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The Black ‘Mexpats’ moving to Mexico, twin doctors tell their story, RIP Angela Stribling
I will be at CultureCon in New York for a panel on preserving Black media at 3 pm this Saturday! Please stop by and say hello.
Oct 2
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September 2026
New Nolan Wells details, Nikole Hannah-Jones essay, National Black Man Voter Day
Thank you to Lamont King, Shawna Renee and Dr. Greg Carr for having me on SiriusXM Urban View for their "Prelude to the Midterms" Town Hall!
Sep 25
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CBCF Annual Legislative Conference, fight for reparations, Tasia Fortune update
Even though this has been one of my busiest weeks of the year, I will always find time to get this newsletter out. Please share with friends, family…
Sep 18
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Lonnie Bunch retiring from Smithsonian, exploring hanging deaths, ‘P-Valley’ returns
Today, we honor and remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.
Sep 11
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Black men and yoga, Guilty verdict in Tupac murder, Black writers conference Sept. 5
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Sep 4
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August 2026
Power restored in Gary, Karen Attiah’s victory, RIP Michael Wright
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Aug 28
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Michael Wright, actor known for his roles in ‘The Five Heartbeats’ and ‘Sugar Hill,’ has died
Michael Wright, a talented actor known for his roles in the 1991 musical “The Five Heartbeats” and the 1994 crime drama “Sugar Hill,” has died.
Aug 22
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HBCUs experience major growth, Karmelo Anthony update, “A Different World” trailer
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Aug 21
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NAACP joins legal fight for answers in Nolan Wells’ death
The NAACP has joined the legal team seeking answers in the mysterious death of Nolan Wells.
Aug 17
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Hello from the NABJ Convention in Atlanta
I was somehow able to get this newsletter out despite running around all over the place for the NABJ Convention. Please share with others!
Aug 14
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Black voters and Michigan, Fade in the water anniversary, Howard U. buyouts
I'll be sending this newsletter from the NABJ Convention next week in Atlanta!
Aug 7
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The first Black woman to lead the CDC will face an uphill battle in restoring trust
Experts say women and people of color are often tapped to lead during crises. Erica Schwartz inherits a CDC reshaped by political battles over science…
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