Posts by Samantha De Leon
March on Washington Lit a Fire in Teens That Still Burns Decades Later
Sarah Davidson’s participation in the 1963 March for Jobs and Freedom inspired her to become a social justice activist, which she still pursues today.
Read MoreNational Black Business Month is a Big Deal for Black Families
Black Business Month allows American consumers to support Black businesses and offers Black business owners a way to build wealth for present and future generations.
Read MoreLittle Rock Will Offer A.P. African American Studies Despite State Objections
Arkansas’ Little Rock School District announced it would continue to offer AP African American studies despite the objections of the state’s Department of Education.
Read MoreFor Black Kids, Sports Set the Stage for Achievement and Joy
Black students who participate in sports are more likely to succeed in their academics as well, which is due to the motivation and work ethic they learn.
Read MoreArkansas Cancels AP African-American History Course ahead of Fall Semester
Arkansas’s Department of Education cancelled a new AP African-American history course, banning it from being worth full course credit for the 2023-2024 year.
Read More6 ex-officers, some of whom called themselves ‘The Goon Squad,’ plead guilty to state charges in torture of 2 Black men
Six former Mississippi police officers pleaded guilty Monday to all charges concerning the torture and abuse of two Black men.
Read MoreThe Healing Power of Black Joy Marches in Chicago
Every August, the Bud Billiken Parade in Chicago enables the Black community to unabashedly celebrate their rich culture.
Read MoreAnimated Frederick Douglass calls slavery a ‘compromise’ in conservative group’s video
PragerU, a right-wing advocacy group, created an extremely inaccurate and offensive video concerning slavery meant for classroom usage.
Read MoreHow 4 Countries Are Preparing to Bring Stolen Treasures Home
Countries who have stolen precious artifacts from nations they once colonized are preparing to return the materials to their original homes.
Read MoreBoston man files lawsuit seeking to bankrupt white supremacist group he says assaulted him
A Black man beat with metal shields by a white supremacist group during a march through Boston last year sued the organization on Tuesday.
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