Members of the Black Women’s Roundtable staged a large-scale “buycott” at Costco in Arlington, Va., to support corporations that prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion. Led by civil rights leader Melanie L. Campbell, the effort highlighted the significant economic power of Black consumers and the importance of businesses valuing their diverse customer base.
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How closeted racist memorabilia continues to fuel generational racism
Melanie N. Latson, an educator and activist, shares her experience of witnessing racist blackface memorabilia in a client’s home, highlighting the need for education and dialogue to combat racial injustice.
Posted inOpinion
Legally Written: Executively ordering diversity to die
President Trump’s executive order to end affirmative action and diversity initiatives has led to widespread resistance, including litigation, grassroots organizing, and boycotting.
Posted inARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
47th president vows end to ‘woke’ culture as chairman of the Kennedy Center
President Trump has taken over as chairman of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, promising to end woke culture and replace 18 board members appointed by former President Biden with allies.
Posted inU.S. Government
Lawmakers condemn ‘cruel’ and ‘unconstitutional’ dismantling of USAID, warning of global consequences
Congressional lawmakers have criticized President Trump and billionaire Elon Musk for their plans to dismantle the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), which they argue would have devastating consequences for Black nations and undermine their efforts in countries throughout Africa and the rest of the world.
Posted inBUSINESS
Merit vs. DEI
Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League, criticized President Trump’s executive order canceling diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, arguing that it will lead to employment discrimination and undermine the purchasing power of Black consumers.
Posted inOpinion
Our tax code rewards corporate price gouging– next year, we can change that
Next year, Congress will have the opportunity to decide whether to continue giving tax breaks to wealthy corporations and the rich, or invest in an economy that works for all Americans.