When the past is present…
“…The great force of history comes from the fact that we carry it within us, are unconsciously controlled by it in many ways, and history is literally present in all that we do.” James Baldwin
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Former U.S. Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson dies at 89
We recognize the life and work of Eddie Bernice Johnson, who championed science, women’s rights, and affordable healthcare in her career.
Read MoreActivists who engage with voters of color are looking for messages that will resonate in 2024
Activists and politicians who have been tirelessly working to engage voters cannot afford to back down in 2024.
Read MoreHow to have a meaningful debate about racism? The Guardian asked 20,000 people.
Discussing racism is critical to reducing its occurrence, but doing so reveals how often people disagree about or misunderstand the issue.
Read More‘The Color Purple’ rakes in $18M, the largest Christmas Day opening for a film since ’09
The cinema version of The Color Purple has blown the competition out of the water despite opening on Christmas.
Read MoreReparations gained historic momentum in 2023 because of California’s efforts
From discussions to bills to actual payments, the movement for reparations made great strides over the last year.
Read MoreMilwaukee Museum Days Return for 2024
The America’s Black Holocaust Museum is excited to join in the celebration of the 2024 Milwaukee Museum Days, taking place from January 18 to 28, 2024.
Read MoreDYNAMIC RANGE: Photographs by Bill Tennessen
Discover the rich tapestry of Milwaukee through the lens of Bill Tennessen at the Haggerty Museum of Art, situated within Marquette University. Mr. Tennessen’s extensive documentation of life in Milwaukee since 1981 is showcased, providing a compelling and diverse narrative of the city’s evolution.
Read MoreThe premise of Black Santas caused a fuss 10 years ago — now, they’re everywhere
Over the last decade, outrage over Black Santas has passed, and holiday representation continues to increase.
Read MoreWhy Black Christmas Means Resistance
While Christmas and capitalism go hand in hand, the holiday also accompanies activism for the Black community.
Read MoreIt’s Getting Hot in Here
Journalist Willy Blackmore discusses the concerns he’s developed while researching to write about climate change and environmental justice.
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