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Despite DOGE cuts and Trump executive orders, Philadelphia’s art organizations continue to center the stories of Black Americans
"Our visitors need to recognize themselves and their culture in our galleries," said William R. Valerio, CEO of the Woodmere ...
‘We the People’ Includes All Americans – But July 4 Is A Reminder That Democracy Remains A Work In Progress
The United States’ founders firmly rejected King George III and the entire idea of monarchy 249 years ago, on July 4, 1776.
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"Want our African-American youth to be seen": When The Chi stars originally from Chicago talked about portraying the city's South Side stories
When The Chi first premiered on Showtime, it not only invited us into the richness of South Side Chicago life but also into ...
3 beaches where Black Americans found and fought for freedom in a racist world
Many Americans are flocking to the country’s beaches this weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July. These sandy retreats hold ...
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You can now stream SINNERS at home on HBO Max—and it’s making history with Black American Sign Language
The hit vampire horror film, set in 1930s Mississippi, is the first major movie to be released with a Black American Sign Language (BASL) version on a streaming platform. “For the first time, the ...
8 Very Black American Ways To Celebrate Independence Day
Celebrate Independence Day with unique Black American traditions. Explore 8 vibrant ways to honor freedom and heritage ...
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‘People Want That African Euphoria’
In 1979, UNESCO named Elmina Castle a World Heritage Site for its central role in the transatlantic slave trade. Because of ...
Why Black unemployment just rose to its highest level since January 2022
Meanwhile, the national unemployment rate ticked down to 4.1% and employers added a stronger-than-expected 147,000 jobs in ...