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.
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Political Education: A Necessity for Black Children’s Empowerment
Black children in America deserve the freedom of a full, complete, enjoyable, and unencumbered childhood, and political education can help them understand the systems shaping their lives and empower them to make sense of what they experience.
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From Forest Avenue to Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Originally published with our media partner, Dallas Free Press The election of Elsie Faye Heggins to the Dallas City Council in 1980 signaled a massive change to Dallas’ political environment, […]
Posted inSocial Justice
Five Questions for Dr. Ibram X. Kendi
Dr. Ibram X. Kendi discussed his new book, Malcolm Lives, with Terry Allen at The Dock Bookshop, emphasizing the importance of anti-racism and empowering young people to recognize their potential and carry on Malcolm X’s legacy.
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The Klan Ran His Family Out. Now This Mostly White City Honors Malcolm X
Omaha, Nebraska, a city known for its steaks and railroad industry, has embraced its most famous Black native son, Malcolm X, by marking his birthplace with a historic plaque, declaring his birthday as Malcolm X Day, and inducting him into the Nebraska Hall of Fame.
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Malcolm X Still Scares America —That’s Why Schools Erase Him
Malcolm X’s legacy is largely missing or misrepresented in K-12 education, but educators are finding ways to teach his full story to inspire young readers to organize and fight for a more just future.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 Must Be More Malcolm Than Martin
On MLK Day 2025, the nation will be inaugurating the most unjust person to ever serve as POTUS, Donald Trump, and it is time for Black people to commit to building and doing for themselves, as MLK’s movement was for equal access and Malcolm X called for self-determination.
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20 Inspirational Quotes to Start Black Students Strong in 2025
20 Inspirational Quotes to Start Black Students Strong in 2025 provide words of encouragement and wisdom to uplift and foster a sense of identity and pride in Black students.
Posted inElection 2024
10 Ways to Be a Better Black Voter
Instead of spending the next eight weeks reacting to lies about Kamala Harris, let’s work to advance our political goals for the long term.
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50 essential civil rights speeches
By Karen Johanson Activists, athletes, actors, and preachers with sometimes-fiery presentation skills are just a few of the people who’ve communicated the message of civil rights to the masses. When […]