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National Urban League’s Urban Civil Rights Museum In Harlem Defies Trump’s Crusade To Rewrite American History

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“He can try to rewrite history, but we have the receipts. And as the Smithsonian’s exhibits magnificently illustrate, African Americans have survived — and overcome — much worse than the frothings of a puffed-up president who fancies himself a king.” — Eugene Robinson By Marc H. Morial, President and CEO, National Urban League – The history […]
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Chi-Town Native, Pope Leo II Elected as the New Head of the Catholic Church: A Vision of Unity, Justice, and Environmental Stewardship

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VATICAN CITY — In a historic moment that is already sending ripples through the global religious community, the College of Cardinals has elected a new pope: Chicago-born Giovanni Cattaneo, now Pope Leo II. Known for his unwavering commitment to social justice, interfaith dialogue, and environmental stewardship, Pope Leo II’s election marks a bold new direction […]
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Bishop T.D. Jakes to Pass the Mantle: Daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and Son-in-Law Touré Roberts to Lead The Potter’s House

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By Edrea Davis – In a historic and emotional announcement during Sunday service, Bishop T.D. Jakes revealed plans to appoint Pastors Sarah Jakes Roberts and Touré Roberts as the next senior pastors of The Potter’s House, one of the world’s largest and most influential churches. The transition, set to take place later this year, marks […]
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Tamela and David Mann Launch the Live Breathe Fight Tour With Erica Campbell, Tye Tribbett, Karen Clark-Sheard, and Kierra Sheard

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The Black Promoters Collective powers the nationwide celebration of faith, resilience, and gospel excellence. By Edrea Davis – Tamela and David Mann are bringing their signature blend of music, faith, and inspiration to stages across the country this spring with the launch of The Live Breathe Fight Tour. Set to kick off May 15 in Fort […]
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NCNW Issues Statement on The Passing of Former Labor Secretary Alexis Herman

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The National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) deeply mourns the loss of the 23rd Secretary of Labor, Alexis M. Herman. NCNW National Chair, Dr. A. Lois Keith, and President and CEO Shavon Arline-Bradley issued the following statements: NCNW National Chair, Dr. A. Lois Keith said, “Our hearts are heavy from this loss. My friend, Sec. Herman provided […]
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Business

Michael Bland Named Executive Director of Black Men Vote, Pledging to Elevate Black Male Political Engagement

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Washington, D.C. — Black Men Vote (BMV), a leading nonpartisan organization committed to boosting Black male voter turnout and civic engagement, has tapped veteran political strategist Michael Bland as its new executive director. Bland, who brings more than a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership and electoral strategy, is widely recognized for his work in […]
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 HBCU Green Fund unit des jeunes de 16 pays africains pour lancer le plan d’action #Road2Belém et présenter une déclaration pour la justice climatique

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DAKAR, SÉNÉGAL – À l’occasion de la journée internationale de la Terre 2025, le Réseau pour un avenir durable en Afrique d’HBCU Green Fund a organisé une réunion virtuelle dynamique réunissant des jeunes leaders de 16 pays africains et de la diaspora africaine. Avec l’appui de son bureau basé à Dakar, cet événement a marqué […]
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Environment

HBCU Green Fund Launches Bold Earth Day Initiative: Road to Belém — One Struggle, One Future

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WASHINGTON, D.C.— On Earth Day 2025, the HBCU Green Fund’s Sustainable Africa Future Network convened a powerful virtual gathering of youth leaders from 16 African countries and across the African Diaspora. United under the banner “Road to Belém: One Struggle, One Future (#Road2Belem),” the youth launched a bold Call to Action and announced the launch […]
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Flashback to the 1930s: Racism Rebranded, Democracy Unraveled—Where Do We Go From Here?

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By Edrea Davis – In the 1930s, Germany didn’t collapse overnight or simply hand the reins over to Adolf Hitler. It crumbled slowly, legally, and with the consent of millions who watched democracy erode—believing their institutions were too strong to fail. Democracy gave way to dictatorship not through a sudden coup, but through laws, propaganda, […]
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