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  • Midterms: Building Trust with Black Voters Dominates Democratic Strategy

    HOUSTON DEFENDER — Democratic strategists are urging a fundamental shift in how the party engages Black voters, especially in Texas, which boasts over 2.9 million Black eligible voters. Communications strategist Ashley Etienne highlighted a widening trust gap, arguing that Democrats have historically taken their most reliable voting bloc for granted. The post Midterms: Building Trust with Black Voters Dominates Democratic Strategy appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • COMMENTARY: ICE Already Shocks America – Gloves Can’t Hide Their Fingerprints!

    GARLAND JOURNAL — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a plan to spend $20 million to equip U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with electric shock gloves. The post COMMENTARY: ICE Already Shocks America – Gloves Can’t Hide Their Fingerprints! appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • 7 Ways Crohn’s Disease Affects Black Women Differently

    GARLAND JOURNAL — Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, affects millions of Black women worldwide, presenting with digestive tract issues and less common problems. Black women with Crohn’s are more likely to require hospitalization and surgery, and often receive a late diagnosis after symptoms have progressed significantly. The post 7 Ways Crohn’s Disease Affects Black Women Differently appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • BSPNTX Announces 2026-27 Scholarships Recipients

    GARLAND JOURNAL — The National Society of Black Sports Professionals North Texas (BSPNTX) has announced its 2026-27 scholarship recipients. Ten college students with ties to North Texas will receive a total of $25,000 in scholarships. This includes five BSPNTX Leadership Scholarship recipients, who will each receive $3,000, and five BSPNTX Community Scholarship recipients, each awarded $2,000. The post BSPNTX Announces 2026-27 Scholarships Recipients appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • Barbados – Julius Garvey, Son of Marcus Garvey, Joins PM Mottley in the Rededication of the Garvey Amphitheater

    NEW YORK CARIB NEWS — Dr. Julius Garvey, son of Jamaican National Hero Marcus Mosiah Garvey, joined Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley for the rededication of the Marcus Garvey Amphitheatre at Queen’s Park. This August 20 ceremony took place nearly nine decades after Marcus Garvey addressed Barbadians at the same historic location. The post Barbados – Julius Garvey, Son of Marcus Garvey, Joins PM Mottley in the Rededication of the Garvey Amphitheater appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the Limits Off of God

    THE DALLAS WEEKLY — A new article explores the concept of "taking the limits off God" in a Christian context, examining how individuals, despite their faith, can sometimes hold narrow expectations for divine intervention. The post COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the Limits Off of God appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • Watch Dr. Renee Williams reveal a gap costing Black lives

    Dr. Renee Williams discusses colon cancer screening, health equity and the founding of Black in Gastro, an organization built to close care gaps for Black patients. The post Watch Dr. Renee Williams reveal a gap costing Black lives appeared first on Rolling Out.

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Know Your Roots, Know Your Rights
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Know Your Roots, Know Your Rights

This guide is for people whose families were enslaved in America. It explains, in simple words, what laws already protect you, what new programs are being built just for you, and what steps you can take today. It also explains one big idea that trips a lot of people up: being Black in America is (more…)...
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Black History Month: The Weight of Everyday Life
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Black History Month: The Weight of Everyday Life

Black History Month is a time to honor the rich legacy, achievements, and resilience of Black communities throughout history. Originally established as Negro History Week by historian Carter G. Woodson in 1926, it became a month-long celebration in 1976 to recognize the significant contributions of Black individuals to American society. It is also a moment...
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What If America Eliminated Federal Income Tax and FICA?
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What If America Eliminated Federal Income Tax and FICA?

Imagine waking up tomorrow and finding out that federal income tax and FICA (payroll tax) have been completely eliminated in America. No more deductions from your paycheck, no more IRS filings, and no more payroll taxes funding Social Security and Medicare. At first glance, this sounds like a dream scenario—extra cash in every worker’s pocket....
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A Mockery of Justice: The Release and Presidential Pardoning of Officers Responsible for the Death of Karon Hylton-Brown
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A Mockery of Justice: The Release and Presidential Pardoning of Officers Responsible for the Death of Karon Hylton-Brown

It is a travesty of justice when a judicial system that promises equality under the law instead delivers impunity to those who abuse their power. The release of Terence D. Sutton Jr. and Andrew Zabavsky, coupled with the unconscionable pardon by President Donald Trump, adds another layer of insult to the injury inflicted on Karon...
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The Impact of the Divine Nine
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The Impact of the Divine Nine

This post celebrates the enduring legacy and transformative impact of the Divine Nine, a collective of historically Black fraternities and sororities within the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). Rooted in a rich history of resilience, these organizations have profoundly influenced the Black community, championing education, cultivating leadership, and advancing social justice. The Divine Nine—comprising Alpha Phi...
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Breaking the Cycle of Generational Poverty: Understanding and Overcoming the Poverty Mindset
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Breaking the Cycle of Generational Poverty: Understanding and Overcoming the Poverty Mindset

