By Aria BrentAFRO Staff Writerabrent@afro.com Rodericka Applewhaite was selected to serve as the new director of Black media at the White House. She’s committed to ensuring equity for Black journalists. Although she’s only been in the position for about three months, the young director has championed inclusive efforts, creating new ways for the Black press […]
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Activism in Journalism: From the seats of Black America’s Press
By Ashleigh FieldsAFRO Assistant Editorafields@afro.com There are currently 49 seats in the James S. Brady briefing room for White House reporters dedicated to covering the most trying truths of our nation’s present and past. Only one belongs to a Black owned media outlet, well half a seat. The Grio, short for the griot, a term […]
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Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges on federal lands and in Washington
By Zeke MillerThe Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden pardoned thousands of people who were convicted of use and simple possession of marijuana on federal lands and in the District of Columbia, the White House said Dec. 22, in his latest round of executive clemencies meant to rectify racial disparities in the justice […]
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White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre highlights president’s commitment to Black community in exclusive interview
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia (NNPA NEWSWIRE) — In an exclusive telephone interview, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre underscored President Biden’s unwavering commitment to addressing the Black community’s critical issues. Reflecting on promises made during the 2020 campaign, Jean-Pierre outlined key achievements and ongoing initiatives directly impacting African Americans and other […]
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White House launches Office of Gun Violence Prevention to tackle epidemic
By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia (NNPA Newswire) – Gun violence remains a pressing concern for the United States, with over 500 mass shootings and a reported estimate of 25,000 victims so far in 2023 alone. In response, the Biden-Harris administration has announced a significant step forward in curbing this crisis. President Biden […]
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White House Black media chief Erica Loewe promoted to Office of Public Engagement
By Deborah Bailey AFRO Contributing Editor dbailey@AFRO.com Erica P. Loewe joined the Biden Administration as Director of African American media in May of 2021 and changed the trajectory of hundreds of media outlets within the past two years. Born in South Carolina, Loewe spent her formative years in Liberty City, Fla. and was transformed by […]
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DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2016 DAILY GUIDANCE AND PRESS SCHEDULE FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2016 In the afternoon, the President will travel to Chicago, Illinois. The President’s departure from the South Lawn and the arrival at the Chicago O’Hare International Airport is open to pre-credentialed […]