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Protecting The Black Radical Project: A Call For Courage, Unity And Discipline In 2025 November 26, 2024

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Racial Justice Advocates Gear Up for Trump Budget Cuts November 23, 2024

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Facing Race’ conference convenes in St. Louis November 21, 2024

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The Ohio Ballot Board keeps a proposed voting rights amendment a single ballot issue November 20, 2024

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How the Facing Race Conference Is Meeting the Political Moment: A Conversation with Leslie Grant-Spann November 19, 2024

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Host Joy-Ann Reid to Headline Race Forward’s Facing Race Conference in St. Louis: Nov. 20-22 November 19, 2024

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Elections Politics & Gov Ballot board clears Ohio Voters Bill of Rights, organizers can begin collecting signatures November 18, 2024

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Backers of voting rights amendment can collect signatures after ballot board advances proposal November 18, 2024

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Ohio Ballot Board keeps proposed voter rights amendment a single ballot issue November 18, 2024

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Proposed ‘Ohio Voter Bill of Rights’ amendment cleared to collect signatures for ballot November 18, 2024

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Proposed ‘Ohio Voter Bill of Rights’ amendment cleared to collect signatures for ballot November 18, 2024

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COMMENTARY: Ohio’s voting purge intends to diminish our collective power November 8, 2024

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Race Forward appearance on Defense of Democracy podcast November 4, 2024

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Ohio's voting system affects BIPOC communities November 4, 2024

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How gerrymandering hurts Ohio’s Black voters, according to Organizing Collaborative November 2, 2024

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A Dangerous Disconnect: Trump And Vance’s Heartless Misunderstanding Of Child Care, A Quality Education November 1, 2024

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Virtual town hall looks to reach Black Ohioans, urge support for Issue 1 October 29, 2024

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To the Editor: Ohio's voting purge intends to diminish our collective power October 26, 2024

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Rep. Derek Kilmer Will Lead Rockefeller Foundation’s U.S. Program and Policy Team October 25, 2024

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Virtual town hall looks to reach Black Ohioans, urge support for Issue 1 October 25, 2024

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Christian Nationalism shouldn’t be the face of Christianity October 21, 2024

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Youngstown pastor among state religious leaders supporting Ohio Issue 1 October 10, 2024

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Communities of color, faith, stand behind Ohio Issue 1 redistricting reform October 1, 2024

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Opinion: Trump can vote despite his felony conviction. Millions of other Americans can't. September 30, 2024

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Opinion: Voters should choose their elected leaders, not the other way around September 30, 2024

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St. Louis Hosts ‘Cultural Week Of Action On Race And Democracy’ September 26, 2024

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Harmful rhetoric and political violence go hand in hand September 26, 2024

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Ohio’s Absentee Ballot Directive: There Is No Excuse For Making It Harder To Vote September 25, 2024

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Free concert, activities kick off cultural week of action September 24, 2024

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Vanport Mosaic organizes week of activations to reimagine historic Old Town September 18, 2024

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New proposal to add clarity for former felons when registering to vote in Florida August 23, 2024

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Autocrats Are Hiding Behind the Robes of Justice August 23, 2024

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Florida proposed rule could give former felons ‘clarity’ on voting August 22, 204

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Florida pursues 'game changer' overhaul of voter eligibility process August 22, 2024

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The “prosecutor vs. felon” line isn’t the slam dunk Team Harris thinks it is August 20, 2024

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Over $1 million raised for Baltimore Black-led organizations in just 24 hours August 14, 2024

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CLLCTIVLY crowd funding event tops $1.1M for Black-led businesses in Baltimore August 13, 2024

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Local crowdfunding campaign ‘CLLCTIVGIVE’ brings in $1.1 million for Black-led social change organization August 12, 2024

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Black Philanthropy Month: Maryland-Based Organization CLLCTIVLY Working To Fundraise $1.2M For State’s Black Businesse August 7, 2024

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Ohio groups respond to DeWine's take on anti-gerrymandering ballot measure August 1, 2024

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For National Security’s Sake, The U.S. Supreme Court Must Respect The Three Branches of Government August 1, 2024

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God Is Asking Us to Do More, Not Do It Alone July 31, 2024

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Civil Rights Group Respond to Gov. DeWine’s Comments About Citizens Not Politicians Amendment July 31, 2024

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Democrats should end felon attacks on Trump July 25, 2024

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Ohio’s Voter Purge “Disproportionately Targets Voters of Color,” Civil Rights Organizations Say July 25, 2024

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Stop calling Trump a ‘felon,’ Florida voting rights leader says July 25, 2024

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Ohio’s voter purge “disproportionately targets voters of color”, civil rights organizations say July 25, 2024

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Civil rights groups raise concerns about Ohio's voter purge July 23, 2024

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Groups criticize Ohio Secretary of State LaRose for making over 158,000 voters inactive July 23, 2024

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The Prosecutor Versus Felon Narrative Helps No One July 23, 2024

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Baltimore Mayor to Help Kickstart CLLCTIVGIVE July 23, 2024

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Desmond Meade: The Power of Language - Time to Ban the F-word (Even when Talking about Trump!) July 17, 2024

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Why Advocates Say the Media Narrative around Justice-Impacted People Must Change July 11, 2024

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Don't Water Down Juneteenth June 19, 2024

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5 Important Issues for Black Men This Election Cycle June 18, 2024

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Insights from Alabama survey exemplify necessity to amplify Black voices June 5, 2024

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Formerly Incarcerated People Face “Forever Punishment” in Collateral Sanctions May 19, 2024

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Fighting for Child Care in St. Louis May 19, 2024

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Tax Breaks for the Wealthiest or Childcare for Everyone? Duh! May 17, 2024

