Liberation not integration was Malcolm X’s unequivocal message. It was one born from bitter experience at the hands of white America, beginning in early childhood. Born May 19, 1925 in Omaha, NE, Malcolm X (who changed his last name from Little to X in his 20s), received his first lessons in nationalism from his minister […]
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Edwards Statement on House Amendment to S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 25, 2016 CONTACT Yasmine Evans (Edwards)–202-225-8699 Edwards Statement on House Amendment to S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016 Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Donna F. Edwards (MD-4) released the following statement on the House amendment to S. 2012, the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016. The legislation passed the House […]
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AFRO’S Mother’s Day Tribute – Washington, D.C.
AFRO’S Mother’s Day Tribute – Washington, D.C. Rev. William H. Lamar IV – Pastor, Metropolitan A.M.E. Church Eartha Shiro Austin Lamar “My mother is a gift from God and the ancestors. She has the determination of Nandi, the fortitude of Harriet Tubman, the grace of Judith Jamison, and the spirit of Jarena Lee. Her love and […]
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AFRO’S Mother’s Day Tribute – Baltimore
AFRO’S Mother’s Day Tribute – Baltimore Cori A. Ramos – Director of Sales & Special Events, Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture Susan C. Ramos “She is my everything! My friend, my champion and my cheerleader! I am grateful for her continued support and love she gives me every day! I […]
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For Black Folks”…Woodrow Wilson is the Worst.”
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Black Promises & High Hopes Political Trickery
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For Baltimore’s Fern Scotland, It was a long road to bowling’s pinnacle
Fern Scotland, an inspiration for blacks. (AFRO Archives Photo) For Black History Month, the AFRO presents a series of articles highlighting important local heroes from the paper’s archives. This week we spotlight Fern Scotland, the first Black woman to inducted into the Greater Baltimore Bowling Hall of Fame. Until last Saturday, the illustrious roaster of […]
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Ramone Messam Turns Young Dreams Into Reality
Ramone and Andrew Messam, of Kno-Effort, offer young people the chance to work on their musical skills. (Courtesy Photo) For Black History Month, the AFRO presents a series of articles highlighting important community heroes. This week we sit with Ramone Messam, who helps young people in Prince George’s County, Montgomery County and Howard County fulfill […]