The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is under threat as the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in Louisiana v. Callais, a case that could determine how far the law still protects against racial discrimination in voting.
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Judge Blocks Trump Administration’s Mass Firings of Special Education Staff
The Trump administration laid off hundreds of staffers at the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services, which could make it harder for Black students with disabilities to get the support they need from the federal government, although a federal judge has temporarily blocked the move.
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The Million Man March Turns 30: Why it Still Matters
The Million Man March on October 16, 1995, was a momentous occasion that brought together over a million Black men to D.C. to strive for a better future and reclaim what it meant to be a Black man in America.
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Job Hunting? Here’s How to Stay Safe on LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a valuable tool for job seekers, but users should be aware of the privacy risks and focus on networking to increase their chances of finding a job.
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Government Shutdown Enters Second Week, Leaving Thousands of Federal Workers Without Pay
The federal government shutdown has resulted in the furlough of 8,700 CDC employees and has affected essential services, national parks, and local businesses, as well as putting programs like WIC and SNAP at risk.
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Sorcery and Sustenance: The Art of Food and Racial Healing
Artist Masud Olufani’s extended trip to Sierra Leone changed his perspective on Black people and their relationship to food. It also inspired a series of mixed-media artwork that uses the subject to connect the past to the present.
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Black Preaching Has Always Been About Survival and Revival
The Kelly U. Farrow Institute for Black Preaching and Education is building a movement to sustain and evolve the legacy of Black preaching, offering programs that combine theological rigor, social justice engagement, and personal renewal to train a new generation of prophetic preachers and educators.
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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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Unsung No More: Black Irish Politician Among “Sheroes” Honorees
Yemi Adenuga, the first Black person to hold elected office in Ireland, is being honored at the 10th Annual Unsung Sheroes Gala for her work in helping the disenfranchised and bridging divides in her community.
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Ruha Benjamin: In A.I. Era, Black Women Must Reclaim Tomorrow
Ruha Benjamin, a Princeton University professor, urged Black women to reflect on the past and imagine an alternative future in order to own their collective power and create a world of racial healing, while also reminding them that individual acts of resistance can make a difference.