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By Marc Morial President/CEO, National Urban League “After strongly resisting the notion for months, the Louisiana Supreme Court declared Tuesday that Justice Bernette Johnson will be the ... Romney continues campaign of lies
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By Mark Trahant Contributing Writer (Special from Indian Country Today and New America Me­dia) — President Barack Obama, campaigning in Ohio, told supporters last week, to “vote early, like me.” And, Obama ... Shreveport twins say, ‘Make room, Venus & Serena’
By J. Kojo Livingston Contributing Writer They are already being compared to Venus and Serena Williams, just in different sports. Actually, a variety of sports. Jocelyn Walker and Chelsey Walker ... Southern Black Theater Festival brings out local, national talent
By J. magic payday Kojo Livingston Contributing Writer A grueling two-week schedule of performing events, ceremonies and awards dinners marked the third bi-annual Southern Black Theater Festival which ended last week. The ... The Hard Truth—Squeeze play: Fight the power
By Min. J. Kojo Livingston Contributing Writer What cause or principle are you willing to die for? What would you be willing to risk getting injured or arrested for? ...
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