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House GOP Pushes Forward Extreme Budget Plan As Project 2025 Fears Become Reality
House Republicans unveiled a budget resolution on Wednesday that slashes federal spending by $2 trillion while providing up to $4.5 trillion in tax cuts—largely benefiting the wealthy and major corporations.
Rep. Taylor Introduces Bill To Protect Access To Affordable Health Care
Rep. Jamila Taylor has introduced HB 1881, a bill aimed at increasing oversight over health care mergers to protect access and affordability, particularly for marginalized communities.
Our History: A Compass To Our Future
Historian Mary Frances Berry's book "Slavery After Slavery" examines the enduring impact of forced child apprenticeships on Black families from Emancipation to the present, highlighting systemic issues and proposing essential solutions to combat the persistent poverty and inequality experienced by Black Americans.
Chicago Teachers Union: We Won’t Stop Teaching Black History
Chicago Teachers Union is preparing for the potential demise of the Department of Education by strengthening the district's contracts, recruiting Black teachers, and pushing for well-rounded experiences for students.
Beauty Products For Black Women More Likely To Be Hazardous
A new report by Environmental Working Group reveals that nearly 80% of beauty and personal care products marketed to Black women contain harmful chemicals, including preservatives and undisclosed fragrances, despite ongoing consumer and health advocate campaigns.
Corporate America Abandons DEI, But Black-Owned Brands Are The Future
Black entrepreneurs continue to build, innovate, and thrive. According to NBC Select, over three million Black-owned brands are in the U.S., spanning every industry imaginable.
Another Push For Reparations For Slavery And A Black Wall Street
The newly reintroduced bill would create a 15-member commission to study concrete solutions to the Black Wall Street Tulsa Massacre. Also, the new H.R. 40 bill would develop recommendations for reparations for slavery.
From The Central District To The Fashion World: How Seattle’s Ronnie ‘Frost’ Davis Is Building A Movement
Ronnie "Frost" Davis, founder of Limitless by Frost, is building a movement by creating a clothing brand that embodies creativity, resilience, and the pursuit of dreams without limitations, breaking down barriers and creating opportunities for others.
Unspoken Truths: Delbert Richardson Brings Black History To Life At King County Event
Delbert Richardson's Unspoken Truths Museum, which sheds light on the significant contributions of African Americans to scientific, cultural, and technological advancements, was a featured speaker at King County's Black History Month event.
DOJ Drops Bribery And Corruption Charges Against NYC Mayor Eric Adams
New York City Mayor Eric Adams plans to address the public following the Department of Justice's decision to drop bribery and corruption charges against him, which he denies as "entirely false" and "based on lies".