Black History Month is an important reminder of the contributions of African Americans to the United States and the need for reparative justice, which is more than just monetary and requires awareness, dignity, and recognition.
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5 Ways African Americans Can Tackle Mental Illness
African Americans are 20% more likely to face mental health challenges than the population at large, and only 30% of African Americans believe mental illness is a legitimate health issue, resulting in a reluctance to seek help and significant implications for the community.
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Environmental Justice and Reparations: A Call for Comprehensive Solutions
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore’s recent executive order has established a unified approach to environmental justice, creating an Interagency Environmental Justice and Equity Advisory Council to coordinate government efforts and maximize funding opportunities, while also acknowledging the disproportionate impact of climate change on frontline communities.
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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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Black America Divided Over Hamas’ Attack on Israel, Raises Questions on Solidarity
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Black Americans have expressed a range of emotions regarding Hamas’ recent and deadly attack on Israel, with many taking to social media […]
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Record Number of Black Quarterbacks Have Starting Positions in the NFL for the 2023-2024 Season
NNPA NEWSWIRE — The 2023 NFL Draft marked the first time in NFL history Black men were selected in the top three positions for quarterback.
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Federal Judge Orders Immediate Relocation of Children from Abusive Confinement at Angola Prison
Judge Dick unequivocally determined that the conditions in Angola constitute cruel and unusual punishment. She further highlighted that the prevailing punitive environment, coupled with systemic failures in programming, clearly violates the 14th Amendment and federal laws safeguarding children with disabilities.
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The Bail Project is Fighting Back Against an Unjust System
By Stacy M. Brown As public support for criminal justice reform continues to build — and as the pandemic raises the stakes higher — advocates remain vigilant that it’s more […]
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Study Finds Nearly 90 Percent of Black Homicide Victims Were Killed with Guns
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia According to a new and comprehensive study on gun violence, Black men, women, boys, and girls remain the most impacted […]
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Supreme Court Protects Cops Who Fail to Issue Miranda Rights
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In an America where Black citizens especially have legitimate concerns when interacting with law enforcement, the U.S. Supreme Court has […]