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How Do You Self-Identify? For Many Americans, Checking a Box Won’t Do.
The New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani said that his background doesn’t fit neatly into simple categories. Others say ...
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Hidden histories of Black Americans in northern cities
Think you know Black American history? Look beyond the South. In the heart of Northern cities, hidden stories of struggle, ...
Despite DOGE cuts and Trump executive orders, Philadelphia’s art organizations continue to center the stories of Black Americans
"Our visitors need to recognize themselves and their culture in our galleries," said William R. Valerio, CEO of the Woodmere ...
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‘Sinners’ Releases in Black American Sign Language. Here’s What That Means
The deaf community was plagued by racial segregation, so Black Americans decided to create their own rendition of the ...
3 beaches where Black Americans found and fought for freedom in a racist world
Many Americans are flocking to the country’s beaches this weekend to celebrate the Fourth of July. These sandy retreats hold ...
How Black culture has shaped Paris—and where to experience it
From Little Africa to the jazz cafes where Josephine Baker performed, here’s where to immerse yourself in the art, food, and ...
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Debt and Lower Savings Leave Black Americans Behind in Retirement Readiness
Black Americans face financial challenges in retirement, with debt and lack of financial advice hindering progress. A new ...
‘We the People’ Includes All Americans – But July 4 Is A Reminder That Democracy Remains A Work In Progress
The United States’ founders firmly rejected King George III and the entire idea of monarchy 249 years ago, on July 4, 1776.