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Sesame Street Celebrates Black Hair and Heritage for Black History Month
Sesame Street is celebrating Black History Month by spotlighting the cultural history behind iconic Black hairstyles like cornrows and Bantu knots. The segment highlights how hair represents identity, heritage, and pride while reinforcing positive representation for young viewers.
What Is the SAVE America Act? Critics Call It a Midterm Strategy With Major Voting Implications
The SAVE America Act is sparking debate as critics warn the proposed proof-of-citizenship requirements could impact voter access ahead of midterm elections. Supporters call it election security, while opponents argue it may disproportionately affect marginalized communities.
Black Wall Street: The Rise, Destruction, and Legacy of Greenwood (1921)
Before it was burned in 1921, Tulsa’s Greenwood District—known as Black Wall Street—was one of the most prosperous Black communities in America. This deep dive explores how it was built, why it was targeted, and what its legacy means for Black ownership and generational wealth today.
Let’s Talk About Telvin Osborne — and the Limits of Our Solidarity
Telvin Osborne said things that hurt — especially Black women — but harmful views don’t cancel out a person’s right to live or to have their death taken seriously. If we only fight for the ‘right kind’ of Black people, we’ve already lost the soul of our struggle.
A Black Father, an Unjust Arrest, and Antonio Brown’s Act of Solidarity
When a Black father is jailed for leaving his kids at McDonald’s so he can attend a job interview, it’s not just a personal tragedy—it’s a brutal indictment of a system that punishes us for trying to do right. Antonio Brown’s act of solidarity isn’t just charity; it’s a blueprint for what Black unity must look like in the face of systemic neglect.
