Photo provided by Judge Penny Brown Reynolds Something feels different in America this time. It feels different because something is different. We are at a turning point. Without question, there is nothing new about the injustices and dehumanization of Black…
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Former President Barack Obama addresses the death of George Floyd (watch live)
A.R. Shaw A.R. Shaw is an author and journalist who documents culture, politics, and entertainment. He has covered The Obama White House, the summer Olympics in London, and currently serves as Lifestyle Editor for Rolling Out magazine. Shaw’s latest book,…
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Nia Miranda sends message to outsiders looking to disrupt peaceful protests
(Photo: provided for by Nia Miranda) Nia Miranda understands that progress can only be made with a collective effort. The self-described “artivist” stands as an import voice as rallies and protests continue to take place across the country. However, Miranda,…
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More than 20K Blacks reportedly have died from COVID-19 in 3 months
(Photo by A.R. Shaw for Steed Media) The racial disparities exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic continue to be a problem in the United States. A recent study has revealed the detrimental effects of the virus from a national standpoint. American…
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Karrueche Tran speaks out after Asians are attacked, blamed for COVID-19
Karrueche (Photo credit: A.R. Shaw) COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the world. But beyond the health issues that are occurring, the pandemic has also caused xenophobia. After the term “Chinese Virus” was coined by the U.S. president on March 16,…
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Cook County Commissioner Dennis Deer breaks down importance of 2020 census
Dennis Deer (Photo: via Cook County Commissioner’s Office) Dennis Deer has served as Cook County Commissioner in Chicago since July 13, 2017. As such, he proudly represents one of the most diverse districts in the county. Advertisement In 2020, Deer…
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Threat of ‘World War III’ sends Black Twitter into a frenzy
Closeup of the southern facade of the White House in Washington, D.C. (Photo credit: Shutterstock.com / Lux Blue) The White House’s attack on Iran shocked people around the world. On Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020, U.S. airstrikes, reportedly ordered by the…
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Richard Sherman defends White reporter who made racist comment on Lamar Jackson
Superstar quarterback Lamar Jackson, right, with superstar receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (Photo source: Instagram – @new_era8) Richard Sherman of the San Franciso 49ers has defended a White broadcaster who made racist comments about Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Lamar Jackson. During the…
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Colin Kaepernick still unemployed as NFL signs receiver who worked out with him
Colin Kaepernick speaks to media after working out for NFL teams at Drew High School in Riverdale, Georgia, on Saturday, Nov. 16, 2019. (Photo by Terry Shropshire for Steed Media Service) The fallout from Colin Kaepernick’s impromptu workout continues. Weeks…
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