By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to the AFRO It lasted more than 400 days, but on March 11, the nationwide boycott of Target initiated by Black leaders was brought to an end. During a news conference at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., the Rev. Jamal Bryant, along with former Ohio state Sen. Nina Turner […]
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NABJ Town Hall condemns arrests of Black journalists, defends First Amendment
By Dr. Deborah BaileyAFRO Contributing Editor The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) teamed up with veteran journalist Roland Martin, founder of Black Star Network, to host a two-hour, live-streamed event on Feb. 2 titled “Not On Our Watch: A National Town Hall on Press Freedom.” The session was prompted by the recent arrests of […]
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Why should Black radicals care about the Louisiana Supreme Court case regarding voting rights?
By Dayvon Love Mainstream political discussions that urge Black participation in electoral politics are promoted most vehemently by a neoliberal, establishment Black political class. This network of Black spokespeople has been grifting off of the suffering of the masses of our people by proclaiming to the consultant class of the Democratic Party that they can […]
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NABJ turns 50, doubling down on equity, advocacy and the power of Black voices at annual convention
The National Association of Black Journalists marked its 50th convention in Cleveland by honoring its founders, celebrating Black media’s legacy, and electing Errin Haines as president to lead the fight for newsroom equity and press freedom. With diversity efforts under attack nationwide, Haines vowed to protect Black voices, strengthen the organization, and prepare the next generation of journalists.
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Baltimore mayor condemns White House administration’s cuts to public safety funding
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott is calling on the 47th president’s administration to reverse nearly $200 million in DOJ cuts to public safety grants, warning the move endangers progress in reducing violent crime and supporting victims. The cuts impact critical programs nationwide, including violence prevention, officer safety and victim services, sparking fears of long-term setbacks.
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Meet Ebony McMorris, the White House correspondent not afraid to tell the truth
Ebony McMorris, a White House correspondent for American Urban Radio Network, emphasizes the importance of the Black Press in reporting the truth and holding those in power accountable, especially in times of oppression and fear.
Posted inCivil Rights
NNPA launches ‘Missing & Black 2025’ campaign to spotlight disparities in media coverage of missing Black individuals
The NNPA has launched the Missing & Black 2025 Campaign to address the disparity in media coverage and law enforcement response for missing Black individuals, seeking to bring visibility, resources, and justice to the thousands of missing Black children, women, and men whose cases are frequently overlooked.
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Solidarity in action: Black Americans raise millions for Harris, send strong message against Trump
Over 50,000 Black men raised over $1.3 million for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign on a Zoom call, while 40,000 Black women raised $2 million in a separate call, in a powerful show of unity and support against former President Donald Trump.
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CNN faces backlash for excluding Black-owned media from presidential debate coverage
CNN has been criticized for denying media credentials to every Black-owned media outlet, including those based in Atlanta, sparking outrage and accusations of systemic exclusion in a predominantly Black city.
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Rev. Dr. Freddie Haynes resigns from new presidency of Rainbow/PUSH Coalition
Rev. Dr. Freddie Haynes has resigned as President of the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition due to financial problems, less than a year after being announced as Jesse Jackson’s successor.