Toni Morrison dominated an industry in which depictions of black life were often limited and rooted in stereotype.
Her first book, "The Bluest Eye," was published in 1970. Among her other great works are "Song of Solomon" and "A Mercy."
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Today, we honor Henrietta Lacks on what would’ve been her 105th birthday. This Black woman’s cells changed the world — yet they were taken without her consent. Her legacy lives on in every medical breakthrough. We stand with her family as they fight to define it. Rest in Power.
For over 15 years, UPTOWN has proudly celebrated Black excellence in Hollywood, shining a spotlight on the trailblazing creatives and executives—both in front of and behind the camera—whose contributions to film and television may not always receive the... https://t.co/xcWr8Z8viO
BREAKING: Following Donald Trump’s racist rally at Madison Square Garden, East Harlem is showing up with the energy and enthusiasm needed to make sure Donald Trump never sets foot in the Oval Office again.
You are invited to join us for this #diverse business event in Torrence, CA on Monday, Nov. 18. See the complete details below. Click this link to RSVP: https://t.co/VEl8E8sG7L.
You're going to hear a lot of people telling you a Black woman can't be president. You'll hear people say America "just isn't ready."
America will get ready. Because Kamala Harris is how we're gonna beat that guy. Be not afraid.
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Sitting in a panel discussion about getting news coverage as a #PR professional.
Tips:
1. Give details in your email pitch
2. Get to know various reporters. Relationships matter.
3. DO NOT send generic pitches.
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A judge orders a white man to stand trial and face charges for shooting Ralph Yarl, a Black teenager who rang his doorbell after coming to the wrong address. https://t.co/ib7EzBCfle
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson have launched a $10 million relief fund to support Maui residents devastated by the fires. Adults in the affected areas will be eligible to receive $1,200 a month as they get back on their feet. https://t.co/SGzH2R5gI8
"Who is going to do all this work?"
Florida Latino immigrant workers said the state needed them to clean up after Hurricane Idalia though Gov. Ron DeSantis tried to "push" them out with his new immigration law. https://t.co/CdqyQ2B2K6
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson have launched a $10 million relief fund to support Maui residents devastated by the fires. Adults in the affected areas will be eligible to receive $1,200 a month as they get back on their feet. https://t.co/chVHETdSXb