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African Americans wield $1.6 trillion in buying power, spending heavily on consumer goods. Rev. Jamal Bryant advocates a boycott against Target for its DEI rollback. Boycotts like Montgomery Bus and United Farm Workers' succeeded by inflicting econom...
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(TriceEdneyWire.com) – Kimberly Douglas visited her son Bryce’s gravestone at National Harmony Memorial Park, Maryland. After losing him to a fentanyl overdose, she created "Black Moms Against Overdose" on Facebook. The U.S. overdose epidemic highlig...
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Texas's school accountability system relies heavily on the STAAR test, neglecting diverse student growth and pressuring teachers. Reducing unnecessary tests and adopting through-year assessments could enhance feedback. Accountability should include f...
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Thomas Jefferson highlighted the importance of a balanced government, preventing any branch from overpowering others. Currently, the National Urban League challenges executive orders violating free speech and equal protection. Their lawsuit, supporte...
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(Children’s Defense Fund) – Renowned theologian Howard Thurman cherished moments under his oak tree, symbolizing resilience. This mirrors Black families' strength through history, overcoming adversities while nurturing future generations. Honor...
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(Texas Press Association) – HB 2988, introduced by Rep. Mano DeAyala, R-Houston, threatens Texas Citizens Participation Act protections. If passed, it could burden Texans with legal costs and suppress free speech by making attorney’s fees discretiona...
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(TriceEdneyWire.com) – Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., a trailblazing Air Force general, was dismissed by a non-serving president. DEI, misunderstood by racists, stands for diversity, equity, inclusion, aiding White men. Trump misled Black voters, favorin...
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The Dallas Examiner hosts candidate forums for the May 3 election, featuring Dallas City Council and School District trustee hopefuls. Held at the African American Museum, attendees engaged with District 6 and 7 candidates. View the forum video at ww...
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Captain Ibrahim Traoré, Burkina Faso's president, took office post-coup on Sept. 30, 2022, revolutionizing the nation with independence-driven policies. Rejecting Western aid, he expelled French troops and reclaimed resources. His land reforms return...
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Joy Reid's MSNBC firing marks the fall of race-baiting and DEI schemes. Once a satire, "Race Pimping" became prophetic. Reid, like Rachel Dolezal, exposed the absurdity of performative wokeness. As DEI collapses, America moves past grievance politics...
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Raymond Laseter’s passions—Black history, baseball, and business—shine at Birmingham's Negro Southern League Museum. His Voltron Printing, co-owned with brother Kwamell, launched Legacy Threads, honoring the Southern Negro Baseball League. Born in Ch...
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By Sym Posey | The Birmingham Times Debuting Legacy Threads, vintage baseball jerseys, during Black History Month at the Negro Southern League Museum was a dream for brothers Raymond and Kwamell Laseter. Their economical collection includes cotton T...
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By Joseph D. Bryant | jbryant@al.com The Birmingham Water Works Board has rehired former general manager Mac Underwood, offering him an annual salary of $446,118 after a national search. Underwood, once finance director for Birmingham, plans improvem...
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By Alaina Bookman | abookman@al.com AL.com’s “Beyond the Violence” series examines strategies to enhance Birmingham's safety and well-being. Sheree Kennon, turning her grief into purpose, founded What About Us after losing her son to gun violence. He...
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Consumers plan a 24-hour economic blackout to protest corporate greed and reduced DEI efforts. Organized by John Schwarz's People's Union USA, the movement encourages spending only at local businesses. Celebrities support the initiative, urging no pu...
