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I hesitated to pen this piece, concerned that it might be misinterpreted as self-referential. My own adversities are minor compared to the relentless challenges faced by Black women in positions of influence. Currently, my involvement is voluntary,...
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The inaugural logo of the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) originated from a drawing that caught my eye in a gallery window during a stroll through Cambridge, Massachusetts, the birthplace of CDF. Created by five-year-old Maria Coté, the artwork depicts...
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Donald Trump narrowly triumphed over Kamala Harris by a mere 1.5 percentage points, amassing 312 Electoral College votes. Notably, Trump garnered 48% of the Hispanic voter demographic, a significant improvement from his loss against Joe Biden in 20...
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As the nation commemorates the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Damon T. Hewitt, the President and Executive Director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, released a poignant statement reflecting on the 2005 devastation:“Two d...
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In 2008, James Carville famously suggested the Republican Party might be on the brink of demise following Barack Obama's election. Fast forward to today, and Republicans, led by the capable Donald Trump, find themselves in an evolving landscape that...
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The gravest deception in contemporary cities is not articulated by criminals in shadowy streets but rather by officials in brightly lit press conferences, adorned with vibrant charts. This perilous illusion of safety is crafted not through the reduct...
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Imagine America’s globe-trotting CEO, famed for “The Art of the Deal,” executing a tariff initiative as subtle as a freight train negotiating with a hockey-enthusiast neighbor. Canada enters the trade talks exuding confidence and vowing “maximum pain...
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U.S. Representative Terri Sewell (AL-07) celebrated along with her Alabama delegation colleagues on Tuesday the final verdict designating Huntsville, Alabama, as the permanent site for U.S. Space Command headquarters. "Huntsville is undoubtedly the o...
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On Tuesday, the Birmingham City Council sanctioned $170,000 to fund a fresh exhibit and educational initiatives at the McWane Science Center. “Behind me is our ‘Making Moves Experience,’” noted Annie Strong, the center’s creative director. “This will...
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Latonya and D’Andre Wright first crossed paths in April 2000 at the University of Alabama, specifically at Smithwood Circle, where the Delta and Kappa houses shared a parking area. Introduced by a mutual friend, Latonya was aware of D’Andre’s presenc...
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In Chicago, a disconcerting cycle of violence unfolds each holiday weekend, marked by the unsettling backdrop of sirens and scanner feeds. The grim pattern includes gunfire, heartbreaking news reports, and press conferences full of empty reassurances...
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WeGo Public Transit will convene public meetings and an open comment period from September 15 to October 10 regarding anticipated service modifications for Winter 2026 and a needs-based free fare initiative. The public forums are scheduled as follows...
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NASHVILLE, TN — MNPS proudly marks a significant milestone, achieving a Level 5 TVAAS Growth rating for the fourth consecutive year—the pinnacle of Tennessee's student academic growth measurement. This achievement highlights a remarkable dedication f...
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Celebrating a decade of impact, the nonprofit organization is adopting innovative strategies to elevate its mission of healing and empowerment for Black girls and girls of color. For over ten years, The F.I.N.D. Design has been dedicated to creating...
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A collaboration between Nashville State Community College and Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) provides a streamlined avenue for current VUMC employees aspiring to become Central Sterile Processing Technicians (CSP Technicians) in surgical...