By D. Kevin McNeir Special to The AFRO First in a two-part series Since our nation’s first war, the American Revolution, African Americans have fought in all of the United States’ major military conflicts, whether they enlisted voluntarily, or were drafted. Despite this historical fact, there are many today who callously refuse to acknowledge the service […]
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Maryland’s Colonel (Ret.) Jo Ann Jolivet to join Army Women’s Foundation Hall of Fame
Retired U.S. Army Colonel Jo Ann Jolivet will be honored by the Army Women’s Foundation on March 12, 2026, for her trailblazing service in the military and her post-military work in Maryland.
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Commentary: From Plains to Scranton: A Reflection on Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden
Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden, two outsider presidents, are compared for their empathy, moral compass, and commitment to civil rights, despite their struggles with economic struggles and political machinery.
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Commentary: Asbestos exposure still compromising the health of U.S. veterans
The U.S. military used asbestos-containing products throughout the last century, exposing many service members to the material’s toxic fibers, and veterans are still grappling with the health implications of being exposed to asbestos while in the Armed Forces.