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Brown v. Board Of Education: 70 Years Later, Education Vouchers Are A Threat To Public Schools May 17, 2024

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Coverage Of Kim Godwin’s Exit From ABC News Feels Like Negative Framing May 17, 2024

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Can Recoverable Grants Be Used to Address Racial Inequity in Funding? May 16, 2024

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Childcare advocates rally at Ohio Statehouse May 14, 2024

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Child care facilities in Ohio close down for the day as workers call for change in state policy May 14, 2024

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On the Other Side of the Child Care Cliff, Over 1,000 Providers Stage One-Day Strike for A Day Without Child Care May 13, 2024

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‘Day Without Childcare’ demonstrators to Ohio lawmakers: ‘Show us the money!’ May 13, 2024

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National Day Without Child Care: DC Shouldn’t balance its budget on the backs of our babies May 13, 2024

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A National Day Without Child Care: Black Providers, Parents Explain Urgency Of The Moment May 13, 2024

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The child care system is broken. Here are 5 striking statistics that show why. May 13, 2024

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Hundreds rally at Statehouse to improve child care in Ohio May 13, 2024

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Affordable childcare rally at the Ohio Statehouse May 12, 2024

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Rev. Rhonda Thomas of Faith in Florida to Receive Honorary Doctorate of Divinity Degree May 10, 2024

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Day Without Child Care: How D.C. Mayor Bowser’s 2025 Budget Is Bad For Families And The Economy May 8, 2024

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This pooled fund is driving progress for early child care May 2, 2024

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The Biden administration wants to lower child care costs. But West Virginia needs to come up with more money to help implement the program May 1, 2024

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Silence Is Not Consent: Resistance Is Required Today, Tomorrow And Forever May 1, 2024

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House Bill 800: Why Senators Should Not Sell Louisiana (Or Any Other State) To Big Business April 30, 2024

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We've been talking about DEI all wrong April 2, 2024

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How the Black Southern Women's Collaborative is Giving Voice to the Purposely Ignored April 2, 2024

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Race Matters More Than a Red-Blue Kumbaya April 2, 2024

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Philanthropic Fund Has Raised Over $2M for Entrepreneurs of Color Pursuing Capital March 31, 2024

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Organizing the Hungry – Pastor Heber Brown III March 29, 2024

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How the New Georgia Project Engages Low-Propensity Voters March 28, 2024

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A Second Chance Should Be Our First Choice with Prison Reform March 22, 2024

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With Prison Reform, A Second Chance Should Be Our First Choice March 6, 2024

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Ohio Voters’ Bill of Rights Amendment combats Ohio’s missing voters problem March 6, 2024

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Revolve Fund Has Generated $10.9M in Additional Capital Access for People of Color-Led Businesses and Nonprofits March 6, 2024

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How Food Is A Runway To Build Power And Agency In Black Communities February 23, 2024

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Domanica Ede: Legislators, fund home-based child care February 22, 2024

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Freddie Gray’s Life Ignited a Movement for Black Food Sovereignty February 21, 2024

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Black Churches in Florida Step in to Teach Black History Amid Restrictions February 20, 2024

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Struggling To Process And Heal From Grief This Valentine’s Day? Try Writing February 14, 2024

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Baltimore Power Moves: BOPA gets a new CEO and CLLCTIVLY announces crowdfunding campaign, new hires February 7, 2024

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New Profit Invests $1.6 Million into 16 Organizations, Including Memphis Artists for Change January 29, 2024

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Louisiana makes history with new Black congressional district that includes Shreveport January 22, 2024

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Claudine Gay’s Most Impactful Journey Is Yet To Come January 5, 2024

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Petee Talley of the Ohio Unity Coalition Featured on Soledad O'Brien's Matter of Fact December 30, 2023

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Glow-Up: A Kwanzaa-Inspired Health And Beauty Transformation December 25, 2023

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United Women in Faith highlights devastating impact of war on women, children December 14, 2023

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Shayla Favor enters Franklin County Prosecutor's Race December 1, 2023

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A racial shift is needed. Why I want to service you as Franklin County prosecutor. December 1, 2023

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Shayla Favor Announces Run for County Office November 30, 2023

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Columbus councilwoman Shayla Favor announces she is running for Franklin County prosecutor November 30, 2023

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Columbus City Council member Shayla Favor says she's running for Franklin County prosecutor November 30, 2023

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Child Care Programs See Closures, Resignations and Tuition Hikes After Federal Funding Expires November 30, 2023

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Child care programs see closures, resignations and tuition hikes after federal funding expires November 30, 2023

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Shortage of Miami County childcare options should be addressed, organization encourages November 24, 2023

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How Femly’s CEO Aims to End Period Poverty Globally. An Incredibly Story! Arion Long w/ Karen Hunter November 15, 2023

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We Have A Moral And Divine Right To Learn Black History: That’s Why I Asked Churches To Teach It November 14, 2023

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Our history will not be erased. Rev. Rhonda Thomas November 12, 2023

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Black community uplift requires robust investment November 10, 2023

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Child Care Providers Reveal Empty Promises, False Narrative from Alabama Department of Human Resources November 9, 2023

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Groups rally to get Black voters to the polls November 4, 2023

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BVM, Ohio Unity Coalition visit Toledo to mobilize Black voters, advocate for Reproductive Health November 2, 2023

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Voter Purges Have Increased Substantially Over The Last Decade, But We Will Assert Our Right To Vote October 30, 2023

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True Power Rests With The People, And That’s Why Citizens Must Draw Ohio’s Legislative District Lines October 28, 2023

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The Fight Against Fearless Fund is a Fight Against Black Economic Advancement October 25, 2023

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Lurie Daniel Favors Chats with James Wahls, Revolve Fund October 19, 2023

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Op-Ed: How to Support Girls Globally October 11, 2023

