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Trayvon Martin Case Salts Old Wounds And Racial Tension
The murder of a teenaged Black boy in Florida has reminded the Black community of the discrimination and violence they experience.
Happy Birthday, Quincy Jones! Musician and Arranger Extraordinaire
The all-time most nominated Grammy artist with a total of 76 nominations and 26 awards, Quincy Jones has also received an Emmy Award, seven Oscar nominations, and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award.
Blacks, Latinos Lose Major Ground In Home Ownership: Study
The results of a recent study by a Washington think tank are grim for Black or Latino Americans who desire their own homes.
Some Say Re-election Fear Is Driving Gun Sales In Texas, Elsewhere
“I’m constantly getting questions from people in the gun community about this [issue],” said Alan Korwin, author of nine gun law books, including Gun Laws of America. “People are concerned that if Obama wins, as a lame duck, he will go after firearms in a way we have never seen before. We saw a fire…
Rare photos depict lives of African-American sharecroppers during World War II
Buzzfeed has unearthed a cache of rarely-seen photos of Black farmers from the 1930s and ’40s that depict rural life at the time.
Viola Davis To Tackle Barbara Jordan Biopic
This time Viola Davis will tackle the life story of Barbara Jordan to be based on the 2000 biography Barbara Jordan: American Hero, written by Mary Beth Rogers. Paris Barclay will direct from a script adapted by Emmy-nominated writer Paris Qualles (primarily written for TV). “We’re hoping this becomes a movie that shows the world everything…
Michelle Singletary: Schools shouldn’t fine tardy students or their parents
Fining parents who already struggle to get children to school on time isn’t likely to get to the root of the problem.
BET Announces: America’s Black Holocaust Museum Goes Viral
While the physical museum hasn’t always been open, the virtual museum allows visitors from around the world to connect.
Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Happy Birthday, Bobby McFerrin!
Most people know Robert “Bobby” McFerrin, Jr.’s famous catchy tune, but few know the man behind the infamous song.
Some blacks insist: ‘I’m not African-American’
Some Black Americans resist the label that was once considered politically correct when identifying themselves.
On This Date in History: Integrated School Established in New Hampshire, But…
An attempt to integrate education in New Hampshire was met with violence but not before it provided a glimpse of the future.
Study: Heart Drug Propranolol Makes People Less Racist
One beta blocker drug intended for cardiovascular health has a surprising side effect on the brain: decreased racial bias.
Southern Poverty Law Center Report: As Election Season Heats Up, Extremist Groups at Record Levels
Results of a survey by the Southern Poverty Law Center show how many so-called patriots groups really exist on the radical right.
In Honor of International Women’s Day, We Celebrate a Rising Young Scholar
13-year-old Jada Williams’ essay compared Douglass’ story about being kept from reading with her experience in a struggling school.
In Honor of International Women’s Day, We Remember Madame CJ Walker
From her cosmetics line to her activism and philanthropy, Madame CJ Walker deserves all the recognition she receives.
Are Public Schools Safe for Black Children?
Alarming figures from a recent U.S. Department of Education show how teachers unfairly punish Black students.
Obama Calls for Youth Jobs, and Tech Firms Listen
President Obama has encouraged private companies to hire more underprivilege youth, many of whom are Americans of color.
Drug Policy as Race Policy: Best Seller “The New Jim Crow”
Author Michelle Alexander’s groundbreaking book about the mass incarceration of Black Americans has invited criticism.
History Now: Sharpton Recreates Selma To Montgomery March
Activists have recreated the Civil Rights march nearly half a decade later in recognition of battles yet to be won.
