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Kendrick Lamar's special guest was none other than Compton's finest Serena Williams 🔥
February 10, 2025 at 2:07 AM
Kendrick Lamar's special guest was none other than Compton's finest Serena Williams 🔥
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70,000 people in a stadium yelling "a minor." Christ
February 10, 2025 at 1:39 AM
70,000 people in a stadium yelling "a minor." Christ
The Voice of a Movement
Mahalia Jackson redefined gospel music, A key civil rights supporter, she sang at the 1963 March on Washington.
During Dr. King’s speech, she urged, “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” inspiring him to go off-script and make history. #blacksky
Mahalia Jackson redefined gospel music, A key civil rights supporter, she sang at the 1963 March on Washington.
During Dr. King’s speech, she urged, “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” inspiring him to go off-script and make history. #blacksky
January 29, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The Voice of a Movement
Mahalia Jackson redefined gospel music, A key civil rights supporter, she sang at the 1963 March on Washington.
During Dr. King’s speech, she urged, “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” inspiring him to go off-script and make history. #blacksky
Mahalia Jackson redefined gospel music, A key civil rights supporter, she sang at the 1963 March on Washington.
During Dr. King’s speech, she urged, “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” inspiring him to go off-script and make history. #blacksky
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I know that ain’t who I think it is, surely its not the same people who sent a letter to Dr. King urging him to kill himself.
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
January 21, 2025 at 2:32 AM
I know that ain’t who I think it is, surely its not the same people who sent a letter to Dr. King urging him to kill himself.
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
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also, plan b’s medical name is levonorgestral. amazon sells multipack & they last up to 4 years when stored properly. stock up.
January 21, 2025 at 4:32 AM
also, plan b’s medical name is levonorgestral. amazon sells multipack & they last up to 4 years when stored properly. stock up.
I know that ain’t who I think it is, surely its not the same people who sent a letter to Dr. King urging him to kill himself.
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
January 21, 2025 at 2:32 AM
I know that ain’t who I think it is, surely its not the same people who sent a letter to Dr. King urging him to kill himself.
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky
You Don't Really Know Dr. King
In his "Letter from Birmingham Jail" He stated that the white moderates are worse than the Klan because while agreeing with your goals but they oppose your methods for change, and are far more concerned with order than with justice. #blacksky
In his "Letter from Birmingham Jail" He stated that the white moderates are worse than the Klan because while agreeing with your goals but they oppose your methods for change, and are far more concerned with order than with justice. #blacksky
January 20, 2025 at 7:35 PM
You Don't Really Know Dr. King
In his "Letter from Birmingham Jail" He stated that the white moderates are worse than the Klan because while agreeing with your goals but they oppose your methods for change, and are far more concerned with order than with justice. #blacksky
In his "Letter from Birmingham Jail" He stated that the white moderates are worse than the Klan because while agreeing with your goals but they oppose your methods for change, and are far more concerned with order than with justice. #blacksky
Black Capitalism is still Capitalism
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
Black Capitalism and Black Elitism will not save us.
January 20, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Black Capitalism is still Capitalism
Happy Birthday Muhammad Ali
Ali was the GOAT, but he was also an activist.
After converting to Islam, he was banned from boxing and sentenced to 5 years in prison for refusing induction into the Army, his conviction was overturned, but he lost 4 years of his Boxing career #blacksky
Ali was the GOAT, but he was also an activist.
After converting to Islam, he was banned from boxing and sentenced to 5 years in prison for refusing induction into the Army, his conviction was overturned, but he lost 4 years of his Boxing career #blacksky
January 17, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Happy Birthday Muhammad Ali
Ali was the GOAT, but he was also an activist.
After converting to Islam, he was banned from boxing and sentenced to 5 years in prison for refusing induction into the Army, his conviction was overturned, but he lost 4 years of his Boxing career #blacksky
Ali was the GOAT, but he was also an activist.
After converting to Islam, he was banned from boxing and sentenced to 5 years in prison for refusing induction into the Army, his conviction was overturned, but he lost 4 years of his Boxing career #blacksky
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'Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom. A man can’t ride you unless your back is bent.' MLK Jr.
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
January 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM
'Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom. A man can’t ride you unless your back is bent.' MLK Jr.
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Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
January 15, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
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NAACP challenging Alabama’s anti-DEI policy www.chronicle.com/article/anti...
A State’s DEI Ban Illegally Blocks Students From Learning About Racism, Lawsuit Says
The NAACP says Alabama’s legislation has had a disproportionate effect on the campus experience of minority students.
www.chronicle.com
January 15, 2025 at 11:35 AM
NAACP challenging Alabama’s anti-DEI policy www.chronicle.com/article/anti...
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
January 15, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky
Be more like Dr. King.
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A LA-based company that owns more than a dozen hospitals in four states filed for bankruptcy
Prospect Medical relied on the value of their hospital real estate to help finance massive payouts for their private equity investors, diverting funds away from direct patient care
Prospect Medical relied on the value of their hospital real estate to help finance massive payouts for their private equity investors, diverting funds away from direct patient care
Prospect Medical Holdings files for bankruptcy after owners took hundreds of millions in payouts
Bankruptcy comes days after scathing Senate report on private equity impact on hospitals.
www.cbsnews.com
January 12, 2025 at 9:36 PM
A LA-based company that owns more than a dozen hospitals in four states filed for bankruptcy
Prospect Medical relied on the value of their hospital real estate to help finance massive payouts for their private equity investors, diverting funds away from direct patient care
Prospect Medical relied on the value of their hospital real estate to help finance massive payouts for their private equity investors, diverting funds away from direct patient care
During the height of WWII, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion made history as an all-Black, all-female unit of the Women's Army Corps deployed overseas. #blacksky
Their mission? To clear a massive backlog of undelivered mail for U.S. troops in Europe.
