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Democrats, Why Not A Black Or Hispanic Woman For President In 2020? Why Not Two Women On The 2020 Ticket?
It has been reported that 56% of the 2016 Democratic presidential primary voters were women and 25% were African American. With numbers like those why shouldn't an African American or Hispanic woman be on the 2020 Democratic Party presidential ticket?
Cornyn Highlights Accomplishments of Congress, Administration
‘Through the efforts of the Administration and by working with Congress, we've been able to greatly lessen the regulatory burden on many American job creators, something sorely needed while our economy has been bumping along at roughly two percent growth.’
The Impact Network Launches On Comcast Xfinity's Northeast And Western Regions!
The Impact Network, The only African American owned and operated Christian television network in the U.S., is available today on Comcast cable's Northeast and Western region which includes the following states, Northeast region: Maine, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Washington DC, Delaware, Connecticut, Vermont, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, Western region: Arizona, Washington, Oregon, California, Colorado, Utah, Idaho, New Mexico and Texas. The Impact network features programming on urban ministries and gospel lifestyle entertainment.
If My Parents Only Knew What It's Like To Be Bullied In 2017
A group of 10 to 16-year-olds agreed to sit down for an honest discussion about bullying. The kids were eager to share their stories and when asked who had experienced bullying, all nine hands shot up in the air. But the next question was met with some hesitation. The question was simple:
Rep. Maxine Waters: Trump's Actions 'Leading Himself' To Impeachment
Rep. Maxine Waters said Monday that President Donald Trump's actions are "leading himself" to possible impeachment.
Preventing Cancer In Houston's Food Deserts
Cancer is a killer in African American communities. The death rate is highest among Blacks, according to the American Cancer Society.
Impostor Feelings Fuel Negative Mental Health Outcomes for Minority Students, Study
While perceived discrimination on college campuses compromises the self-esteem, well-being and mental health of ethnic minority students, new psychology research from The University of Texas at Austin suggests the impostor phenomenon may worsen these effects.
4th Annual HBCU Braintrust TODAY, 3PM EST
Due to technical difficulties yesterday, we are hosting a special REBROADCAST of the 4th Annual HBCU Braintrust to include a special session with IBM and four HBCU leaders as they discuss their faculty training partnership. This partnership provides knowledge about the emerging technologies that students will need to know as they enter the tech workforce. Don’t forget to visit www.cbcfinc.org/alc to log in to view the session. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS IT! This session is sponsored by IBM, Bayer and GEICO.
UNCF Welcomes Top Lawyer and Community Leader as Honorary Chair of 29th Annual “A Mind is…” Gala
Wonderful things happen when a community works toward a common goal, something Houston knows well after Hurricane Harvey. In the face of this hardship, UNCF is as determined as ever to continue its work of helping young people attend college.
Occidental College in Los Angeles to Create $40 Million Endowment for Barack Obama Scholars Program
It has long been one of the lesser-known facts about the life of Barack Obama. For all the talk about the former president and his Ivy alma maters — Columbia University and Harvard Law School — he actually spent the first two years of his higher education life, from 1979 to 1981, attending Occidental College in Los Angeles.
Akron Board Greenlights Plan for LeBron James’ Foundation to Open “I Promise” Public School
NBA star LeBron James is using his platform to advocate for education. Through his organization—The LeBron James Family Foundation—he will open up a public school in his hometown Akron, Ohio, USA Today reported.
Kings Of Bachata Aventura Return To New York For First Time In Four Years For Special Hometown Show
Today award-winning bachata superstars Aventura announced an intimate concert in their hometown of New York City to take place on Monday, March 16th at Radio City Music Hall. The show will mark the group’s first performance in the city in four years.
Houston ISD Relaunches Grab and Go Meals Program On Monday, April 6, 2020
The Houston Independent School District is relaunching its Grab and Go Curbside Meals Program on Monday, April 6, 2020.
Survey: Two-thirds of Texas workers may be ill-prepared for retirement
An uncertain economic future may be in store for the two-thirds (66 percent) of private-sector workers without an employer-offered retirement plan, based on a survey of 501 small business owners in Texas released today by AARP. Nearly three-quarters (74 percent) of small business owners surveyed said that, as taxpayers, they are concerned about these workers and their families not saving enough and ending up reliant on public assistance programs.
Local Pastors Join Citizens for a Pro-Business Delaware In Urging Governor Carney for Racial Breakdown in State Coronavirus Cases
Communities of Color that are most vulnerable to COVID-19 need a comprehensive response plan to the disease in Delaware
As of today, Delaware is one of many states that has yet to release demographic data on the race or ethnicity of people who've tested positive for the novel coronavirus.
New Virtual Event Service Helps Couples Create Memorable and Professional Live-Streamed Weddings
A new virtual event service launches just in time for Summer weddings. Our Virtual Event (www.OurVirtualEvent.com), the brainchild of two wedding industry veterans, provides couples with a professional service to host their special event online during social distancing. The service provides pro lighting and sound equipment, live technical set up and support, live editing, guest experience packages and virtual wedding planning to create an engaging and interactive experience.
Houston Black Real Estate Association Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Fair Housing Act Signed Seven Days After the Assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The Houston Black Real Estate Association, (HBREA) a local chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), the country’s oldest, minority real estate trade association is planning a week-long series of events, April 14-21, 2018 in observance of the trade association’s dedication to increasing Black wealth through home ownership.
Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law’s Statement: SCOTUS Decision on Husted v. A. Philip Randolph Institute
Kristen Clarke, president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law (Lawyers’ Committee), issued the following statement Monday regarding the U.S. Supreme Court’s 5-4 ruling in Husted v. A. Philip Randolph Institute, holding that the process at issue - failure to vote as the basis for canceling voter registrations - does not violate federal law:
Nicki Minaj Surprises Fans with the Release of Her Highly Anticipated New Album Queen
New York, NY (August 10th, 2018) - The undisputed reigning queen of hip-hop, NICKI MINAJ, has released her highly anticipated fourth full-length album, Queen. The album is available at all digital retailers, see full track listing below.
Indulge in Corner Bakery’s New Wholesome Holiday Dishes
Rustic Italian Panini, Chicken Rosa Pasta, Caramel Pecan Chocolate Baby Bundt Cake and more now available
Corner Bakery is catering to your indulgent side with the debut of its new seasonal menu items.
