House Speaker Mike Johnson has denied a request from Democrats and the family of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. For him to lie-in-state at the US Capitol, citing a recent rule change that the honor only be reserved for former presidents. THIS IS OUR COUNTRY TOO!!! WE BUILT THIS SHIT!!!

This #BlackHistoryMonth we are recognizing important Black New Orleanians that have shape our city. Revius Ortique Jr. was a civil rights attorney turned judge known for many firsts. In 1979, he was the first black man elected to the Orleans Parish Civil District Court and the

Thee Dr. Joycelyn Elders the first African-American and the second woman to serve as US Surgeon General! Proud Philander Smith Alum! Happy Black History Month!

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During Black History Month, I invite you to honor the legacy of my father, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., by supporting the organization that continues to carry his vision forward. The King Center educates and trains people around the world in the philosophy and strategy of

Reverend Jackson's unwavering fight for justice, especially in the Ahmaud Arbery case, showcases his powerful blend of oratory, intellect, and activism. youtube.com/watch?v=g8nAb0… #RolandMartinUnfiltered #JesseJackson #BlackStarNetwork

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In the 16th century, the Songhai Empire had a Minister of Etiquette & Protocol and a royal astronomer. They operated with a level of organization many people still don’t associate with pre-colonial Africa. The Songhai Empire of West Africa maintained a structured imperial

The "Doll Test" was a psychological experiment designed in the 1940s in the USA to test the degree of marginalization felt by African American children caused by prejudice, discrimination and racial segregation.

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Sept. 1868 Opelousas, Louisiana Massacre. A white man was attacked for registering Black voters. Black men were lynched defending him. Whites terrorized Black voters to suppress turnout, killing 200 people and devastating another Black community (EJI). #BlackHistoryWithLana

After Minnie Cox, the first black female postmaster, was forced out of her post in Mississippi, President Theodore Roosevelt paid her salary and rerouted the town's mail 30 miles away until her position was restored. In 1902, Minnie M. Cox was serving as postmaster of Indianola,

Trish Miller turned trauma into transformation. As founder of SwemSchool, metro Atlanta’s largest Black-owned swim school, she is tackling drowning disparities head on. With nearly 70% of Black children unable to swim, this work is LIFESAVING. Our children deserve to be safe in

Talking shit about Joe Biden, can’t stand up to Bobo, shady ass consultants on the campaign, calling a Black man mediocre, NO BLACK ENGAGEMENT or campaign OUTREACH. Child a mess! Time to finish the job! GO VOTE FOR JASMINE!!!

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On this day in 1933, the legendary, iconic, singer and activist Nina Simone was born.

The White Nationalist Party openly admits that it cannot win majorities in federal elections if everyone votes. Their solution is only logical: Reduce the number of people who vote. Embrace their admission and the logic behind it. Then make sure you are registered and in the

“If we as a people realized the greatness from which we came, we would be less likely to disrespect ourselves.” — Marcus Garvey

Paul Revere Williams was a Black American architect famous for drafting upside down because his white clients would not sit next to him Known as “Hollywood’s Architect,” Williams designed thousands of buildings across Southern California and beyond, including luxury homes for

Voting rights are on the line — again. Judith Browne Dianis, LaTosha Brown, and Sherrilyn Ifill join us to break down what the SAVE Act means, and what’s at stake.   🗓️ Sun, Feb. 22 | 8:30 PM ET 📲 RSVP: bit.ly/WWBWSundayCall #WinWithBlackWomen