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Former Vice President Kamala Harris will take part in the 2026 Power Rising Summit, organizers announced Monday, joining a national gathering of Black women leaders focused on health, economic security, and political engagement. The summit runs April 15–19 in Chicago and is expected to draw hundreds of organizers, professionals, and advocates from across the country….
A prominent pro-Trump presence on X that drew a large audience as an independent supporter has been linked to a White House employee, according to a WIRED article. The account, known as Johnny MAGA, grew to hundreds of thousands of followers while presenting itself as a grassroots participant in the MAGA media sphere. It frequently…
The Ebony Canal: A Story of Black Infant Health has been nominated for Outstanding Short Form Documentary at the 57th Annual NAACP Image Awards. The nomination marks a milestone for the film, which centers on Black infant and maternal health and amplifies the voices of mothers and communities most affected by disparities in care. The…
Our Blues Make Us Gold, a documentary about North Carolina A&T State University, screened to a full house on Saturday, Aug. 2, during the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival. The event drew filmmakers, educators, HBCU supporters, and North Carolina A&T alumni. The screening was followed by a Color of Conversation Q&A, where the filmmakers…
Dear Madam Vice-President, We know this election didn’t go how you wanted, and that must be tough. But we hope you can take a moment to recognize everything you’ve achieved and the impact you’ve had. You’ve inspired millions and shown us what’s possible when someone leads with courage, conviction, and compassion. Your work has broken…
As the 2024 presidential election approached, anticipation filled the air. Dakari Eli, the dynamic editor-in-chief of Urban Magazine and the insightful host of The Bigger Picture, unveiled an engaging interview with the renowned educator and social activist DeRay McKesson. In this thought-provoking discussion, he shared his perspectives on pressing social issues and the pivotal role…
The Harris campaign’s latest ad, “Wanted,” spotlights a key moment from the recent presidential debate, focusing on Donald Trump’s role in overturning Roe v. Wade. During the debate, Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Trump’s actions, explaining the widespread effects of the decision on health care across the country. Trump defended his actions as courageous, while…
In a highly anticipated debate that drew millions of viewers, Vice President Kamala Harris emerged as the clear victor against former President Donald Trump. Analysts and commentators from across the political spectrum praised Harris for her poise, preparedness, and ability to offer a vision for a “New Way Forward” for America while criticizing Trump for…