Ayanna Pressley is on the fast track to becoming the first black woman elected to Congress from Massachusetts. This is only the latest example of the Democratic Party’s renewed enthusiasm for diversity and liberal politics, as a recipe for success in the Trump era. Pressley’s […]
The Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti recently announced that a street will be named after Barack Obama. “Obama Boulevard” went into effect on Tuesday, Garcetti announced on Twitter, saying, “We’re thrilled that Angelenos and visitors will forever be reminded of the legacy of President Barack […]
Serena Williams was placed at the No. 17 seed for the US Open, nine spots above her current ranking. The decision was announced Tuesday along with all the other seeds, and it means that Williams avoids a potential match against one of the top players […]
Aretha Franklin was born and came into fame during the era of segregation, and she went on to sing at Barack Obama’s inauguration. She used her talent and platform to inspire millions and fight for equality. Franklin was a confidante of the Rev. Martin Luther […]
Following the recent success of Tyler Mitchell in being the first black photographer to shoot a vogue cover, it’s important to recognize that this is only one of countless young artists of color, many of whom have achieved success far beyond their ages. Mitchell has […]
Taraji P. Henson has a new foundation, and its goal is to help break the stigma surrounding mental health struggles in the Black community. The actress founded her non-profit organization this year, and named it the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation in honor of her late father, who […]
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