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On August 6, we commemorated the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a pivotal legislation that secured voting rights for Black Americans. Sadly, since 2010, more than 25 states have implemented restrictive laws that suppress voter par...
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The AFL-CIO highlights that President Trump often claims he advocates for working individuals, vowing to safeguard "Black jobs." However, these assertions have proven hollow. Since his inauguration in January, Trump's administration has fostered empl...
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"A civilized society inherently seeks to assist those struggling to provide for their basic needs. Witnessing the dismantling of such support merely to allocate greater tax advantages for the wealthy is not just objectionable; it is profoundly inhuma...
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During his college years, Zelda Hill observed subtle shifts in his father's behavior. The man known for his attention to detail began to forget recent news, confuse dates, and lose his way in familiar surroundings.Previously, Hill had attributed me...
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The Texas for All Coalition, alongside national affiliates and state organizations, has declared a National Day of Action. Scheduled for Saturday, August 16th, these marches aim to oppose Donald Trump’s federal overreach not merely in Washington D.C....
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(Photos: YouTube Screenshots) - Media advocacy organization Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is urging an urgent United Nations Security Council assembly in light of Israel’s targeted killings of six journalists, four affiliated with Al Jazeera, on Su...
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DTU Fellows Robert Hill and Ukeme Offiong are set to lead The Dallas Examiner's highly anticipated event, "Hidden Gems of South Dallas 2025." This initiative aims to spotlight the vibrant culture and hidden treasures within South Dallas, offering a u...
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“The UN took a strong stand against apartheid; and over the years, an international consensus was built, which helped to bring an end to this iniquitous system. But we know too well that our freedom is incomplete without the freedom of the Palestini...
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(Photos: YouTube Screenshots) - The Palestinian Center for Development and Media Freedoms (MADA) vehemently condemns the assassination of six journalists by the Israeli government. MADA declares, “strongly condemns, in the harshest terms, the horrifi...
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A homeless encampment outside Second Avenue Commons represents a troubling trend, as this site joins numerous others cleared since Pittsburgh formalized its policy two years ago. Advocates and outreach professionals argue that these closures obscure...
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Amidst global turmoil—ranging from political strife to climate upheaval—Black celebrities showcased that fashion remains a potent form of self-expression this summer. Rather than simply making appearances, they transformed public spaces into vibrant...