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Ras Baraka to Keynote 34 Annual Conference of the Democratic Black Caucus of Florida

March 25, 2016 Staff 0

On April 1-3, 2016, the Democratic Black Caucus of Florida will host its 34th Annual Conference at the Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, Florida 32819. “This is the year for strategic planning with […]

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Actor to Open Film School at Wiley College

March 25, 2016 Staff 0

By Frederick H. Lowe Actor, director, producer and writer Nate Parker has announced that he will open a school for film and drama this fall at Wiley College, a Historically Black College, in Marshall, Texas. […]

National

Obamas Dance the tango in Argentina

March 25, 2016 Staff 0

By Daniella Diaz, CNN When in Argentina, dance the tango. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama tangoed with professional dancers Wednesday during a state dinner at the Kirchner Cultural Centre in Buenos Aires. […]

Political

Donald Trump Refuses to Disavow Support from David Duke, Ex Head of KKK

February 29, 2016 Staff 0

by Adam Rosenberg (Mashable) Trump got his weekend off to a golden start when he re-tweeted a quote widely attributed to Benito Mussolini, the founder of fascism. Now he’s refusing to cast aside campaign support from […]

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Florida State Senator Arthenia Joyner Named “Legislator of the Year” by the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL)

February 29, 2016 Staff 0

TALLAHASSEE – State Senator Arthenia Joyner (D-Tampa) was recently named “Legislator of the Year” by the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBCSL). This prestigious award is given to a deserving legislator who has led […]

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National Black Convention to Link Past with Present

February 26, 2016 Staff 0

By David Denson and Erick Johnson, Gary Crusader In March of 1972, over nine hundred political activists descended on Gary for an event that would help shape the future of Black politics for decades to […]

National

Emanuel AME Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

February 16, 2016 Staff 0

  Charleston (SC) – After decades of fighting racism through peace, Emanuel AME Church is poised for world recognition after a group of Chicago officials led an effort to nominate the church to receive the […]

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Ben Carson Fundraiser in Jax!

February 11, 2016 admin 0

Republican Presidential Candidate Dr. Ben Carson was in North Florida on Monday, February 8th for a breakfast fundraiser for his campaign. Dr. Carson and his wife Candy met with supporters from Duval and St. Johns […]

National

Black Lives Matter Activist MarShawn McCarrel Fatally Shoots Himself On Ohio Statehouse Steps

February 10, 2016 admin 0

Along with being a vocal Black Lives Matter advocate, the young leader founded two community service organizations: a mentorship program called Pursuing Our Dreams, and a charity for the homeless called Feed The Streets. […]

National

Clinton Edges Out Sanders To Win Iowa Democratic Caucus

February 2, 2016 Staff 0

Democratic Presidential contenders former Sec. Hillary Clinton and Sen. Bernie Sanders ended the Iowa Caucuses in nearly a dead heat on Monday. But, the Iowa Democratic Party (IDP) has confirmed that Clinton actually won the […]

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