Their mission? To clear a massive backlog of undelivered mail for U.S. troops in Europe.
January 12, 2025 at 4:23 PM
During the height of WWII, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion made history as an all-Black, all-female unit of the Women's Army Corps deployed overseas. #blacksky
Their mission? To clear a massive backlog of undelivered mail for U.S. troops in Europe.
Their mission? To clear a massive backlog of undelivered mail for U.S. troops in Europe.
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Please look at this baby capybara whose name is Tupi.
January 12, 2025 at 4:55 AM
Please look at this baby capybara whose name is Tupi.
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Creation of the SCLC
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
January 10, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Creation of the SCLC
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
Creation of the SCLC
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
January 10, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Creation of the SCLC
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky
On May 13, 1985, Philly police bombed MOVE's home, killing 11 and destroying 65 homes. This tragic event, known as the 1985 MOVE bombing, remains a tragic moment in Philadelphia's history. #blacksky
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The 1985 Move Bombing
A Tragic Chapter in Philadelphia History
onemicblackhistorypodcast.substack.com
January 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM
On May 13, 1985, Philly police bombed MOVE's home, killing 11 and destroying 65 homes. This tragic event, known as the 1985 MOVE bombing, remains a tragic moment in Philadelphia's history. #blacksky
onemicblackhistorypodcast.substack.com/p/the-1985-m...
onemicblackhistorypodcast.substack.com/p/the-1985-m...
There is no secret to success except hard work and getting something indefinable which we call "the breaks."
-Countee Cullen
Born May 30, 1903, Cullen was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Influenced by John Keats, he blended African American themes with European styles. #blacksky
-Countee Cullen
Born May 30, 1903, Cullen was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Influenced by John Keats, he blended African American themes with European styles. #blacksky
January 9, 2025 at 3:15 PM
There is no secret to success except hard work and getting something indefinable which we call "the breaks."
-Countee Cullen
Born May 30, 1903, Cullen was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Influenced by John Keats, he blended African American themes with European styles. #blacksky
-Countee Cullen
Born May 30, 1903, Cullen was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Influenced by John Keats, he blended African American themes with European styles. #blacksky
On May 13, 1985, Philadelphia PD attempted to arrest members of the MOVE organization, over 500 officers besieged their house.
As tensions escalated, police dropped a bomb on the house, igniting a fire that killed 11 people and, leaving 250 homeless.
#blacksky
As tensions escalated, police dropped a bomb on the house, igniting a fire that killed 11 people and, leaving 250 homeless.
#blacksky
January 8, 2025 at 9:32 PM
On May 13, 1985, Philadelphia PD attempted to arrest members of the MOVE organization, over 500 officers besieged their house.
As tensions escalated, police dropped a bomb on the house, igniting a fire that killed 11 people and, leaving 250 homeless.
#blacksky
As tensions escalated, police dropped a bomb on the house, igniting a fire that killed 11 people and, leaving 250 homeless.
#blacksky
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ABC, NBC & CBS dedicated about 16 minutes of airtime last night to the California wildfires without once mentioning climate change.
Since the news failed do it's job, here's a short summary of the role of climate change and wildfire risk:
www.noaa.gov/noaa-wildfir...
Since the news failed do it's job, here's a short summary of the role of climate change and wildfire risk:
www.noaa.gov/noaa-wildfir...
Wildfire climate connection
Climate change, including increased heat, extended drought, and a thirsty atmosphere, has been a key driver in increasing the risk and extent of wildfires in the western United States during the last ...
www.noaa.gov
January 8, 2025 at 8:03 PM
ABC, NBC & CBS dedicated about 16 minutes of airtime last night to the California wildfires without once mentioning climate change.
Since the news failed do it's job, here's a short summary of the role of climate change and wildfire risk:
www.noaa.gov/noaa-wildfir...
Since the news failed do it's job, here's a short summary of the role of climate change and wildfire risk:
www.noaa.gov/noaa-wildfir...
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"People enter an evacuation zone to take selfie photos and videos near burning homes at the Eaton Fire on January 7, 2025 in Pasadena, California."
January 8, 2025 at 5:08 PM
"People enter an evacuation zone to take selfie photos and videos near burning homes at the Eaton Fire on January 7, 2025 in Pasadena, California."
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“If you are silent about your pain, they’ll kill you and say you enjoyed it.”
-Zora Neale Hurston
January 7, 1891 was Zora Neale Hurston's birthday and I thought this quote was better than any biography. #blacksky
-Zora Neale Hurston
January 7, 1891 was Zora Neale Hurston's birthday and I thought this quote was better than any biography. #blacksky
January 8, 2025 at 1:22 PM
“If you are silent about your pain, they’ll kill you and say you enjoyed it.”
-Zora Neale Hurston
January 7, 1891 was Zora Neale Hurston's birthday and I thought this quote was better than any biography. #blacksky
-Zora Neale Hurston
January 7, 1891 was Zora Neale Hurston's birthday and I thought this quote was better than any biography. #blacksky