Texas Native Son talks Juneteenth: Better Late Than Never
On the 19th of June, the United States of America’s African population will be as unified as ever, and I can’t see that going away.
A Brief History of Juneteenth
“All of a sudden, we see there’s renewed interest because Juneteenth is a great way for all Americans to come together to learn about these things.”
Senate approves bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
It is expected to easily pass the House, which would send it to President Joe Biden for his signature.
DC area teachers host Day of Action
The event issurrounding truth and justice in the classroom
U.S. Surgeon General discusses vaccines and the Black community
AmNews staffer interviews Dr. Vivek H. Murthy about COVID-19 vaccines
Whitewash!
Texas’ 1836 Project aims to promote “patriotic education,” by glossing over state’s history of racism
Teen who recorded George Floyd’s arrest, murder wins Pulitzer nod
Darnella Frazier cited "for courageously recording the murder of George Floyd…"
Baltimore households connected with discounted internet access
Digital Equity Coalition spread word of Emergency BroadBand Benefit
Playing Catchup
2.3 Million Black Students Lack Access To Summer Learning Programs
Unfulfilled Promises
Study: Racial diversity stagnated on corporate boards
Effort to Erase U.S. Racist Past
Georgia issues resolution to censor racism discussions in schools
Black Man, Who Hurt You?
Asking and answering hard questions can set you on the road to recovery