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Op-Ed: Atlanta’s ‘Cop City’ Is Undermining Democracy October 7, 2023

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Transforming Alabama – and young voters. Nothing is off the table October 6, 2023

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How philanthropy can help parents and childcare providers October 2, 2023

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Workers Are About To Get Hit Hard By The Child Care Funding Crisis September 29, 2023

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Courageous Journeys: Black Women’s Resilience On The Path To Wellness September 27, 2023

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Ohio Republicans steamrolling over fundamental voting rights to suppress Black voices September 26, 2023

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Revolve Fund Raises $1.9 Million to Help Businesses Led by People of Color September 21, 2023

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What is the child care cliff? Its effect on families and caregivers, explained September 20, 2023

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e Childern learning and growing with their teacher in a daycare environment THEPALMER/E+/Getty Images Funding Cliff Means Closure Or Tuition Hikes For Child Care Centers Across The U.S. September 20, 2023

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Alabama legislators are on the wrong side of history September 18, 2023

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Civil rights groups host voter registration event for minority residents September 15, 2023

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Voting Rights Activists Stress Need for Citizen-Driven Redistricting Process September 14, 2023

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Emergency child care funding is about to end. Expect more daycares to hike prices, close. September 13, 2023

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As Ohio Statehouse redistricting begins again, mixed opinions on whether things will change September 12, 2023

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In redistricting fight, civil rights advocates must see themselves as endurance runners September 12, 2023

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Civil rights groups: Kick politicians out of Ohio redistricting September 7, 2023

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Young People Echo James Baldwin September 6, 2023

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End of Pandemic-Era Child Care Aid Spells Crisis for Millions of Working Moms August 20, 2023

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‘CLLCTIVLY’ Raises Over $1M In 24 Hours To Support Black-Led Organizations August 15, 2023

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Black social change organization raises $1.1M to support Black-led organizations in Baltimore August 14, 2023

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Don’t Be Confused – The Rejection Of Issue 1 In Ohio Was About Much More Than Reproductive Rights August 12, 2023

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History Repeats Itself. So Should Our Activism August 7, 2023

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Black Women Deserve Ease, And We’re Determined They’ll Have It August 1, 2023

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5 Things You Can Do To Recover From Failure July 28, 2023

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Here & Now: A Conversation with Sally Vonner July 27, 2023

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Black people are being erased from democracy. Here’s a way to fight back and win July 17, 2023

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Affirmative Action Decision Is a Call to Double Down on Racial Equity July 11, 2023

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It’s a Christian mandate to create a society where all flourish — SCOTUS keeps undermining it July 10, 2023

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Ohio Republicans Are Trying to Take Power From Voters. We Won’t Let Them July 3, 2023

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Meet Sally Vonner, The New General Secretary And CEO Of United Women In Faith July 2, 2023

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We Must Secure Black Youth’s Future Just Like Our Ancestors Tried To Do For Us July 1, 2023

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U.S. Supreme Court overturns affirmative action in college admissions June 29, 2023

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California owes reparations for making Ronald Reagan president June 29, 2023

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If children are our future, why is Ohio Senate's 'cruel' budget so anti-child? June 27, 2023

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On 1-Year Anniversary Of Dobbs Decision, Black Girls And Women Remain Critically Vulnerable June 25, 2023

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On 1-Year Anniversary Of Dobbs Decision, 3 Ways The Ruling Continues To Haunt Black Women June 24, 2023

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To change the South, we must invest in the South June 19, 2023

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Black Leaders Cautiously Hail Alabama Redistricting SCOTUS Decision Protecting Voting Rights June 9, 2023

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SCOTUS ruling on Alabama’s congressional maps could change voting in Louisiana June 8, 2023

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Alabama Redistricting Case: We Must Be Clear-Eyed About Where We Are And Where We Go From Here June 1, 2023

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The national disgrace of maternal mortality May 31, 2023

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‘National Day Without Child Care’ Demonstrates How Families And Businesses Come To A Screeching Halt Without Child Care May 10, 2023

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To Push Back GOP Extremism, Democrats Must Reinvest in Southern Communities May 9, 2023

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Ohio takes part in National Day Without Childcare, advocates call for more funding May 9, 2023

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Locals Rally at Ohio Statehouse for Affordable Childcare, Target Message towards Intel May 8, 2023

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What if childcare didn’t exist? Providers, parents take a stand on Day Without Childcare May 3, 2023

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DeWine must allocate more funding for child care May 1, 2023

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Alabama must value children and families enough to invest in child care April 26, 2023

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To Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey: The Opposite Of Woke Is Ignorance April 25, 2023

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Fund Us Like You Want Us to Win April 25, 2023

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Why Christian women are key to ending the criminalization of Black girls in schools April 11, 2023

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Tennessee's attack of first amendment right to protest turns attention away from real issues April 10, 2023

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Anti-Protest Laws Are Not About Safety, They Are About Silencing Dissent April 9, 2023

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Black Women’s History Month: Meet 7 Black Women Powering Change In Maryland April 3, 2023

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This Holy Week, We Must See And Condemn Christian Nationalism April 4, 2023

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Opinion: Lawmakers need to make child care more affordable, accessible April 4, 2023

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This Moment is Rife with Opportunities to Advance Racial Equity March 24, 2023

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To stem Black student attrition, higher ed needs to make decisions with these learners in mind March 22, 2023

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New Network to Boost Black Student Enrollment and Completion March 17, 2023

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7 Black Women Making History Today March 8, 2023

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Voting Rights are Under Threat Again But We Will Prevail March 7, 2023

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Remember and Recommit March 5, 2023

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Baltimore Leader Secures $20 Million to Support Black Leaders and Organizations After Learning of Foundation’s Closure  Feb. 17, 2023

