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Lincoln Memorial: Why Thousands Returned to Remember
Six decades after Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous speech at the Lincoln Memorial, Black Americans returned to the same steps with a familiar message: the fight for voting rights isn't over. The National Action Network and Drum Major Institute organized a march bringing together activists, students, parents and everyday people who wanted to make their voices heard and stand up for the political power previous generations fought to secure.
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Black Stars Speak Out for Social Justice
With the news cycle continuing to look more and more abysmal for Black folks, it's more important than ever that people speak up and advocate for the issues that impact our community. That's especially true for Black celebrities who have a responsibility to use their large platforms to send a message to those who need to hear it.
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Boosie Badazz: Powerful Black Man in $600K Pardon Fight
Boosie Badazz is fighting to recover $600,000 after claiming lobbyists failed to deliver the presidential pardon they promised him. The Louisiana rapper opened up about the dispute during the latest episode of the Rickey Smiley On The Spot podcast.
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Black August: Prison Protests & Resistance Legacy
This Friday marks a historic milestone for one of the country's most controversial Black liberation protests: Black August. It's been nearly 55 years since the first observance took shape inside California's San Quentin State Prison. Black August grew from a turbulent chapter in history marked by prison uprisings, political radicalism, racial injustice and the deaths of men including Black Panther member George Jackson who became symbols of resistance.
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Prominent African American Public Figures Advocating for Civil Rights and Equality
For most celebrities, fame is about applause. For others, it's about purpose. Through the years, some of our most iconic Black celebs have used their influence to challenge injustice, amplify marginalized voices, and demand change. Whether they challenged politicians, advocated for civil rights, or pushed Hollywood to become more inclusive, these stars understood that fame could open doors far beyond the red carpet.
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MLK Made Nobel History in 1964
In 1964, Martin Luther King Jr. became the youngest Nobel Peace Prize winner, donating the $54,123 prize to the civil rights movement.
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Javits Frimpong: A Stolen Dream at 15 | The Root
The pages of Javits Frimpong's diary include the dreams of a 15-year-old boy who believed he had his whole life ahead of him. But one year after arriving in the United States from Ghana, he was shot and killed on his way to school in New York City. Now, those journal entries are a heartbreaking reminder of everything he never got to experience.
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Wu-Tang Clan’s Rock Hall Honor: ODB’s Family Reacts
Ol' Dirty Bastard won't be there to celebrate Wu-Tang Clan's induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this weekend, but his family is making sure the late rapper gets his moment in the spotlight. Young Dirty Bastard will perform in his father's place alongside the legendary hip-hop group. Icelene, ODB's widow, is honored to represent her late husband and believes he would've been proud of the recognition.
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Alicia Keys on Vogue Italia October 2026
Alicia Keys for Vogue Italia. Hair by Chuckie Love Hair. Set Design Assistant Dari One. Production Assistant Summer. A stunning cover feature showcasing the iconic artist's elegance and style.
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Blueface Declares Chrisean Rock Up for Adoption
Blueface isn't looking to give his relationship with Chrisean Rock another chance after their latest reconciliation lasted only approximately 20 days. The rapper discussed their public breakup during a livestream, saying that although Rock tried to make things work, he ultimately decided they weren't compatible.
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Mississippi’s Fight for Black Political Power
In 1870, a Mississippi crowd watched Hiram Revels walk onto the floor of the United States Senate as the first Black person to serve in Congress. Nearly a century later, Fannie Lou Hamer sat before a national television audience in Atlantic City, describing the beatings she endured while trying to register to vote in the same state. Now, in 2026, Scott Colom made history as the first Black person elected to represent Mississippi in the Senate since Reconstruction.