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Open Letter to President Obama – The Power of Narratives
The following post was written by guest contributor Byron Smith. It is addressed to President Barack Obama, and was written after the President granted Chris Matthews an interview on the campus of American University in December. By: Byron Smith Dear Mr. President: Last week I repeatedly watched the interview you granted to Chris […]
Happy birthday Michelle Obama! 50 & Fabulous
Michelle Obama turns 50 today and she couldn’t be more elated. Describing herself as “50 and fabulous,” the First Lady is getting ready to show off some dance moves at her big birthday celebration at the White House on Saturday.
A Jewel in a Tarnished Crown
A whirlwind of over a million racists and hateful remarks flooded twitter last week after a woman of color was crowned as the new Miss France. The radiant mocha toned Flora Conquerel was excited to be crowned and represent her country even admits the backlash against the multiracial beauty queen. Conquerel represents an ever-changing world […]
Iman: Boycott Fashion Labels That Don’t Use Black Models
Supermodel Iman has called for a boycott of fashion labels that don’t use black models: “”It feels to me like the times need a real hard line drawn like in the Sixties, by saying if you don’t use black models, then we boycott”
Spotlighting Women of Color on Forbes’ “Most Powerful Women” List
Forbes has released its annual “Most Powerful Women” list, and we are so proud of the many women of color who made the cut. Congratulations to all of these incredible and inspirational women!
Michelle Obama at Bowie State: Too many young people “fantasize about being a baller or a rapper”
During her commencement speech at Bowie State, The FLOTUS called out black youth for fantasizing about being a “baller or a rapper,” and called for a renewed hunger for education.
Michelle Obama To Address Gun Violence at Chicago’s Harper High School
Michelle Obama will be visiting Chicago today to talk gun violence at Harper High School, one of many high schools deeply impacted by the city’s gun violence crisis. 29 students have been shot and 8 have died in the past year alone.
Hadiya Pendleton’s Mother Featured in New Gun Control Ad
Cleopatra Cowley – mother of slain Chicago teen Hadiya Pendleton – is featured in a new gun control ad; she specifically cites universal background checks as a necessary, commonsense reform. Do you agree? What other reforms would you like to see?
Chicago Police Set to File Charges Against Two Suspects in Hadiya Pendleton Shooting
The Chicago Police Department is almost certain that charges will be made later today against two suspects in the shooting death of Hadiya Pendleton.
Washington Post’s Rahiel Tesfamariam: Why won’t Obama stand up for Chicago’s slain youth?
Washington Post columnist Rahiel Tesfamariam’s latest column examines Chicago’s gun violence crisis, and the need for President Obama to take a more active role in addressing that crisis. We agree; sign our petition at http://Change.org/BarackComeHome
President Obama Still Needs to Speak to Youth of Chicago
Michelle Obama’s plan to attend Hadiya’s funeral is a wonderful gesture. But it does not address the systemic issues contributing to gun violence in Chicago. Mr. President! Come home! We need your voice and leadership!
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn Will Speak at Hadiya Pendleton’s Funeral
According to the NBC Chicago, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn will attend Hadiya Pendleton’s funeral. He will reportedly speak at her funeral as well. The funeral will be held at the Greater Harvest Baptist Church, at 5121 State Street in Chicago at 9am.