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Category: Black People
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Bethann Hardison Never Had a Plan
The pioneering model, modeling agent and diversity advocate credits her success to street smarts and being ready when opportunity knocks.
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Another New Leader for Indianapolis Museum Roiled by Racism Outcry
Le Monte Booker will be the institution’s third leader in four years. The previous president and chief executive left last year after just over a year on the job.
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Beyond ‘Shaft’: 5 Blaxploitation Movies You Should Know
A Film Forum series pays tribute to the 1970s genre that birthed “Superfly” and “Foxy Brown,” but also features lesser-known films that show the genre’s range.
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Ohio Officer Is Charged With Murder in Shooting of Pregnant Black Woman
Connor Grubb, 29, of the Blendon Township Police Department faces multiple charges in the fatal shooting of Ta’Kiya Young, 21, who was shot in her car outside a Kroger last year after being accused of theft.
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Taraji P. Henson, Keke Palmer and Uzo Aduba Turn Out to Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival
Summer on the island is packed with cultural events, and for many celebrities, politicians and filmmakers, the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival is a highlight.
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How Ella Jenkins Revolutionized Children’s Music
Over seven decades, she brought a world of genres and ideas to songs for the young. On her centennial, what she would really like to do is perform again.
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Who’s Afraid of Being Black? Not Kamala, Beyoncé or Kendrick.
With her response to Donald Trump’s comments about her background, Kamala Harris showed that Blackness doesn’t need to be explained or defended — an idea underscored by her campaign theme song.
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Meshell Ndegeocello Could Have Had Stardom but Chose Music Instead
The bassist, singer and composer’s 1993 debut jolted the industry — then she decided to change. Now she is releasing a powerful album inspired by James Baldwin.
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Trump Invitation to NABJ Conference Sets Off Debate
The National Association of Black Journalists has a history of inviting presidential candidates to speak, but many of its members are bristling at Donald Trump’s scheduled session.
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Kamala Harris Is Dressing to Be President
With very little time to prepare for the campaign trail, the vice president is sticking to her suits — a political move of its own.
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Looking for the Best in Black Cinema? Try Brown Sugar.
The streaming service highlights some of the finest movies starring, and often directed by, Black artists.