videos
Kai Cenat, a popular Twitch streamer, has set a goal to read every day for 10 minutes to an hour on camera, in an effort to inspire Black schoolchildren to read more and improve their literacy skills.
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Section 8 Funding Cuts Threaten Housing for Millions of Low-Income Families
The Section 8 housing assistance program, which helps over 5 million low-income families, is facing potential budget cuts and changes to eligibility requirements that could result in hundreds of thousands of people losing access to housing aid.
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Four Fingers Point Back: Recognizing Our Own Flaws in Global Politics
When we denounce the immorality of other countries, we must also recognize the same flaws in ourselves and our own government, and strive to make meaningful changes at home.
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Social and Economic Barriers Drive Obesity, Not Just Personal Choices
Obesity is a complex health issue influenced by social and economic barriers, and requires a collaborative approach between government, health care professionals, community organizations, and individuals to address the epidemic.
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Black Students Defy Expectations, Lead Surge in College Applications
Black or African American students are applying to college at a faster rate than any other group, with applications rising 11% compared to the previous year, according to a new report from the Common Application.
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MLK’s Birmingham Jail Letter and the New Civil Rights Backlash
Martin Luther King Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” remains a powerful call for justice and a challenge to religious leaders to break their silence and take action against injustice, as health care access, voting rights, and civil rights protections are once again under strain.
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Comedian Druski’s Viral Sketch Sparks Debate on Mega Church Culture
Drew Desbordes, better known as Druski, has sparked intense debate with his latest sketch mocking prosperity-style megachurch culture, which has gone viral and drawn tens of millions of views.
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Dr. King’s Critique of Capitalism: Still Relevant Today
Martin Luther King Jr.’s economic justice plan, which included full employment, guaranteed income, and access to land and capital, is still relevant today, as economic inequality remains a major issue and debates over universal basic income and affordable housing continue to shape national politics.
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American Imperialism’s Deadly Impact on Black People Worldwide
American Imperialism is a global phenomenon that has a direct impact on Black people, from the exploitation of resources to the transfer of policing and occupation practices to Black communities within the U.S.
