CEO & publisher of the AFRO-American Newspapers; accomplished speaker; exceptional leader; corporate board member; co-founder Word In Black
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There are only 40 days until Election Day. Make sure you are registered and have a plan to vote. Your vote it your voice. #WinWithBlackWomen
.@KamalaHarris is the leader that we need. She is qualified. She is ready. #WinWithBlackWomen
Why J.D. Vance's Views on Childless Teachers Could Hurt Black Students wordinblack.com/2024/08/why-…
Thanks @OnTheRecordWYPR for the invitation to discuss this fascinating series.
#AFRO Publisher and CEO Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper discusses the cultural history and relevance of the Apple TV series "#LadyInTheLake" on #WYPR's "On the Record". The series is based on the AFRO's coverage of the disappearance of Shirley Parker in 1969. afro.com/afro-publisher-shir…
Information needed in brutal Baltimore County carjacking afro.com/carjacking-mother-i…
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“Our faith is stronger than our fears.”
Prince George’s County Executive
Angela Alsobrooks #DNC2024
Congress talks about the important role Black media plays in society afro.com/black-media-congres…
Congratulations @BaltimoreMayor and his beautiful bride!
#BreakingNews Baltimore's Mayor Brandon Scott Ties the Knot with Hana Pugh in Elegant Private Ceremony!
#brandonscott #married #afronews
More details to come!!
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Rising rates of #hypertension in children is a concerning trend, often linked to the obesity epidemic. Experts urge regular blood pressure checks and a focus on healthy lifestyles to prevent and treat the condition. #ChildHealth afro.com/pediatric-hypertens…
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Bilphena Decontee Yahwon, an intern at #AfroCharities, is using her time to explore the historical connection between Liberia and Baltimore through the #AFROAmerican Newspapers. Her work aims to make Afro Charities a central site for Liberians in Baltimore afro.com/afro-charities-inte…
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.@charmlitmag took some time today to visit our @afrocharities location to learn about the archive history of Afro News 📰
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Trump spewed plenty of lies and misinformation about Vice President Harris at the NABJ convention. Our "Black Vote, Black Power" correspondent @keithboykin points out 10 big ones.
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Legal director of #ACLU of Maryland, #DeborahJeon, discusses the ongoing struggle for racial equity on the Eastern Shore. She highlights the need for fair representation in local elections, citing the disproportionate impact of #VotingRightsAct lawsuits. afro.com/eastern-shore-racia…
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AFRAM, One of the largest African American festivals on the East Coast has officially kicked off at Druid Hill Park for Juneteenth weekend!
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President Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are set to host a Juneteenth Concert on the South Lawn of the White House on June 10. The event will feature a lineup of esteemed artists including Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle. #juneteenth #whitehouse afro.com/white-house-junetee…
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It’s our birthday! 🎉 Thank you for supporting us for four years as we’ve confronted inequities, elevated solutions, and amplified the Black experience. Want to help us celebrate? Make a tax-deductible donation here: wordinblack.com/donate/
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Of the 9,387 military personnel buried at Normandy American Cemetery in Colleville-sur-Mer, France, 135 are African-American men, three are women, and five are listed on the Wall of the Missing. The three women are from the 6888th Battalion. #MemorialDay
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FREE Virtual Black Business Matters Expo 2024, this Thursday, May 30th
Empowerment, entrepreneurship, and excellence collide at this dynamic event celebrating Black-owned businesses.
Complimentary registration: afrotix.live/e/black-busines…
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Howard University student Zora Sanders renounces her Delta Sigma Theta membership, sparking debate over whether Black Greek Letter Organizations are cults. The decision has led to a range of reactions against and in support. #divinenine #christianity afro.com/howard-university-s…
