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Sixty years post the enactment of the Voting Rights Act by President Lyndon B. Johnson on August 6, 1965, Black Americans are encountering diminished progress while battling previously secured rights. This perspective echoes among advocates dedicated...
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From October 4 to 7, 1864, in Syracuse, New York, the National Convention of Colored Men convened to advocate for the abolition of slavery and voting rights for Black men. This assembly included delegates from various states, highlighting a collecti...
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When President Lyndon Johnson enacted the Voting Rights Act in 1965, it marked the culmination of years of resistance, legal battles, and the courageous stance of Black Americans and their allies against the violence often associated with the quest f...
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In 1948, a tumultuous time for Black Americans' voting rights, I had yet to be born. Just three years after the triumph over fascism, Black citizens were ready to confront domestic racism. It was a year marked by both martyrdom and bravery, and I rec...
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Emerging young Black voters grasp the significance of their participation and the looming threat to voting rights in recent years. Mariah Queen, a political science major at Delaware State University, emphasizes, “As we transition into the real world...
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Adversaries of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 have sought to undermine this pivotal legislation via judicial challenges, congressional efforts, and state-level actions. Contributor Tonya Rivens recently engaged with two individuals striving to preserv...
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**This Week in Black History: July 16-23**July 16, 1862 marks the birth of Ida B. Wells-Barnett in Holly Springs, Mississippi. A passionate journalist and anti-lynching advocate, her editorials incited such fury among Whites in Memphis that her newsp...
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Unsubstantiated claims connecting severe weather to human attempts at weather modification are again circulating on social media. The flash flooding that struck the Guadalupe River in Texas on July 4, tragically resulting in at least 134 fatalities—i...
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Former U.S. Representative Jesse Jackson Jr. is taking preliminary steps toward a potential comeback in Congress. On Monday, he revealed the establishment of an exploratory committee as he contemplates a campaign for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional Distr...
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The nominees for the 77th Emmy Awards have been announced, showcasing a significant presence of Black talent. On July 15, Running Point star Brenda Song, What We Do in the Shadows' Harvey Guillén, and Television Academy Chair Cris Abrego took part in...
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House Republicans recently thwarted a Democratic initiative aimed at compelling the Trump administration to disclose files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s death and subsequent investigation. On Monday, July 14, the House Rules Com...
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Blueprint Vibes underscores the necessity of having a clear vision and disciplined execution when it comes to financial planning. A solid strategy incorporates specific goals alongside a comprehensive roadmap, steering your finances toward significan...
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The article titled MR SONNY KNOWS, dated July 16, 2025, was initially published by the Chicago Defender. The piece showcases insights and narratives stirring within the vibrant world of entertainment, highlighting pertinent trends and notable figures...
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The Chicago Sky faced their 14th defeat of the season against the dominant Minnesota Lynx at Wintrust Arena on Monday night. Despite the disparity in records, both teams exhibited a closely contested matchup. Angel Reese maintained her stellar perfor...
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The nominations for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards feature prominent Black artists, including Quinta Brunson, Ayo Edebiri, Stephen Graham, Sterling K. Brown, and RuPaul Charles, all of whom received multiple nods. Notably, for the first time, Black w...