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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

How a Photo Tells Us Everything We Need to Know About America and Haitian Migrants

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Sarah Dash, Co-Founder of Labelle, Dead at 76

One of the foundational voices of one of the most innovative girl groups of all time has died. Singer, songwriter and actress Sarah Dash, co-founder of Labelle and one-third of the trio’s iconic No. 1 hit “Lady Marmalade,” was 76. No cause of death has been given.

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R. Kelly’s Defense Begins With Shaky Start as Witness Claims He Never Saw the Singer With Underage Girls—Then Admits He Actually Did

After more than a month of witness testimony from the prosecutorial team during the federal sex trafficking trial against disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly, it was time for the defense to petition the court on Monday.

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George Holliday, Man Who Filmed Rodney King Police Beating, Dies of COVID-19 Complications

In 1991, a man with a video camera sparked a greater movement of civilians recording police encounters with Black citizens, igniting a revolution at the feet of America’s law enforcement.

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The Root Institute 2021: A Master Class in Grassroots Organizing

They say that if you want something done, ask a Black woman. The women we feature in this episode of The Root Institute are undeniable proof of this adage. We connected with LaTosha Brown of Black Voters Matter, Melanie Campbell of the National Black Coalition on Civic Participation, and Glynda Carr of Higher Heights…

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  • Who are you? - Ever since I saw the first preview of the movie, Overcomer, I wanted to see it. I was ready. Pumped. The release month was etched in my mind. When the time...
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Pride & Prejudice: Exploring Black LGBTQ+ Histories and Cultures

  In the rich tapestry of history, the threads of Black LGBTQ+ narratives have often been overlooked. This journey into their stories is an ...