New data from LendingTree reveals significant racial economic disparities in the US, with Black households holding less wealth, income, and employment opportunities compared to white households, despite progress in some areas.
Stacy M. Brown
Stacy M. Brown is the NNPA Newswire senior national correspondent. I'm the co-author of Blind Faith: The Miraculous Journey of Lula Hardaway and her son, Stevie Wonder (Simon & Schuster) and Michael Jackson: The Man Behind The Mask, An Insider's Account of the King of Pop (Select Books Publishing, Inc.) My work can often be found in the Washington Informer, Baltimore Times, Philadelphia Tribune, Pocono Record, the New York Post, and Black Press USA.
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Hip-Hop Mourns the Loss of Irv Gotti, Murder Inc. Founder Dies at 54
Hip-hop icon and record executive Irving “Irv Gotti” Lorenzo Jr., the mastermind behind Murder Inc. Records, has died at 54, the cause of death has not been announced.
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Trump is building his own legacy of racist governance
Donald Trump has weaponized racism as the most overtly racist U.S. president in modern history, targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, which he believes are the cause of societal problems such as poverty and crime.
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Trump’s broken promises are piling upÂ
Donald Trump has broken many of his campaign promises, including lowering grocery prices, ending the war in Ukraine, and overturning Biden’s electric vehicle mandate, as he has not followed through on his plans to do so.
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Trump’s broken promises are piling up
Donald Trump has struggled to deliver on his campaign pledges since his return to the White House, including lowering grocery prices, ending the war in Ukraine, and overturning the electric vehicle mandate.
Posted inPolitics
Trump Outlines America First Agenda: What It Means for Black Americans
Donald Trump’s America First agenda, which includes measures to end DEI, has raised concerns among citizens and activists about the impact on marginalized communities, particularly Black Americans.
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‘Death by incarceration’ reaches record levels in the U.S.
The Sentencing Project’s report reveals that nearly 200,000 people in the US are serving life terms, with a 68% increase since 2003, and that nearly half of those serving life sentences are Black.
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Enhanced Michael Jackson ONE Immerses Fans in the King of Pop’s Unmatched Brilliance
Cirque du Soleil’s “Michael Jackson ONE” has been updated with new choreography, drone displays, and renewed run through 2030, featuring a story of the King of Pop’s legacy and the battle between paparazzi and artistry.
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Jimmy Carter, 39th President and Global Humanitarian, Dies at 100
James “Jimmy” Carter, the 39th President of the United States and a lifelong humanitarian, has died at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of public service and a legacy of peace and humanitarianism.
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Biden makes history with Black judicial appointments
President Joe Biden has appointed 40 Black women to lifetime judgeships, surpassing previous efforts by his predecessors and reflecting his commitment to promoting equity and representation on the federal bench.
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Michael Jackson’s Thriller: A Legacy That Continues to Dominate Music and Culture
Michael Jackson’s 1982 album “Thriller” remains the gold standard in music, with record-breaking sales, eight Grammy Awards, and a lasting influence on popular culture, music, fashion, and dance.
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When Fame Isn’t Enough: Celebrities Who Returned to the Spotlight Out of Financial Need
Jim Carrey, Hugh Grant, Nicolas Cage, Al Pacino, Lauryn Hill, Wesley Snipes, Steve Harvey, Sinbad, Lil Wayne, Chris Tucker, and Fat Joe have all faced financial challenges due to tax problems, mismanagement, and overspending, but have managed to return to their careers after paying off their debts.
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Congressional Black Caucus reaches historic 62 members
The Congressional Black Caucus will enter the 119th session of Congress with a record-breaking 62 members, representing 120 million Americans, and will work to counter the Trump administration’s anti-minority policies and protect the rights of Black and marginalized communities.
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Congress Honors Shirley Chisholm with Congressional Gold Medal for Trailblazing Legacy
U.S. Senators Laphonza Butler and Representative Barbara Lee have introduced bipartisan legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the late Shirley Chisholm, the first Black candidate and the first woman to seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 1972.
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Jay-Z Denies Sexual Assault Allegations, Accuses Lawyer Tony Buzbee of Blackmail
Jay-Z has denied allegations of sexual assault involving a minor, calling them a calculated attempt at blackmail, and his lawyer, Tony Buzbee, has been criticized for his history of filing high-profile lawsuits against wealthy Black entertainers and athletes.
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LL Cool J Reflects on His Legacy: ‘The Most Important Rapper That Ever Existed’
LL Cool J, a hip-hop pioneer with a career spanning nearly four decades, expressed confidence that history will recognize his contributions as foundational to the culture, having introduced key elements to hip-hop culture, fashion, and entertainment.
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Rollback of DEI will deepen racial divisions
Walmart has reversed its commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, dismantling its “Belonging” program and restricting the sale of products such as chest binders for minors, following pressure from conservative activists and the incoming Trump administration.
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Colonial Williamsburg restores America’s oldest Black schoolhouse
Colonial Williamsburg is nearing completion on the restoration of the Williamsburg Bray School, the oldest surviving schoolhouse for Black children in America, which was founded in 1760 to teach enslaved and free Black children to read, albeit through a curriculum that promoted religious submission to slavery.
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GOP chopping block threatens Obamacare
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has reached historic highs in enrollment, with more than 45 million nationwide, driven by enhanced subsidies, but the subsidies are only guaranteed through 2025 and could be lost if Congress fails to renew them.
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Ailey successor Jamison passes at 81, legacy secure
Judith Jamison, a renowned dancer and choreographer who led the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for over two decades, passed away on November 9 at 81 after a brief illness.