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On the centennial of his birth, James Baldwin remains relevant today
NPR looks back on the written works of James Baldwin, who spoke out about racism, and their relevance decades after his death.
Trump Falsely Accuses Harris of Deciding to ‘Turn Black’ During a Combative Panel With Black Journalists
During the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention, Trump falsely claimed presidential nominee and Howard University alum, Vice President Kamala Harris, decided to “turn Black.” Trump said, “. . . she was always of Indian heritage, and she was only promoting Indian heritage. I did not know she was Black until a number of years ago when she happened to turn Black, and now she wants to be known as Black.”
Harris’ political ascent makes her the latest target of DEI insults
Harris is already facing ridicule from the Republican party. They call her a “DEI hire,” meaning she would presumably get the Democratic nomination because of the way she looks rather than any of her qualifications.
What to Watch For as Simone Biles Leads U.S. in Quest for Team Gold
Biles withdrew from the competition in Tokyo, leading the U.S. to land silver medals. This year, the athletes intend to redeem themselves and return home with gold.
ABHM Presents: Unmasked
Unmasked is an art installation reimagining two historic exhibitions of anti-lynching art held in 1935. The installation combines historical artworks and ephemera with contemporary efforts to commemorate the victims of lynching in Indiana, including ABHM founder, Dr. James Cameron.
What Kamala Harris’s Candidacy Means for Black Women
Kimberly Peeler-Allen, whose organization supports Black women in politics, discusses Vice President Harris’ bid for the democratic ticket.
Historic sculpture of Vel Phillips unveiled at Wisconsin Capitol Building
A crowd gathered in Madison to see the new statue and hear speeches from Governor Evers, Senator Baldwin, and Phillips’ son.
In a reversal, Georgia now says districts can use state funding to teach AP Black studies classes
Georgia schools can continue to teach a newer Advanced Placement class about Black history thanks to state funds that they can now use.
Breaking at the Olympics is a testament to hip-hop’s influence around the world
It began with Black youths dancing on cardboard in the Bronx; now the hip-hop-born dance is headed to the Olympics.
Paris: Where the Black Diaspora Meets
Paris has a rich history when it comes to Black folk. This interview-format article gives a glimpse into the lives of a few such Black Parisians.
What it means to be a Black Olympian representing the U.S. on the global stage
In this NBC interview, Black American Olympians discuss what it means to them to be representing the United States and possibly being major role models for Black children.
America’s Black Holocaust Virtual Museum Adds Virtual Exhibit About Dr. Caesar
The virtual exhibit discusses the life and accomplishments of the first Black American whose medical discovered were published.
Illinois police release bodycam video of fatal shooting of Black woman in her home
Illinois police tried to cover up the shooting death of a Black woman who called for help with a suspected intruder.
AP survey shows Kamala Harris backed by enough delegates to become Democratic nominee
With November quickly approaching, Democratic delegates rallied together to support Kamala Harris’ bid for the party nomination after President Biden dropped out of the race.
2024 Election Latest: Harris Vows to ‘Earn and Win’ Party Nomination After Biden Drops Out
After President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris vows to “earn and win” the Democratic Party nomination. Democratic Party leaders have begun endorsing Harris in her fight to beat Donald Trump.
With heart, humanity and a killer kick, C.J. Nickolas eyes men’s taekwondo gold
New Yorker C.J. Nikolas’ taekwondo skills show promise to be gold-medal worthy as he represents the U.S. in the sport at the Paris Olympics.
Judge throws out rightwing affirmative action lawsuit against Texas university
Critics of the UT Austin lawsuit saw Monday’s ruling as a blow to Blum’s anti-affirmative action movement.
FDA once again pushes back proposal to ban cancer-linked formaldehyde in hair relaxers
The Food and Drug Administration promised to release a ban proposal on the cancer-causing chemical in July. However, the date has once again been pushed back to September.
‘How do I heal?’: the long wait for justice after a black man dies in police custody
Raekha Prasad investigates a horrifying trend of violence against Black citizens in the UK by police who are never held accountable.
‘I can’t breathe’: Eric Garner remembered on the 10th anniversary of his chokehold death
Eric Garner’s mother, Gwen Carr, continues to mourn the loss of her son in the decade since he was suffocated to death by an NYC police officer. Carr continues to call for police and gun reform in the name of her son.