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Biden administration requiring annual action plans on racial equity Feb. 16, 2023

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Dr. Keith Curry Joins the Tavis Smiley Show Feb. 14, 2023

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Fired up for first-ever Child Care Day at West Virginia Legislature Feb. 10, 2023

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Kendra Cotton of the New Georgia Project Joins the Lurie Daniel Favors Show Feb. 2, 2023

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Mourners call for police reform at Tyre Nichols' funeral Feb. 1, 2023

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Memphis Leader Tameka Greer: We Will Not Go Back to the Same Oppressive Systems Jan. 28, 2023

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‘1619 Project’ docuseries gives voice to untold history Jan. 27, 2023

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Whitmer to unveil 'Pre-K for All' proposal in State of the State Jan. 25, 2023

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Building Memphis' arts infrastructure one brick at a time Jan. 24, 2023

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Early Childcare Educators Applaud Introduction of House Bill 2854 for Early Childhood Education Funding & Care Jan. 24, 2023

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The Federal Government Must Strengthen And Protect Policies That Help Families And Early Childhood Educators Jan. 21, 2023

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In Alabama, tornadoes rattle historic civil rights community Jan. 14, 2023

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For MLK Holiday, Racial And Social Justice Leaders Urge Policymakers To Emulate Civil Rights Icon Jan. 15, 2023

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Alabama policymakers must fix childcare and start with adequate funding Jan. 11, 2023

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Floridians care about rising rents Nov. 27, 2022

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Children Suffer When Policymakers Short-Change Early Childhood Education And Care Nov. 20, 2022

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Redistricting helps Republicans in close fight for House control Nov. 15, 2022

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Funding grassroots groups fighting for change year-round Nov. 15, 2022

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When It Comes To The Climate Crisis, My Community Grounds Me; My Faith Calls Me To Action Nov. 10, 2022

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Lurie Daniel Favors w Ashley K Shelton Oct. 6, 2022

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Lurie Daniel Favors w Jasmine Burney Clark Oct. 4, 2022

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Schools should ban corporal punishment, and teach restorative justice instead Oct. 2, 2022

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‘We’re 50th by a mile.’ Experts tell lawmakers where Mississippi stands with health of mothers, children Sept. 27, 2022

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Group wants better healthcare for Mississippi mothers Sept. 27, 2022

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OP-ED: Voter Suppression Looks Like Voter Purges And Felony Disenfranchisement September 24, 2022

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Rising tide of censorship and scrutiny has schools scrambling to avoid backlash September 23, 2022

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Black Voters Are Fighting Racial Gerrymandering in Louisiana September 19, 2022

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Motion to block Orange County's rent control ordinance is denied September 15, 2022

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Advocacy Groups to hold Briefing Ahead of International Day of Democracy September 15, 2022

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Columbus strike is over, but that doesn't mean kids are getting what they deserve September 12, 2022

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As Classes Begin, A Reminder Why Police In Schools Aren’t The Answer To Students’ Safety September 3, 2022

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President Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Package a Start; More Must be Done for Black Women September 1, 2022

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Concern for how marginalized communities will be impacted by climate package September 1, 2022

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Ashley K. Shelton Joins the Lurie Daniel Favors Show August 29, 2022

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'Civically engaged' | Voter restoration drive held at Memphis Art House Café August 27, 2022

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It’s time to fully invest in our schools and community organizing July 19, 2022

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The Connection Between Wage Theft and the Climate Crisis July 7, 2022

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Prentiss Haney Discusses Redistricting in 2022 July 8, 2022

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The dangers of judicial cherry-picking July 1, 2022

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The impact of the Supreme Court Abortion Rights Decision on Women of Color July 1, 2022

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African American Leaders Speak Out on SCOTUS Roe Reversal June 24, 2022

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Kesi Foster Joins WURD with Charles Ellison June 23, 2022

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FEMA Isn’t the Only Solution to Climate Disaster. Government Must Fund Mutual Aid June 20, 2022

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Op-Ed: What Juneteenth Means to Me June 17, 2022

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The hurricane season and affordable housing June 10, 2022

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Florida cannot confront climate change without confronting lack of affordable housing June 10, 2022

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Black women give...it's time for philanthropy to invest in them June 6, 2022

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Jasmine Gripper Joins WURD June 6, 2022

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Getting Ready for Natural Disasters June 4, 2022

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Working Against Mass Incarceration May 24, 2022

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Oklahoma City Community Leaders Tackle Gun Violence At Summit May 23, 2022

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https://www.governing.com/government-quotes/christianity-supports-freedom-and-inherent-in-freedom-is-bodily-autonomy May 20, 2022

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Religious backers of abortion rights say God’s on their side May 20, 2022

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LIVE FREE to host 'Stand with Buffalo' concert to help bring comfort & hope May 20, 2022

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Faith on the ground in Buffalo: Voice Buffalo executive director Denise Walden May 17, 2022

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If The Supreme Court Ends Abortion Rights, Black Women Will Be The Ones Most Wounded May 12, 2022

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Gun Violence is a Public Health Crisis May 11, 2022

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People of color-led businesses and nonprofits need capital but infrastructure support, too May 11, 2022

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‘Beautifully Well’ Approach Helps Black Women With Stress Management And Wellness May 7, 2022

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Voting-rights attacks are an indicator of progress May 6, 2022

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Don’t Be Afraid: Pro-Abortion Rights Faith Leader Urges Compassionate Action Amid Roe v. Wade Fears May 4, 2022

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Put Some Respect On Her Name! POLITICO’s ‘Kamala’ Headline Called Disrespectful To Vice President April 29, 2022

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Illinois has been slow to spend some $50M in anti-violence funds. Some advocates are frustrated. April 27, 2022

