R. Ponder, E. JD, LLM, CCRP

“We must forever conduct our struggle on the high plane of dignity and discipline." – MLK, Jr.

[R. Ponder, E. JD, LLM, CCRP @Idreamforward]

My most recent article: A Protected Class, An Unprotected Condition, and A Biomarker – A Method/Formula for Increased #Diversity in #ClinicalTrials for the AA Subject with Benign Ethnic Neutropenia (BEN)
Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 June 2023 #research #diversity @CambridgeUP
DOI:https://t.co/9nfo41We6n

[Cambridge University Press @CambridgeUP]

Together with our customers, authors and partners, we are discovering exciting possibilities and helping the global academic community to unlock their potential, benefitting society and the planet.

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#WeAreCambridge

[NBABase @TheNBABase]

Jalen Brunson’s mom, Sandra, missed her connecting flight, had to fly commercial, and drove 1.5 hours from Austin to San Antonio just to make it to Game 5 on time.

She refused to take the team’s private charter so she could attend a charity event for kids in Harlem.

A mother’s dedication.

(Via @ramonashelburne)

[Monroe Nichols @Monichols]

Today, our city mourns the loss of Mother Viola Fletcher - a survivor of one of the darkest chapters in our city’s history. Mother Fletcher endured more than anyone should, yet she spent her life lighting a path forward with purpose. 1/

[Bounce @bouncetv]

Shoutout to Salt-N-Pepa — officially Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees after a historic celebration! Legends who opened doors, rewrote rules, and moved the culture forward.

📺 Watch them on the @JHudShow as they talk legacy and what this honor means tomorrow morning on Bounce.

[Inspiration & More @LifeWithJohn]

Happy Veteran's Day! November 11 marks the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I on the "eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month" in 1918.
On this November 11th federal holiday, we thank all veterans for their service! 🇺🇸

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

To those who served and loved the country that did not love them back.

Happy #VeteransDay!

[Black Enterprise @blackenterprise]

The Greensboro Four collectively helped to change the course of American history when they conducted a sit-in at a Woolworth's lunch counter https://t.co/htWXBTZwrb

[Rockwell Gordy @rockwellgordy]

My Aunt #DianaRoss still having fun and she's 81 years old. My dad #BerryGordy is 95 still walking, dancing and handling business. I'm beyond Blessed to come from this amazing legacy 😊
#motownmusic

[LBJ Library @LBJLibrary]

#DidYouKnow: After signing the #Medicare and #Medicaid bill into law, and proclaiming the 33rd president "the real daddy of Medicare," #PresidentJohnson awarded #PresidentTruman and #BessTruman the first two Medicare cards.

[TV One @tvonetv]

From teenage charm to timeless legacy - Malcolm-Jamal Warner brought heart and humor to Theo Huxtable 🥹❤️ Don't miss #TheCosbyShow: A Look Back - Malcolm-Jamal Warner Tribute, starting Friday at 6p/5c and Sunday at 12p/11c. For more: https://t.co/ZbC4SQMtEz

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

The flash flooding in Central Texas is absolutely heartbreaking. Michelle and I are praying for everyone who has lost a loved one or is waiting for news — especially the parents. And we’re grateful to the first responders and rescue teams working around the clock to help.

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

On this day in 1957, Althea Gibson became the first African-American to win Wimbledon.

[The Zodiac GM @TheZodiacGM]

2025 NBA Draft

No. 10

Houston Rockets (traded to Phoenix Suns) select:

Khaman Maluach (Virgo)

Synergy Grade: A-

Connects well with:
Coach Jordan Ott
Devin Booker
Bradley Beal

Note: May be a coach's favorite, will connect well overall with the team.

[Deathless Sports @DeathlessSports]

THE BIG BOY: The @Suns select Khanan Maluach, the 7.2 Inch Center from Duke, with the #10 pick in the #NBADraft ☀️

[ESPN @espn]

MVP. WCF MVP. FINALS MVP.

SHAI IS ON TOP OF THE BASKETBALL WORLD 🏆🏆🏆

[NBA @NBA]

The @okcthunder are the 2024-25 NBA Champions!

[Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) @TheBlackCaucus]

It is with deep respect and profound sadness that we mourn the passing of former Congressman Charles B. Rangel, a founding member and former Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus.

May he rest in peace.

[Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali 🤙🏾✊🏾 @EJinAction]

Thank you for your service! We will make sure the unseen and unheard are never forgotten, and no one’s story is left behind. #MemorialDay2025

[Senator Mark Kelly @SenMarkKelly]

Today on Memorial Day, we remember the brave servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and their families, including so many Arizonans.

If there is someone you’re thinking about today, know that their service is never forgotten.

[NAACP @NAACP]

On this #MemorialDay, we honor the brave soldiers who served and sacrificed for our nation.

Their courage and dedication paved the way toward freedom and justice. We remember and salute them today and always.

[Brown v. Board NHP @BRVB_NHP]

Through March 14, Brown v. Board of Education NHP is presenting “Women of Brown,” a traveling exhibit that tells the story of the 12 Black women in the lawsuit that challenged segregation of public elementary schools in Topeka in 1951.

#BlackHistoryMonth #CivilRights