Generational poverty is a deeply rooted issue that spans across families and communities, persisting for decades or even centuries. Unlike situational poverty—caused by sudden hardship like a job loss or medical emergency—generational poverty is often passed down from one generation to the next, along with a set of beliefs, habits, and mindsets that are difficult...
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The Enduring Legacy of Modern-Day Slavery and Its Impact on the Black American Community
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The Enduring Legacy of Modern-Day Slavery and Its Impact on the Black American Community

Slavery in the United States officially ended with the 13th Amendment in 1865, but its legacy persists in various forms that continue to affect Black Americans today. The phrase “modern-day slavery” refers to practices and systems that, while not identical to the chattel slavery of the past, perpetuate economic, social, and psychological oppression within the...
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The Potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Black Community in the United States
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The Potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Black Community in the United States

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to both empower and exacerbate existing disparities faced by Black communities in the United States. While it presents opportunities for economic empowerment, improved healthcare, and enhanced access to education, it also raises concerns about algorithmic bias, job displacement, and perpetuation of systemic inequalities. Opportunities: Access to Education and Employment:...
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Who Are People of Color? A Look at Population, Economic, and Social Influence
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Who Are People of Color? A Look at Population, Economic, and Social Influence

“People of color” (POC) is a broad term used to describe individuals who are not considered white. This group includes a variety of racial and ethnic identities such as Black Americans, Hispanic or Latinos, Asians, Native Americans and Alaska Natives, Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, and those of mixed race. This term is intended...
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The Potential Impact of Project 2025 on the Black Community
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The Potential Impact of Project 2025 on the Black Community

  As the 2024 election approaches, it is becoming increasingly clear that its outcome will have profound implications for Black Americans. From economic policies to healthcare access, education reform, and civil rights, the stakes are high. Here’s why the 2024 election is incredibly critical for the Black community and what’s at stake. As we look...
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  • Midterms: Building Trust with Black Voters Dominates Democratic Strategy

    HOUSTON DEFENDER — Democratic strategists are urging a fundamental shift in how the party engages Black voters, especially in Texas, which boasts over 2.9 million Black eligible voters. Communications strategist Ashley Etienne highlighted a widening trust gap, arguing that Democrats have historically taken their most reliable voting bloc for granted. The post Midterms: Building Trust with Black Voters Dominates Democratic Strategy appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • COMMENTARY: ICE Already Shocks America – Gloves Can’t Hide Their Fingerprints!

    GARLAND JOURNAL — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a plan to spend $20 million to equip U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with electric shock gloves. The post COMMENTARY: ICE Already Shocks America – Gloves Can’t Hide Their Fingerprints! appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • 7 Ways Crohn’s Disease Affects Black Women Differently

    GARLAND JOURNAL — Crohn’s disease, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, affects millions of Black women worldwide, presenting with digestive tract issues and less common problems. Black women with Crohn’s are more likely to require hospitalization and surgery, and often receive a late diagnosis after symptoms have progressed significantly. The post 7 Ways Crohn’s Disease Affects Black Women Differently appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • BSPNTX Announces 2026-27 Scholarships Recipients

    GARLAND JOURNAL — The National Society of Black Sports Professionals North Texas (BSPNTX) has announced its 2026-27 scholarship recipients. Ten college students with ties to North Texas will receive a total of $25,000 in scholarships. This includes five BSPNTX Leadership Scholarship recipients, who will each receive $3,000, and five BSPNTX Community Scholarship recipients, each awarded $2,000. The post BSPNTX Announces 2026-27 Scholarships Recipients appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • Barbados – Julius Garvey, Son of Marcus Garvey, Joins PM Mottley in the Rededication of the Garvey Amphitheater

    NEW YORK CARIB NEWS — Dr. Julius Garvey, son of Jamaican National Hero Marcus Mosiah Garvey, joined Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley for the rededication of the Marcus Garvey Amphitheatre at Queen’s Park. This August 20 ceremony took place nearly nine decades after Marcus Garvey addressed Barbadians at the same historic location. The post Barbados – Julius Garvey, Son of Marcus Garvey, Joins PM Mottley in the Rededication of the Garvey Amphitheater appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the Limits Off of God

    THE DALLAS WEEKLY — A new article explores the concept of "taking the limits off God" in a Christian context, examining how individuals, despite their faith, can sometimes hold narrow expectations for divine intervention. The post COMMENTARY: Preserved by Purpose: Taking the Limits Off of God appeared first on BlackPressUSA.

  • Watch Dr. Renee Williams reveal a gap costing Black lives

    Dr. Renee Williams discusses colon cancer screening, health equity and the founding of Black in Gastro, an organization built to close care gaps for Black patients. The post Watch Dr. Renee Williams reveal a gap costing Black lives appeared first on Rolling Out.

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