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What’s Taught in School Impacts Us All. We Must Defend Anti-Racist Education April 24, 2022

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James Wahls on The Conversation on TYT April 18, 2022

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James Wahls on the Revolve Fund April 18, 2022

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OP-ED: Gun Violence Is A Public Health Crisis That Demands Public Health Solutions April 18, 2022

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Biden Administration Finally Approves TPS for Cameroonians April 16, 2022

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Beyond the “Ghost Gun” Ban, We Need Our Leaders to Fund Violence Prevention April 16, 2022

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Judge Jackson confirmed as first Black female high court justice April 11, 2022

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Black Women Elated By Jackson's Confirmation To US Supreme Court, Yet Some Fear Backlash April 8, 2022

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GOP's Anti-CRT Attacks Won't Work On Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson April 5, 2022

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Crisis communication expert Jennifer Farmer joins @LlamasNBC to discuss the latest March 28, 2022

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Why Voters Have the Right to a Real Chance at Representation March 11, 2022

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From Bloody Sunday to the Present, We Must Continue to Resist March 10, 2022

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OP-ED: The fight against voter suppression March 9, 2022

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OP-ED: The Double Whammy Of Immigration And Race For Black Migrants In The U.S. And Abroad March 8, 2022

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Gun Violence is an epidemic that requires in-depth research and solutions March 4, 2022

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The Mistreatment of Black Immigrants March 1, 2022

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UndocuBlack Network Urges Nation to Remember Black Immigrant Women This Women's History Month March 1, 2022

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Black women activists prepare to rally for Ketanji Brown Jackson, Biden's historic Supreme Court pick Feb. 26, 2022

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Gerrymandered Maps Are About Maintaining Power Feb. 24, 2022

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Antisemitic Pamphlets Distributed in Colleyville, Texas, Weeks after Synagogue Hostage Attack Feb. 23, 2022

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My Synagogue Was Attacked, but I Will Never Stop Welcoming the Stranger Feb. 23, 2022

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Justin Bieber’s new tour offers incentives for fans to do good, support nonprofits Feb. 22, 2022

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The UndocuBlack Network Builds Bridges of Empathy Feb. 22, 2022

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I’ve listened to racism without challenging it. After being taken hostage in Colleyville, I’ll never let that happen again. Feb. 22, 2022

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Redistricting Tactics Threaten to Suppress Black Representation in Louisiana Feb. 22, 2022

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The Importance of Biden’s Supreme Court Justice Nominee Feb. 21, 2022

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Black Immigrants Reflect on their Contributions to America Feb. 21, 2022

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Attacking the Right to Vote Has Been Going on for Years; So Too Must Our Advocacy to Preserve Democracy Feb. 17, 2022

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Voting Is Power: That’s Why It’s Under Attack Feb. 17, 2022

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How Congress Can Fight Anti-Semitism and Violence Feb. 13, 2022

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Nominating a Black Woman to the Supreme Court will Advance Justice and Democracy Feb. 9, 2022

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"We All Have to Be Prepared Feb. 8, 2022

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On "Cheer," Jada Wooten is a role model, despite the narrative of "too much"-ness spun around her Feb. 6, 2022

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Florida’s Congressional Redistricting Maps Spotlight How Much The Right To Vote Is Under Attack Feb. 6, 2022

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Black History Month: What if We Stop Denigrating and Start Loving Feb. 5, 2022

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Britt White Joins Reality Check with Charles Ellison Feb. 3, 2022

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All States Need Expanded Medicaid Access. Gerrymandering Prevents It. January 30, 2022

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Voting Rights Activists, Civil Rights Leaders Vow to Keep Fighting to Pass Voting Rights January 26, 2022

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Black Women: Voting rights bill fail 'problematic' January 20, 2022

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American Jewish Groups, Leaders Send Support To a Texas Synagogue After Hostage Situation -- And Look to What Comes Next January 19, 2022

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Jewish Leaders Renew Antisemitism Fight After Hostage Case January 19, 2022

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Texas Rabbi Who Was Held Hostage Says We Can't Live in Fear January 19, 2022

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Debunking the "Tough on Crime" Myth January 18, 2022

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Texas Synagogue Hostage Shares Escape Story, Says He Believes Attacker Was Mentally Ill January 18, 2022

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How Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker's Training Helped Fellow Hostages Survive the Texas Synagogue Attack January 17, 2022

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Texas Rabbi Recounts Dramatic Escape From Synagogue January 17, 2022

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‘I Did Not Think We Would Get Out’: Congregation Beth Israel Hostage Shares Terrifying Experience January 17, 2022

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Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker, who was held hostage last night with three congregants at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, TX, has released a statement through a spokesperson. January 17, 2022

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“It was terrifying. It was overwhelming. We’re still processing”: Rabbi Charlie Cytron Walker shares what he experienced inside the Texas synagogue where four hostages were held at gunpoint over the weekend. January 17, 2022

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Undocumented Black Immigrants Need Protections Too, an Advocate Says December 15, 2021

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Jennifer R. Farmer Joins Fox Soul's Black Report to Discuss Vice President Kamala Harris December 9, 2021

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BNC's @DerrickLewisTV joins #TheWorldTonight with more details about the Department of Justice's lawsuit against #Texas for its redistricting maps that are heavily impacting Black and Latino voters. December 7, 2021

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Black Parents Say Movement to Ban Critical Race Theory is Ruining Their Children's Education December 2, 2021

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Redistricting Threatens Decades of Black Voters' Hard-Fought Victories December 2, 2021

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Celebrate Female Generosity With These 10 Women November 30, 2021

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The 3-Year-Old Girl F.W. de Klerk Held Captive. 34 Years of Justice Deferred. November 24, 2021

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Activist Says it's Time for Change in Memphis After Rapper Young Dolph Killed November 19, 2021

