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#Election2020: Women power 'More Perfect Union' during night 3 of virtual DNC | The Atlanta Voice
In tandem with celebrations of the 19th Amendment, Day 3 of the Democratic National Convention sought out to honor another historic moment: Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., accepted the party’s nomination for vice president—making her the first Black woman and first Asian-American to be nominated for
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Kamala Harris talks vision for the nation | Chicago Defender
The Democratic National Convention Committee released a selection of excerpts from the remarks of the Democratic nominee for Vice President of the United States, Senator Kamala Harris The post Kamala Harris talks vision for the nation appeared first on Chicago Defender.
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What California knows about Kamala Harris - Voice and Viewpoint
By Ben Christopher | CalMatters More than any other vice presidential contender in a generation, Kamala Harris’ biography is singularly Californian. Born and bussed to school in Berkeley, tested by San Francisco’s cut-throat municipal politics and propelled onto the national stage as the
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Reds announcer Thom Brennaman suspended after saying homophobic slur on-air - TheGrio
Cincinnati Reds announcer Thomas Brennaman has been suspended after using a homophobic term live on-air. The broadcaster was commentating on... View Article The post Reds announcer Thom Brennaman suspended after saying homophobic slur on-air appeared first on TheGrio.
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Guy Responsible For Shooting Megan Thee Stallion In Her Feet Could Face Felony Charges Soon
The Los Angeles Times reports the Los Angeles County district attorney's office is currently reviewing a potential felony charge of assault with a firearm in the investigation involving Tory Lanez.
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How to help preserve historic home in one of Maryland’s oldest African-American neighborhoods | WTOP
… of Maryland's oldest African-American neighborhoods and transform it into … one of Maryland’s oldest African-American neighborhoods and transform it into … nation to preserve and restore African-American history, and we couldn’t …
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Jamaica’s Criminalization of Locs Is Anti-Black
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Student voice ignored on McCormack field - The Bay State Banner
There has been a lot of controversy about whether the John W. McCormack Middle School’s field on Mount Vernon Street should be leased to the Boys & Girls Club. On Aug. 5, the School Committee decided to lease it. I have to say I disagree with this
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Facebook announces $40M in grants to Black-owned businesses - Atlanta Tribune
Facebook Announces $40M in Grants to Black-Owned Businesses; Additional Commitments to Support the Black Community Facebook today announced an update on its commitment to support the Black community, including new initiatives and product updates. This includes dedicating $40 million to helping
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ACLU report shows despite COVID-19, fatal police shootings continue - Atlanta Tribune
ACLU Report Shows Despite COVID-19, Fatal Police Shootings Continue Report Shows Significant Racial Disparities in Police Killings Continue Despite Protests Today, the American Civil Liberties Union released “The Other Epidemic: Fatal Police Shootings in the Time of
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India’s Textile Hubs Reel as Laborers Stuck Home
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Anti-vaccine group sues Facebook for blocking posts
Anti-vaccination activists accusing Facebook of censorship have taken their battle to court. Children's Health Defense, founded by prominent anti-vaccination activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr., filed ...
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Philly Artist Louie V Gutta Sends Powerful Message in New Visual, "Black Man in Amerikkka"
Louie Gutta V's "Black Man in Amerikkka" is a call to action, unapologetically speaking to the perils faced in Black communities around the country.
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Lakers will wear Black Mamba jerseys to honor Kobe Bryant during playoffs - DefenderNetwork.com
The Los Angeles Lakers plan to honor Kobe Bryant with a special jersey to kick off Mamba Week in tribute to the late hoops icon. As reported by CBS Sports, the snakeskin print jerseys were designed by Bryant himself before his untimely death at age 41 in a helicopter crash in January. He and his
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AAC champion Tigers know ‘nothing will be handed to us’ - TSDMemphis.com
While there are skeptics to whether there will be college football in the South this fall because of COVID-19, the University of Memphis is planning on there being a season. The play-or-not play question has been answered in some conferences. The Big 10 and the Pac 12 already have agreed to
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Voters are suing the USPS, Trump over changes ahead of election - DefenderNetwork.com
Four voters from different states are suing President Donald Trump, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, and the U.S. Postal Service (USPS). According to Politico, the voters filed their suit in federal court in Washington D.C., due to changes within the agency that voters say are infringing on their
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Anti-Vaccine Group Sues Facebook for Blocking Posts
Anti-vaccination activists accusing Facebook of censorship have taken their battle to court.
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Trump required to produce tax returns, judge says - TheGrio
President Donald Trump's attempt to keep his tax returns private has been blocked by a federal judge who ruled the... View Article The post Trump required to produce tax returns, judge says appeared first on TheGrio.
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The Philo Streaming Network Adds TV One To Its Channel Lineup
An emerging streaming app is about deliver even more Black excellence to its viewers. A new partnership is set to give our culture a bigger platform to shine. This week Philo and TV One announced a distribution agreement, adding the channel to Philo's lineup of 60+ channels for $20 per month. This
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Blackfishing, Influencers And Cancel Culture: A Tangled Web
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Kamala Harris to deliver her Vice President acceptance speech on Wednesday - African American News Today - EIN News
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Opportunity in Crisis: Renewal and Reformation in the Era of COVID-19
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Facebook announces $40M in grants to Black-Owned Businesses | The Michigan Chronicle
Facebook and its financial support can help to alleviate the immediate financial pressures that many businesses are facing from COVID-19 closures The post Facebook announces $40M in grants to Black-Owned Businesses appeared first on The Michigan Chronicle.
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August 20, 2020 - DefenderNetwork.com
In this week’s Defender… The United States Postmaster might have suspended his efforts to make sweeping changes to the postal service, but Harris County is moving full speed ahead with making sure Houstonians’ votes are counted. As you develop your voting plan, this week’s Defender is a helpful
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