Posts by Nicole Martinez
What Kamala Harris’s Candidacy Means for Black Women
Kimberly Peeler-Allen, whose organization supports Black women in politics, discusses Vice President Harris’ bid for the democratic ticket.
Read MoreHistoric sculpture of Vel Phillips unveiled at Wisconsin Capitol Building
A crowd gathered in Madison to see the new statue and hear speeches from Governor Evers, Senator Baldwin, and Phillips’ son.
Read MoreIn a reversal, Georgia now says districts can use state funding to teach AP Black studies classes
Georgia schools can continue to teach a newer Advanced Placement class about Black history thanks to state funds that they can now use.
Read MoreBreaking at the Olympics is a testament to hip-hop’s influence around the world
It began with Black youths dancing on cardboard in the Bronx; now the hip-hop-born dance is headed to the Olympics.
Read MoreAmerica’s Black Holocaust Virtual Museum Adds Virtual Exhibit About Dr. Caesar
The virtual exhibit discusses the life and accomplishments of the first Black American whose medical discovered were published.
Read MoreIllinois police release bodycam video of fatal shooting of Black woman in her home
Illinois police tried to cover up the shooting death of a Black woman who called for help with a suspected intruder.
Read MoreJudge throws out rightwing affirmative action lawsuit against Texas university
Critics of the UT Austin lawsuit saw Monday’s ruling as a blow to Blum’s anti-affirmative action movement.
Read More‘How do I heal?’: the long wait for justice after a black man dies in police custody
Raekha Prasad investigates a horrifying trend of violence against Black citizens in the UK by police who are never held accountable.
Read More‘Look good, run fast’: Black Olympians discuss the importance of their hair
The world anxiously awaits the Olympic games, where some of the most talented Black athletes will show off their skills and their hair.
Read MoreThe Tulsa race massacre affected the ‘economic freedom’ of generations
While the Tulsa Race Massacre permanently reshaped lives, families, and communities, the Supreme Court ruled reparations were not necessary.
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