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Companies with DEI officials were more likely to take action following 2020’s racial justice protests, research shows. Wong Yu Liang/Getty Images by Donald T. Tomaskovic-Devey, UMass Amherst; Jorge Quesada Velazco, UMass Amherst, and Kevin L. Young, UMass Amherst In 2020, American businesses responded to an unprecedented wave of racial justice protests with an equally unprecedented surge … Continued

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Celebrities such as Tyler James Williams of “Abbott Elementary,” TV and radio personality Rickey Smiley, and actors/gospel couple David and Tamela Mann lent their support toward energizing the students’ career aspirations while also joining them on magical experiences that only happen at The Most Magical Place on Earth Disney Dreamers Academy wrapped up its 18th year … Continued

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By Stacy M. Brown BlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent Target continues to face mounting financial and reputational fallout after reversing course on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The retail giant has lost more than $12.4 billion in revenue, seen its stock plunge by $27.27 per share, and is grappling with multiple lawsuits linked to its … Continued

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We are sad to report that ATL rapper Young Scooter reportedly died today (Mar. 28) as he celebrated his 39th birthday. FOX 5 Atlanta reports that Atlanta Police responded to a 911 call about a dispute involving a weapon on William Nye Drive in Southeast Atlanta. Officers were dispatched to the street’s 200 block after reports of gunfire … Continued

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In targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the federal government, President Donald Trump has seemingly begun to roll back decades of civil rights progress under the belief that DEI discriminates against white people.   By Dorothy Boulware To paraphrase the American philosopher Thomas Paine, these are times that try the souls of Black America. A … Continued

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By Stacy M. Brown BlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent The question being asked all over social media, in homes, offices, and even behind closed doors in Washington: If former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had leaked war plans over Signal, would Republicans already be demanding his resignation? “Imagine the uproar if Lloyd Austin had been discussing war … Continued

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by Dr. Quinton T. Ross,Jr., He appeared to many to be the typical college student. A promising work-study student, for much of his college time he had solid grades and maintained a GPA well above the requirement of his academic scholarships. However, there had been a noticeable change in his attendance over a few recent … Continued

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Photo: Getty Images Marvin Sapp is catching heat on social media after video showed him directing ushers to close the doors of a church until he received a $40,000 offering. In the now-viral video, Sapp appeared to be onstage speaking to a crowd of at least 1,000 churchgoers, urging them all to “sow a seed” … Continued

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By Stacy M. Brown BlackPressUSA.com Senior National Correspondent Target continues to face mounting financial and reputational fallout after reversing course on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The retail giant has lost more than $12.4 billion in revenue, seen its stock plunge by $27.27 per share, and is grappling with multiple lawsuits linked to its … Continued

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BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — The executive order is chillingly titled “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History.” It declares that the Smithsonian, once a symbol of “American excellence,” has become tainted by narratives that portray “American and Western values as inherently harmful and oppressive.” By Stacy M. Brown Even the most cynical observers knew this day … Continued

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As it celebrates its 50th anniversary, Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) will hold a grand opening celebration on Thursday, April 3 at 10 a.m. for the Calvin Smyre Education Conference Center (CSECC), the newest building on the MSM campus, located at 720 Westview Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30310. The state-of-the-art facility is named for the … Continued

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In Closing Days of Session, Health Care Bans & Anti-Trans Sports Bans Advance as Other Critical Bills Languish As the Georgia legislature prepares to gavel out one week from today on April 4, 2025, anti-equality majorities in the Georgia House of Representatives and Georgia Senate have begun moving forward four dangerous bills that threaten LGBTQ+ … Continued

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