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Sudanese Minnesotans share their stories as war rages on
The war in Sudan has caused over 10 million people to be displaced, and nearly 26 million people are now acutely food insecure.
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U.S. Navy exonerates Black WWII sailors convicted after Port Chicago explosion
The U.S. Navy has exonerated 256 Black sailors wrongfully convicted in the 1944 Port Chicago explosion, marking a significant victory in the fight against racial injustice within the military.
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Biden’s plan to make renting affordable for millions of Americans
President Biden has announced a series of actions to make renting more affordable for millions of Americans, including calling on Congress to cap rent increases.
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President Biden calls for calm following Trump rally shooting
President Biden addressed the nation following an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, urging Americans to lower the temperature in politics.
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Congressional Black Caucus officially endorses Biden
President Joe Biden has received the endorsement of the Congressional Black Caucus and Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
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AOC files impeachment articles against Justices Thomas and Alito
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has introduced articles of impeachment against Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito.
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Survey finds Black adults develop unique coping skills for racism
Black adults in the United States develop distinctive coping skills to handle the chronic stress of racism, with social support, religion, avoidance, substance use, positive reframing and more.
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June jobs report reflects Biden’s steady economic leadership, record job creation
The Biden-Harris administration has produced 15.7 million jobs since taking office, with the latest report showing 206,000 jobs added in June, while the unemployment rate edged up to 4.1%.
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Biden’s campaign shaken by poor debate; meeting with Dem governors scheduled
President Joe Biden is considering dropping out of the race for a second term due to his poor debate performance but supporters like Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, fiercely defended him.
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Black America’s quest for true Independence runs deeper than July 4
Independence Day in the United States is a time of reflection for African Americans, who have faced systemic injustices and disparities since the inception of American independence.
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U.S. Supreme Court gives immunity to Trump’s alleged criminal acts
Supreme Court rules on Trump’s immunity in election interference case, leaving future proceedings uncertain.
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Civil Rights Act of 1964: Lessons from the Black economic boycotts
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was achieved by the Montgomery bus boycott, the Birmingham boycott, and other local boycotts.
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Debate between Biden and Trump: A spectacle of misinformation and lies
The first presidential debate of 2024 between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump was a disgraceful display of misinformation and unchecked behavior.
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CNN faces backlash for excluding Black-owned media from presidential debate coverage
CNN has denied media credentials to all Black-owned media outlets for the upcoming presidential debate, sparking outrage.
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Taxpayers to benefit from IRS program
The IRS has announced that its Direct File program will become a permanent option for federal tax returns starting in the 2025 tax season.
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Unity and resilience celebrated at Minneapolis and St. Paul Juneteenth festivals
The Soul of the Southside Juneteenth Festival and the Rondo Avenue Juneteenth Celebration were held in Minneapolis and St. Paul respectively.
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Why are reparations for Black Americans so hard?
Despite the growing movement for reparations for Black Americans, critics argue that the lack of cash payments is a major obstacle.
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Where on the Mississippi is Devin? Week Three.
The latest in kayaker Devin Brown’s quest to reach the Gulf of Mexico and Mile Marker Zero of the Mississippi River.
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Willie Mays’ journey: From segregated South to presidential honors
Willie Mays, the greatest baseball player of the last 80 years, was a symbol of America’s racial history and a reminder of what the country can produce.