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Op-Ed: Let's Not Get Distracted, Redistricting is Important November 18, 2021

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NDABEZITHA: The USA's $1.75 Trillion Promise to Me November 18, 2021

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Redistricting and the Power of Latino Unity (OPINION) November 9, 2021

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The Role Black Women Played in the 2020 Presidential Election is the One They Should Play in Redistricting November 8, 2021

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When It Comes to Immigration, Conventional Wisdom Is Wrong November 7, 2021

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'U.S. Immigration Policy is Racist' November 4, 2021

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No Path to Citizenship in New House Budget Bill November 3, 2021

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Immigration Activists Blasts Democrats Over Shrinking Immigration Plans November 2, 2021

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Aumenta Presión a Demócratas por Residencia Permanente para Indocumentados November 2, 2021

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OpEd: Don't Let Politicians Render Asian Americans Invisible October 30, 2021

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Legislature Buries Head In Sand On Criticism October 21, 2021

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Every Voice Matters: Why Redistricting Is Important October 19, 2021

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After Storms Batter Louisiana's Parishes, Black Women Lead The Way In Picking Up The Pieces October 14, 2021

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“First and Only” offers leadership advice to help Black women navigate the workplace October 12, 2021

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Without Intervention, The Climate Crisis May Result In Voter Suppression October 7, 2021

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Violence Against Haitians and the Fight for Black Migrant Justice October 9, 2021

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OP-ED: Who Will Draw The Lines? October 9, 2021

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Killer Mike and Robert Costa: Reform the Police | Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) October 8, 2021

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Without Intervention, Climate Crisis May Result In Voter Suppression October 7, 2021

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Real Talk About Redistricting September 30, 2021

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Wilson: Access Is Always Appropriate---Even In A Pandemic September 24, 2021

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Haitian Migrants Treated Inhumanely September 24, 2021

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Haitians see history of racist policies in migrant treatment September 24, 2021

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"It's always urgent when it's about vote, voice and power' September 23, 2021

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Parents Who Want Their Kids To Survive This Pandemic Need To Face The Facts September 17, 2021

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Property Owners Face Racist Biases September 13, 2021

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Women of Faith Can Help Advance Climate Justice September 13, 2021

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From COVID to Ida: Louisiana's marginalized 'see no way out' September 11, 2021

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To Ensure Abortion Access After 'Roe v. Wade,' Philanthropic Support Must Shift from National to Local Groups September 9, 2021

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To address climate change, address gender inequity September 3, 2021

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12 organizations directly helping Black, brown victims of Hurricane Ida September 2, 2021

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On Hurricane Ida, COVID-19, and trauma: Resilience cannot be a permanent state August 30, 2021

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Eliminate Impromptu Meetings August 29, 2021

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Black immigrants have been left out of policy decisions for too long, organizers say August 21, 2021

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Opinion: Preventing needless punishments, including some student arrests, demands new approaches as classes resume August 18, 2021

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Abortion is Already a State Issue--We Should Act Like It August 06, 2021

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Mother Earth Has Suffered Enough: We Need Stronger Methane Rules July 13, 2021

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As Haiti Faces Uncertainty, Local Advocates Implore Biden to Help Asylum Seekers July 13, 2021

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Nina Turner SCORES Markey Endorsement, Campaign Surrogate Details Why She’s Right For The Job July 10, 2021

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GOP Isn't Holding Back on Voter Suppression. Democrats Must Go On Offensive. June 26, 2021

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FOX SOUL's Black Report: Juneteenth, Critical Race Theory, Voting Rights, Ms. Opal, and Black Voters Matter June 21, 2021

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The Myth of the Invisible Black Father June 18, 2021

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The Myth of the Absent Black Father | Essay June 18, 2021

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Juneteenth: Why Representation Counts, and a Message to the Young Black Community June 16, 2021

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Man Up and Cry: Making Room for Men to be Vulnerable June 16, 2021

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'Children Deserve to be Taught': Teachers in 22 Cities are Planning Protests Over Laws Restricting Racism Lessons in Schools June 11, 2021

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OP-ED: Now Is the Time - Why the Senate Must Confirm Kristen Clarke Today May 25, 2021

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OPINION: How George Floyd Changed the World to Form a Break in the Chain of Oppression May 25, 2021

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Ronald Greene: Another Black Man Killed by Police With No End in Sight May 24, 2021

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The Connection Between COVID-19 and Diabetes is Cause for Pause--Especially for Black Americans May 19, 2021

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Leaders Urge Historic DOJ Confirmation of Kristen Clarke Against GOP Opposition May 13, 2021

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Nina Turner Advisor Jennifer R. Farmer gives Campaign Update May 13, 2021

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Black Women Leaders Promote a Day of Action to Confirm Department of Justice Nominee Kristen Clarke May 12, 2021

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Harris, Pelosi Make Joint Congress Speech Historic April 26, 2021

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Derek Chauvin found guilty on all counts in the murder of George Floyd: Updates April 21, 2021

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$100 Million Commitment to Address Racial Wealth Gap April 19, 2021

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Closing the racial wealth gap is a collective responsibility. Reparations are a solution. April 15, 2021

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Mother to Mother: A Woman Who Lost Her Child to Gun Violence Makes a Plea to Kamala Harris April 10, 2021

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Opinion: Marginalized Youth Need Real Change in Schools, Courts, Other Systems April 8, 2021

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Marginalized Youth Need Real Change in Schools, Courts, Other Systems April 5, 2021

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The Problem of Anti-Asian Violence is Not the Doing of Black People March 26, 2021

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Killer Mike's Greenwood Digital Banking Platform Raises $40 Million in Funding March 26, 2021

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PR Expert Jennifer Farmer Turned her Boss's Racist Comments into a Relatable Guide for Black Women March 24, 2021

