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Without Reparations, Black Political Power Will Remain Vulnerable
State legislatures move to redistrict “color-blind” after a landmark SCOTUS ruling. Learn how changes threaten Black representation today.
Read MoreStory of enslaved boy featured in 1748 Joshua Reynolds portrait emerges in new study
An investigation has revealed the name of the boy featured with MP Paul Henry Ourry in the nearly 300 year-old painting
Read MoreMental Health Issues Are Now the Top Cause of Maternal Deaths
Mental Health Issues Are Now the Top Cause of Maternal Deaths
Read MoreThe civil-rights activists planned to change the world, not just the country
When people think of the Civil Rights Movement, they often think of leaders like MLK, ignoring women and grassroots efforts working toward equality.
Read MoreIn the 60s and 70s, Black students demanded a voice on radio. A new project ensures that history isn’t lost
One organization is working to save the archives of HBCU radio stations that have shut down due to funding cuts and other threats.
Read MoreA Forum for African Voices Draws Inspiration From a Former Champion
Although curator Koyo Kouoh died unexpectly last year, supporters of her mission are working toward her vision at this year’s Venice Forum.
Read MorePennsylvania Dems Pass Bill Blocking Whites-Only Towns With No Support From Republicans
Representative Ben Waxman of Pennsylvania sponsored the bill that would make white-only communities illegal in the state
Read More‘Names can be a barrier’: Black lawyers tackle inclusion
A former British Virgin Islander who moved to the UK to further her career has started a group for Black lawyers like her.
Read MoreThe Voting Rights Act is now a ‘dead letter’ after latest Supreme Court decision
While Justice Elena Kagan wrote a strong dissent, the overall decision of the Supreme Court was to weaken race-based voting protections.
Read MoreSupreme Court Ruling Threatens Black Voting Power Beyond Louisiana
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down Louisiana’s new majority-Black district in a 6-3 ruling, exploring the implications for Black voting.
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