Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated while speaking at a university, and his death should remind us that violence is always wrong and that we must learn to disagree without dehumanizing each other.
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This Majority-Black City Is the Asthma Capital of America
Asthma sufferers in Detroit, the city with the highest number of asthma cases resulting in complications, are disproportionately affected by environmental, healthcare access, and socioeconomic factors, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America’s annual report.
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Shuttle Ministry: Pastor Divides His Time Between Md. and Tex.
Dr. Kenneth Robinson, co-pastor of DreamLife Worship Center in Randallstown, Maryland, overcame his childhood speech impediment and fear of public speaking to become a successful minister and Christian apostle, and now co-pastors two churches, one in Maryland and one in Texas.
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Here’s Why Math Is Critical to Young Black Students
Despite the disappointing math proficiency of Black students, the history of African math and science achievements should inspire them to excel in math and problem-solving skills.
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Old Traditions, New Paths: The Priesthood of Merrick MosesÂ
Merrick Moses, a man of many labels, is a Roman Catholic priest, Benedictine monk, and LGBTQ+ advocate who is passionate about advocating for equal rights and helping marginalized people understand that God loves them too.
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African American Catholics Seek Saintly Recognition
By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware Originally appeared in Word in Black Black Catholics in America, who are three million of the 1.3 billion church members, are angry about a lack […]
Posted inClimate Justice
Could the Days of Lead in Drinking Water Soon Be Over?
By Willy Blackmore Originally appeared in Word in Black In April, it will have been 10 years since the administration of Governor Rick Scott changed the water source for Flint, Michigan, […]
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National Community Reinvestment Coalition Files Complaints Against Appraisers Who Discriminated Against Black Homeowners in Recent Investigation
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA Federal housing officials should sanction two appraisal firms in Baltimore over their discriminatory treatment of Black homeowners who participated in a recent […]