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Black- and Brown-Led Gun Violence Prevention Groups Call for $5.3 Billion in Federal Funds March 18, 2021

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Opinion: Empathetic Leadership During the Storm March 17, 2021

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Democrats’ Appetite for Progressive Politics Gets Fresh Test in Ohio March 15, 2021

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Jennifer R. Farmer on JENerational Change Podcast March 11, 2021

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Opinion: If L.A. can defund its school police, so can Philadelphia March 9, 2021

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The Criminalization of the Invisible Black Woman March 8, 2021

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Will There Be Justice for George Floyd? March 2, 2021

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VP Harris adds new meaning to Black History Month February 25, 2021

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PR Veteran Shares How Black Women Can Thrive at Work and in Life in New Book February 25, 2021

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A COVID-19 relief blueprint for Ohio’s 11th Congressional District: Nina Turner February 24, 2021

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Tim Black's Inspiring Black Women Series February 13, 2021

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Author discusses structural barriers facing Black women in professional settings February 12, 2021

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Black Families Are Fed Up With The Status Quo In Education February 11, 2021

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PR Veteran’s Book Offers Strategic Advice to Black Women February 3, 2021

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JACK DANIEL’S HONORS THE FOUNDER OF AMERICA’S ONLY BLACK-OWNED TELECOM COMPANY FREDDIE FIGGERS February 3, 2021

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Black Church Action PAC Aims to 'Redeem America's Soul September 24, 2020

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Black church turnout effort mobilizes against alleged voter suppression September 29, 2020

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EDUCATION, RACIAL EQUITY If Young Black Lives Matter, Liberating Learning Matters September 24, 2020

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Volatility in the markets is ‘here to stay for a while’: Adviser September 22, 2020

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Congress must do more to protect people in prisons and jails and those re-entering the community September 9, 2020

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Nearly a Half a Century after Attica, Little Progress September 9, 2020

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Does America Need a Truth and Reconciliation Commission? August 16, 2020

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Ebony Magazine’s Creditors Duel Mystery Businessman Over Assets August 15, 2020

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Presidential election are not a factor driving market, expert says August 12, 2020

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Behind the Fall of Ebony July 26, 2020

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We Should Invoke the Genocide Convention in Response to Fatal Police Shootings August 2, 2020

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Back to Basics (Nkechi Taifa) July 16, 2020

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We Must Protest this Racial Injustice July 15, 2020

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For Walthour, suit is about equal opportunity for Black-owned businesses July 15, 2020

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Ebony’s Parent Company Ousts CEO July 9, 2020

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The Political Education of Killer Mke July 8, 2020

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EBONY Magazine announces leadership transition, plans to restructure July 7, 2020

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Ebony Magazine Removes CEO Willard Jackson Amid Investigation Into ‘a Number of Transactions’ July 6, 2020

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Ebony Magazine removes Willard Jackson Jr. as CEO amid investigation into his transactions July 6, 2020

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Conversations with Jacob Walthour Jr. July 6, 2020

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Leading Newark pastor to Gov. Murphy: “You can’t treat Black people like this.” July 5, 2020

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Ebony’s Parent Company Ousts CEO July 5, 2020

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Ebony Magazine Removes CEO Willard Jackson While Investigating Transactions, Promises To Make Good On Employee Pay July 5, 2020

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Big-City DAs Form Commissions to Help Heal From Racial Injustice July 1, 2020

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Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner Introduces New Collaborative Effort Aimed At Reducing Gun Violence In City July 1, 2020

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Twitter Email Krasner launches truth and reconciliation panel inspired by post-apartheid South Africa’s efforts July 1, 2020

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Philly DA Larry Krasner plans ‘truth, justice, and reconciliation commission’ to review harm caused by justice system July 1, 2020

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Prioritize Stable Homes, Stable Schools Program | Opinion June 30, 2020

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Black-owned firm sues after N.J. official allegedly says state is ‘not a fan’ of investing with minority-owned companies June 24, 2020

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BlackRock, New Jersey sued for alleged discrimination and theft June 24, 2020

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Black-Owned Investment Firm Sues New Jersey for Racial Bias June 23, 2020

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Black-owned manager sues in New Jersey over racial bias, fraud June 23, 2020

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Rapper Killer Mike: We could avoid 100 more years of racial turmoil by doing the right thing now June 18, 2019

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The True Meaning of Juneteenth June 19, 2019

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Protests Are Part of a Long-Standing Demand for Justice June 18, 2019

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Killer Mike On His Emotional Speech In Atlanta: I Said What Was In My Heart June 2, 2020

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The “Pro-Life” Movement’s Response to COVID-19 Reveals Its Hypocrisy May 30, 2020

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Killer Mike and T.I.’s Bankhead Seafood to feed health care workers May 28, 2020

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Black People Must Embrace the Second Amendment May 27, 2020

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For My Family, Seeing Their First-Gen Latina Daughter Walk Across the Stage Would Have Been Everything May 22, 2020

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Empire Writer Sixx John on What's Next May 19, 2020

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Tip “T.I.” Harris and Michael Render, pka Killer Mike, Team Up with PAWkids, Serve Meals to 500 Atlanta Residents & Gift Select Families with $500 in Cash May 6, 2020

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Killer Mike, T.I. Partner With Nonprofit To Serve Meals At Bankhead Seafood Market May 6, 2020

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T.I. AND KILLER MIKE DISH OUT HUNDREDS OF FREE MEALS!!! To Needy Atlanta Neighbors May 6, 2020

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Photos: T.I. and Killer Mike deliver hope and happiness May 6, 2020

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The Craziest Thing”: Georgia Hairdressers Weigh the Order to Reopen During a Pandemic April 23, 2020

