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Your Vote Matters: Why the 2020 Election is More Crucial Than Ever
With the upcoming election cycle just a few months away, it’s more important than ever to speak out and take action against injustice. In the fight against inequality, voting offers the ability for people to […]
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Three African Americans Step Into Top California Leadership Roles
Yolanda Richardson officially assuming their roles Sacramento at at time when the state is implementing deep cuts to its fiscal year 2020-21 budget in response to the global COVID-19
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Diaspora fears Trump return could spell trouble for minorities
Some Jamaicans in the United States are expressing fear that a win for President Donald Trump in Tuesday’s election will present greater dangers for minorities and further erode gains made over the years. Most are hanging on to hopes for a Joe...
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EXCLUSIVE OP-ED: My Plan to Lift Every Voice in Black America | Dallas Weekly
President Trump wants to paper over the living wound of racism. He’s issued Executive Orders and established a new national commission designed to whitewash our history—and deny the daily reality of being Black in America. He actively appeals to white supremacists and fans the flames of hatred and
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Chicago United Celebrates 45 years of Advocacy at 10th Annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards Dinner
Chicago United, a business organization that promotes multiracial leadership in business to advance parity in economic opportunity, will celebrate its 45th anniversary this year during its annual Changing Color of Leadership Conference and Bridge Awards
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Marcus Jadotte is Vice President of Public Affairs and Multicultural Development for NASCAR. In this role, Jadotte continues to oversee state and federal issues for NASCAR as well as management of several safety initiatives and military outreach programs. Jadotte became the first African-American
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In Tanzania, citizens will be allowed to vote using driving licenses - Face2Face Africa
Voters in Tanzania who have lost their voting cards can use their driving licenses or passports to vote in the upcoming general election, the country's Electoral Commission has announced. In a statement, it said the names on those documents should match with the details of a voter in the
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Judge Donald nets 2020 Liberty Achievement Award - TSDMemphis.com
Judge Bernice B. Donald is the recipient of the 2020 Liberty Achievement Award. Sponsored by Thomson Reuters, the award was established to recognize attorneys and judges for leadership roles in promoting diversity in the profession of law. Donald is currently a Circuit Judge on the United States
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Ivory Coast: Ruling party hails vote success, opposition says 12 dead | Africanews
Voters cast their ballots in Ivory Coast's heated presidential election on Saturday and now they wait eagerly to see who will be the next leader of one Africa's fastest-growing
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Global Coronavirus Cases Hit 40M – Free Press of Jacksonville
By WI Web Staff - The number of reported global coronavirus cases hit 40 million Monday, as infections trend upward in Europe and the U.S. As of Monday afternoon, 40,246,655 coronavirus cases and 1,115,985 related [...]
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Why Voting Is Important
“Voting is your civic duty.” This is a pretty common sentiment, especially each November as Election Day approaches. But what does it really mean? And what does it mean for Americans in particular?
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All You Need to Know About Leptospirosis | Brothers on Sports
It’s common knowledge that we should make necessary preparations in holding down our home from strong winds, heavy rainstorms, and even devastating hailstorms that might cause injuries and dents to our roof during hurricane season. But there are even more things to consider when we are preparing
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Ford unveils proposal to boost Black history lessons in Illinois schools | The Crusader Newspaper Group
Crusader Staff Report Alarmed that the traditional teaching of history has failed to provide students with a comprehensive education that includes the perspectives of marginalized communities, state Representative La Shawn K. Ford, (D-Chicago) on October 9 at a press conference at the DuSable
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The first Black pilot to fly for Britain during WWI was Jamaican. After decades, his ID bracelet is up for sale - Face2Face Africa
One of the largest and deadliest conflicts in history is the First World War which was fought between 1914 and 1918. With major European superpowers together with their allied non-European forces fighting against each other for supremacy, the war left nothing but emotional and physical ravaging
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2020 BBB Texas Professional Women's Conference Event Countdown | Dallas Weekly
The 2020 Texas Professional Women’s Conference is a safe, affordable and flexible way to connect with fellow businesswomen across Texas! The virtual event starts at 9 a.m. on Oct. 22. The $25 registration fee provides access to presentations from seven dynamic speakers, a virtual networking
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The Importance of Voting
In 2020, all eligible Americans can vote for the next president of the U.S. Many may decide to vote on Nov. 3, and those who do not plan on it should reconsider. It is important to let your voice be heard, and voting does just that because it lets people choose who they want to...
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Daughter of COVID Victim Works to Honor Father's Memory | BlackPressUSA
NNPA NEWSWIRE — “My father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s 10 years ago and I was under no illusions that he would live forever but never, in my wildest dreams did I think he’d die like this, without his family by his side. I wish we could have talked to him. We couldn’t see him at all. That was
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63-Year-Old Black Man Granted Parole After Spending Nearly 24 Years in Louisiana Prison for Stealing Hedge Clippers | The Crusader Newspaper Group
By Zach Linly In August, The Root reported that 63-year-old Fair Wayne Bryant—who was given a life sentence for stealing a pair of hedge clippers in Shreveport, La., more than 20 years ago—was denied a request to have his sentence reviewed by the Louisiana Supreme Court. Since Bryant had already
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Public schools reopening November 9th for grades 10, 11 and 12 - Stabroek News
Education Minister Priya Manickchand yesterday announced that public schools will be reopening their doors from November 9th to hold classes for students of grades 10, 11 and 12 and she assured that COVID-19 best practices would be in place to ensure the safety of both teachers and their
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White House unleashes on Fauci after criticism of Atlas and Trump's pandemic response - L.A. Focus Newspaper
The White House on Saturday unleashed on Dr. Anthony Fauci, the country's leading infectious disease The post White House unleashes on Fauci after criticism of Atlas and Trump's pandemic response appeared first on L.A. Focus Newspaper.
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Garland ISD Education Foundation Receives $25,000 Donation to Launch Student Scholarship
In addition to powering our community, Atmos Energy is also now powering the future of Garland ISD students. Atmos Energy recently donated $25,000 to the Garland ISD Education Foundation (GEF), …
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Namibia president not happy white population won't vote for his party - Racial politics explained - Face2Face Africa
'I have never seen it that way, and they (white Namibians) said anything else but Swapo. I have noted that and I will not forget that. People are declaring war against Swapo. Swapo who made them enjoy peace and unity and enjoy their comfort. The comfort you have been enjoying all this time and
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The beauty of the queen sacrifice - Stabroek News
A queen sacrifice in chess is the most electrifying concept in the cerebral game. The article The beauty of the queen sacrifice appeared first on Stabroek News.
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Sigma Gamma Rho Elects Rasheeda Liberty as Its New International Grand Basileus - Watch The Yard

Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. announced today that Rasheeda S. Liberty has been elected the 25th International Grand Basileus of the organization during the sorority's 58th Biennial Boule. As International Grand Basileus, Ms. Liberty, 26-year member of the sorority, will lead the organization

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Senator Morris got a bit too personalLast Sunday's Observer column written by Senator Floyd Morris, headlined 'Mission: Comrade unity', smacked of elements of unfairness not usually associated with the author.
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