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The Black census counts too
Getting counted in the census might seem trivial, especially when faced with systemic obstacles, financial instability and the lack of essential resources. In the Black community, there is more to getting counted than it seems: the question of why Black people should get counted travels deep
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Powell, Adam Clayton, Jr. (1908-1972)
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., preacher, civil rights activist, and national politician, was born to Mattie and Adam Clayton Powell, Sr. in New Haven, Connecticut, on November 29, 1908.  Young Powell grew up in New York City, New York since his father, a Baptist preacher, became pastor of the historic
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Michigan Unemployment Extended 20 Weeks | Uncategorized | The Michigan Chronicle
Michigan officials announced Thursday citizens whose 39 weeks of unemployment benefits have ceased can get an extension of up to 20 weeks.  As a result of COVID-19, Michigan has suffered from record numbers of statewide unemployment cases. State officials say the nearly five-month-long extension
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Charles McGee
Charles McGee was an African American pilot in the 332nd Fighter Group. Deployed to Italy in 1944, McGee saw action both escorting heavy bombers on missions to Europe, and engaging enemy fighter aircraft.
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Former Atlanta librarian becomes PatchMaster franchise owner | The Atlanta Voice
Former Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System librarian Derek Wilson announced that he's the owner of the first PatchMaster franchise, a specialty drywall business, in the Atlanta region. “I look forward to bringing a quality service to homeowners and property managers in my area,” Wilson
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Source: The Atlanta Voice
North Charleston, once a retreat for those affected by gentrification, now under pressure
… loop — especially those in the African American community — will be most harmed … near Park Circle was an African American enclave, self-sufficient, thriving. Retail … culture and history of traditionally African American neighborhoods. "You can argue …
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Expansion of NYC Care and Mental Health Services to address disparate impact of COVID-19 on people of color | New York Carib News
Mayor de Blasio, Taskforce on Racial Inclusion Equity co-chairs First Lady Chirlane McCray, Deputy Mayor J. Phillip Thompson, Deputy Mayor Dr. Raul Perea-Henze, and Executive Director Grace Bonilla announced immediate action to expand access to primary healthcare providers through NYC
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Tunapuna man shot dead at home - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
Police are trying to establish the motive for the murder of a 32-year-old Tunapuna man on Sunday night. Police said Rodney "Buggs" Nimblett was at home at Upper Maingot Road, First Trace, Tunapuna, at around 7.10 pm, when he was shot several times. A relative who was nearby heard the gunshot
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St. Philip’s Protestant Episcopal Church, New York City (1809- )
St. Philip’s Protestant Episcopal Church was the first African American Episcopal parish in New York City, New York.  It was also one of the largest Christian congregations in the United States at one
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History of Juneteenth, African American struggle addressed by Charleston cultural groups
It is unclear what caused the delay in getting the news to Texas, but it is widely thought that members of this large group were the last to be granted their freedom after the Civil War, hence the commemoration of June 19 as a milestone and day of jubilation called
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Q&A: Mine Subasi Stands For … Integration - Florida Tech News
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DR NJENGA: Timely and accurate data can reduce Covid stigma
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Coming Soon to California: A ‘Zero-Fee’ Public Banking Option | Post News Group
Proponents of public banking in California say Wall Street banks have failed low-income communities, particularly people of color. They also say the public banks will provide easier access to capital that will be critical to helping small businesses and neighborhoods rebound after the
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S.C. girl dead, 13 injured after shooting at 'unauthorized concert'
A 14-year-old girl was fatally shot at what police have described as an 'unauthorized concert' in North Charleston, South Carolina... View Article The post S.C. girl dead, 13 injured after shooting at 'unauthorized concert' appeared first on TheGrio.
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‘Those Lashes’: Celebs Mimi Faust and La La Anthony Gush Over Cyn Santana's Son’s Adorable Photos
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Family loses home in Cummings Lodge arson - Stabroek News
A Cummings Lodge family has been displaced by a recent fire which was an act of arson. The article Family loses home in Cummings Lodge arson appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Major decrease seen in serious crime so far -Top Cop - Stabroek News
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has recorded a 46.6% decrease in serious crimes for the year thus far, Commissioner of Police (ag) Nigel Hoppie has announced. The article Major decrease seen in serious crime so far -Top Cop appeared first on Stabroek News.
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UniCycle hits target - Uniform recycling initiative meets goal to collect and distribute 1,000 khaki uniforms
With some 300 uniforms collected in 2020, UniCycle Jamaica has hit its goal of collecting and distributing 1,000 gently worn khaki uniforms to students in need across the island. Unicycle Community Outreach Director Maria Greenland recently turned...
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The calculated oppression of working Americans - The Bay State Banner
Although it was originally supposed to provide an opportunity for workers to meet and develop their political power, Labor Day has become little more than a paid vacation. However, on Labor Day this year, voters who work for a living, even those whose employment has been interrupted by
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Source: The Bay State Banner
‘Mini Murals’ designed to bring awareness to human trafficking in Houston - DefenderNetwork.com
A new public art installation in greater Northside Houston is aimed at raising awareness of and providing resources to victims and witnesses of human trafficking. Part of UP Art Studio'sMini Muralsprogram, with funding through the city of Houston, the murals — highly colorful and visible from the
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Guyana maintains Tier 1 ranking in efforts against human trafficking - Stabroek News
For the fourth consecutive year, Guyana has maintained its Tier 1 ranking for its efforts to combat human trafficking,  although the government has been called upon to to implement and train law enforcement officials and front-line responders in written trauma-informed victim identification and
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Job Opportunity at Tanzania Red Cross Society, Wash Officers - The Tanzania News
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4 Job Opportunities at Tanzania Red Cross Society, Assistant Pharmaceutical Technician - The Tanzania News
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Police probe Felicity man's death - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday
Homicide investigators are probing the death of a 58-year-old Felicity man on Monday. Police said a relative of Mohanlal Dwarika visited his home at around 7 am only to find his body in a bedroom. The relative called the police and members of the Central Division and the Homicide Investigati
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VIDEO: Tik-ed Off: Women Jailed For Innocent TikTok Dance Clips – The Wilmington Journal
Egyptian judge finds them guilty of “human trafficking,” claims their Western-style routines could “seduce” other young women.  The post VIDEO: Tik-ed Off: Women Jailed For Innocent TikTok Dance Clips appeared first on Zenger News.
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What’s Going on in Texas?
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Australian State Victoria’s Parliament To Debate Electric Car Tax – The Wilmington Journal
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4 Job Opportunities at Tanzania Red Cross Society, Clinical Officers - The Tanzania News
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Top Tips For Tattooing on Dark Skin - Black Millennials
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The George Floyd Memorial Foundation, founded by the family of George Floyd, and the Texas A&M University-Commerce African American Male Mentorship Program (AAMMP) have partnered to create the “Be His Legacy” internship program. Scheduled to launch in January 2021, this
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