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It's Too Early, GA ... I'M NOT REOPENING BARBERSHOPS, YET April 21, 2020

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Biggest Names in Entertainment Help Killer Mike Celebrate his 45TH Birthday on Instagram Live April 21, 2020

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When Siblings Become Teachers: It’s Not Just Parents Who Find Themselves Thrust Into the Demanding Role of At-Home Educators April 10, 2020

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Coronavirus Shows Gaps in the Gig Economy March 27, 2020

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The Lost Senior Year: Credits, Proms, Sports All in Jeopardy March 31, 2020

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Podcasts Give Churches a ‘Germ-Free’ Way to Minister March 27, 2020

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Re-Enfranchised Florida Voters Could Decide the Presidential Election March 19, 2020

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How Two Atlanta Rappers are Reviving a Beloved Restaurant March 11, 2020

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Killer Mike and T.I. Set to Launch Bankhead Seafood Food Truck in Spring March 5, 2020

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Desmond Meade Updates Joe Madison on the Fight for Voting Rights March 4, 2020

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Killer Mike, T.I. to reopen legendary Bankhead Seafood in Atlanta March 2, 2020

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Rapper Killer Mike dishes on relaunch of historic Westside restaurant (Video) March 2, 2020

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Killer Mike and T.I. Reveal Their Plans for Bankhead Seafood March 2, 2020

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Atlanta Rappers Killer Mike and T.I. Reveal Their Plans for Bankhead Seafood March 2, 2020

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T.I. and Killer Mike Re-Open Historic Black-Owned Restaurant In Atlanta March 2, 2020

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Killer Mike talks future of Bankhead Seafood at Douglass High School February 28, 2020

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Killer Mike Talks Breaking Ground On Westside’s Bankhead Seafood, 2020 Elections, Gentrification February 28, 2020

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Atlanta rappers T.I., Killer Mike unveil new rendering of updated historic seafood restaurant February 28, 2020

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Desmond Meade On Restoring Voting Rights w/ Felony Convictions in Florida + The Challenges Ahead February 25, 2020

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Why Editorial Board Meetings Should be a Part of Your Strategy April 25, 2018

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Why OpEds are So Important April 25, 2018

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Poor People’s Campaign to register voters on 20-state tour September 9, 2019

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The Online Abuse of Black Women Persists, and It Needs to Be Checked September 6, 2019

450

Poor People's Campaign Leader Speaks Out re ICE Raids August 30, 2019

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Extraordinary Impact on an Ordinary Budget: It's Possible with These Tactics August 30, 2019

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T.I. and Killer Mike step up to provide support for El Paso hero August 28, 2019

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Rev. William Barber: The DNC needs to hold a debate on poverty August 28, 2019

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Rev. Dr. William Barber calls on Democrats to host debate on poverty, racism August 23, 2019

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As Democrats Vie for African American vote, the black church is paying attention August 20, 2019

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Bernie Sanders and rapper 'Killer Mike' talk race, faith and hurt in America August 18, 2019

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We Can Create Public Safety Beyond Police August 17, 2019

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We Can Create Public Safety Beyond Police August 13, 2019

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Killer Mike reflects on Trump, Baltimore, ‘drug war reparations’ and Bernie Sanders August 7, 2019

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Left/right labels don't help – we must build a fusion coalition to defeat Trumpism August 6, 2019

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Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II on the Joe Madison Show July 31, 2019

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Edgar Villaneuva, author of Decolonizing Wealth July 28, 2019

463

Reducing Gun Violence By Healing Trauma July 10, 2019

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North Carolina Faith Group to Protest Migrant Separation July 16, 2019

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How I Forgave My Dad for Emotionally Neglecting Me June 28, 2019

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Charlotte Talks: Decolonizing Wealth In The Queen City June 26, 2019

467

Inside This Week's Hollywood Parties and Events June 24, 2019

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Author Simon Tam says black and brown artists aren't treated the same as White musicians June 17, 2019

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Commenting on cancel culture, Killer Mike says people shouldn't lose their jobs for what they say June 17, 2019

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Why Good Managers Overcome the Desire to Be Liked June 17, 2019

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Is the Jury System in Crisis June 3, 2019

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My Life as a GM Gypsy May 19, 2019

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For Black Americans, “Jury of Your Peers” Is a Hollow Phrase May 17, 2019

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People of Faith Must Help Disrupt the School-to-Prison-Pipeline May 16, 2019

475

How an Esteemed Media Trainer Preps Clients For the Big Interview May 14, 2019

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CNN Champions for Change: Killer Mike Reflects on Race and Activism May 13, 2019

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When Black Women Win; Humanity Wins: An Interview with Nina Turner May 13, 2019

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Gun Violence is Preventable; Here's Where We Should Start May 13, 2019

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I've Learned Mother's Day Doesn't have to Trigger Pain May 12, 2019

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Inaction is Not an Option This Earth Day April 22, 2019

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Is Felony Murder the Next Chapter in the Anti-Protest Movement? March 19, 2019

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Chance, Killer Mike, Meek Mill File Legal Brief in Supreme Court Case on Rap Lyrics March 7, 2019

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Hip-Hop Artists Give the Supreme Court a Primer on Rap Music March 6, 2019

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Killer Mike’s Opinion on Brands and Controversial Burberry Hoodie February 21, 2019

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Killer Mike on The Breakfast Club January 31, 2019

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Killer Mike on the Joe Rogan Experience January 23, 2019

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A Triggering Conversation with rapper Killer Mike January 25, 2019

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Don’t Wait Until 2020 to Invest in Youth Leaders December 13, 2018

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6 Steps to Ensure a Successful Editorial-Board Meeting August 30, 2017

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5 Reasons Your Communications Strategy Should Include Editorial Boards June 27, 2017

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