Jesse Jackson honored by French president with country’s highest award https://t.co/VWv8DPj0SX
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Civil Rights Leaders Meet with Biden to Discuss Voter Suppression Fight – BNC
Black TikTok Creators Say They’re Going on Strike
Black TikTok choreographers have gone on strike, vowing not to create any new dances on the platform until they get credit for their work. They claim TikTok users of other races have been taking dance moves created by black users, and have apparently gained millions...
Hammer Thrower Gwen Berry Turns Away from Flag During Anthem
EUGENE, Ore. (AP) — For the past week, they’ve played the national anthem one time a night at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials. On Saturday, the song happened to start while outspoken activist Gwen Berry was standing on the podium after receiving her bronze...
🎤🎤🎤 One more time for the people in the back @iPhilSomething.
— People's Action (@PplsAction) June 24, 2021
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