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February 8, 2024

Commentary

Black History Month – Cover Story: Black History in Murals: A Journey Through Art and Time

By Ilse García Romero

Not only is Philadelphia key to understanding early American history, but it is also rich with Black history

Once the nation’s capital, Philadelphia boasts being the “birthplace of America,” where Revolutionary leaders met to sign the Declaration of Independence and, later, the Constitution. Our…

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Sharp n’ Blunt

Black History Month – The Super Bowl and Black History

By Desi Cortez Columnist

The pigskin extravaganza encompasses everything MAGA fears; Racial and cultural diversity, racial and gender inclusion, open competition, played on a fair and balanced playing field.

Black History Month is the appropriate time to showcase the impact and influence of Black people on American culture. Here in February, Patrick Mahomes may win…

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Commentary

Black History Month – Lantern of Liberty – Harriet Tubman Wall Mural

By Peter Gamble Publisher

This 70 foot high mural can no longer been seen on the west side of a building in the 9-hundred block of Chestnut Street in Philadelphia.

The Tubman mural was created by the Philadelphia Mural Project in six weeks at a cost of $45-thousand dollars in order to be finished in time…

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Commentary

Congressman Troy Nehls – Rash, Brash, Out of Control

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux, PhD Editorial Board

Don’t speak up, Black women, or you will suffer consequences. Don’t confront white men, or we will knock you down. Congressman Troy Nehls – Rash, Brash, Out of Control.

Republican Congressman Troy Nehls (R-TX) attacked his colleague, St. Louis Congresswoman Cori Bush (D-MO) with language that is rash, brash, and out of control. It happened…

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