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[SKI @skiistiredasf]

Meet Alena Analeigh McQuarter, a 17-year-old phenomenon and unstoppable young queen rewriting history in STEM and medicine! 👏🏽
At just 13 years old, she made history as the youngest Black student ever accepted into a U.S. medical school (University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine).
Now at 17, this powerhouse has already achieved what most only dream of:
• Graduated high school at 12
• Earned her Bachelor’s in Biomedical Sciences and Master’s in Biological Sciences (both Summa Cum Laude) from Arizona State University by age 15
• Became the youngest person of color to intern at NASA (at just 12)
• Founded The Brown STEM Girl and The Brown STEM Girl Foundation — creating scholarships, mentorship programs, and global opportunities for girls of color in STEM
• Conducting advanced research in cancer immunology, virology, and global health
• Pursuing her PhD in Integrated Biomedical Sciences (focus on infection, immunity & inflammation) at Loma Linda University while on the path to her MD/PhD
• Initiated into Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. as one of the youngest members
From Texas to NASA to the frontiers of medicine — Alena’s journey is a powerful testament to discipline, brilliance, and purpose. She’s not just breaking barriers… she’s building bridges for every young Black girl behind her.
Her story is a powerful one. Keep shining, Queen! 👏🏽

[philip lewis @Phil_Lewis_]

There's a major civil rights protest taking place in Selma, Alabama, right now in response to the SCOTUS decision that weakened the Voting Rights Act and the ongoing attack on Black Americans’ political power

(video: defiancedispatch/IG)

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

State supreme court justices play a critical role in defending your rights and freedoms, which is why the election happening in Georgia right now is so important.

Make sure you have a plan to vote for Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin, the only two candidates in the race with strong records of standing up for all Georgians.

Early voting is already underway and Election Day is May 19th. Find out where you can vote at https://t.co/OHJnsHnuiB.

[NBA @NBA]

"This is probably the best moment in my life... to be able to walk up there and see all my teammates in cowboy hats."

Keldon Johnson, the 2025-26 @Kia NBA Sixth Man of the Year, reacts to the Spurs surprising him after Wednesday's announcement.

(via: @spurs)

[Congressman Jared Moskowitz @RepMoskowitz]

Today on the House Floor, I took a moment to honor the life of my friend, former Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer.

Nancy was taken from us far too soon. As the first Haitian American elected to the Coral Springs Commission, she made history, but that alone does not capture who she was. Nancy was one of the nicest people in the process who advocated for everyone.

Nancy had hoped to serve in this body, but she was tragically taken from us one day before she was set to announce her run.

It was an honor to talk about her on the House Floor today.

[SweeT @SweeT354]

Teacher stepped in and really poured into her student and it's honestly ... https://t.co/31QCTP4O2S via @YouTube

[San Antonio Spurs @spurs]

Kicking off the playoffs in 210 style 🎉

@HEB | @Ledger

[Gary Chambers @GaryChambersJr]

Look at their faces. What do you see?

I wanted to look them in the eye and say, on the record, that they are attempting to reconstruct this government to undo Black progress. Their targeting of @calvin4clerk is rooted in that reality, and it needed to be called out plainly.

I showed up speaking for myself. No organization in Louisiana sent me. No party asked me to come. I say that to make clear much of this work is being done independently, without formal partnerships, and without the budgets, staff, or institutional backing many established organizations have.

I came because what they are doing is wrong. The court reconstruction happening in New Orleans has been done in different ways already in Baton Rouge and across this state—especially in the largest, Blackest cities—to dilute Black political power.

I started Civics for the People because I know many of us don’t know what is happening inside government or how these systems are used. It’s my way of teaching the game and helping our people move with knowledge.

Their elections are in 2027. We can send them home to frown and chew grass much gum as they please.

If you believe this work matters, support Civics for the People at the link in my bio so I can teach the people and send some on these people home.

Share if you care 🦾

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

Great spending time with New York City’s Cutest. And thanks to @NYCMayor for giving me an excuse to break out my best “Wheels on the Bus”

[Black Media Hub ✊🏿 @BlackMediaHub]

The Mighty Dick Gregory, Was prophetic for sure.

[Elizabeth Booker Houston @booker_squared]

In today's committee meeting, RFK Jr. flat out lied when he claimed that he never said that Black children with ADHD need to be taken from their homes and sent away to be "re-parented." He said he wants to see the recording? Here it is!

[Gary Chambers @GaryChambersJr]

Louisiana ranks near the bottom in damn near everything that matters — economy, crime, education, healthcare, infrastructure — but instead of fixing that, they’re focused on taking power from a majority Black community in New Orleans.

This bill to remove the Clerk of Criminal Court isn’t about reform. It’s about control.

You can’t say you believe in local control and then override local voters when you don’t like who they elected.

I said it plain: this is reconstructionist, and it’s racist.

You use the government as a job farm building jails in your to employ your constituents and then talk efficiency and eliminate jobs in Black communities.

You’re failing your voters and some of them are starting to see the light.

Every vote you make reflects your moral character.

History will remember. So will the voters.

Share if you care 🦾

[Sports Illustrated @SInow]

“I can swallow [the loss] because we lost to a really good human being and a good team that represents women’s basketball well.”

Nothing but respect between Dawn Staley and Cori Close ❤️

[ツ @kidravi]

Andraya Carter and Chiney Ogwumike call out Geno Auriemma after UConn's loss to Dawn Staley and South Carolina in the NCAA Final Four

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

Lena Horne, Esther Rolle, Diahann Carroll, Eartha Kitt, Pam Grier, Nell Carter, Dorothy Dandridge, Isabela Sanford, Marla Gibbs, Della Reese, Hattie McDaniel, Mabel King, Lawanda Paige, Ruby Dee, and Cecily Tyson

These women represent generations of talent, resilience, and groundbreaking achievement in film, television, and entertainment. At a time when opportunities for Black actresses were limited and often shaped by stereotypes, they carved out space for themselves through skill, determination, and undeniable presence.

From pioneers like Hattie McDaniel, who became the first Black person to win an Academy Award, to stars like Dorothy Dandridge, who broke barriers as one of the first Black women nominated for Best Actress, each of these women contributed to changing how Black women were seen on screen. Their work challenged narrow roles and opened doors for more complex and meaningful representation.

Actresses such as Lena Horne, Eartha Kitt, Diahann Carroll, and Ruby Dee brought depth and versatility to their performances, proving that Black women could lead, inspire, and captivate audiences across genres. Others, like Pam Grier, helped redefine strength and independence in film, while figures like Cicely Tyson elevated storytelling with roles that honored dignity and cultural identity.

Beyond their performances, many of these women used their platforms to speak on social issues, advocate for equality, and push the industry forward. Their influence extends far beyond the screen, shaping both culture and opportunity for future generations. #WomensHistoryMonth

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[Zoom Afrika @zoomafrika1]

"A lie told once is questioned. A lie repeated often enough becomes accepted. And once it becomes 'common sense,' people stop investigating it. That is how deception survives."

~ Malcolm X

[Eric Daugherty @EricLDaugh]

🚨 IT'S OFFICIAL: After Delta Airlines canceled ALL special privileges for members of Congress while TSA is unpaid, other airlines nationwide are being pressured to follow suit

This is common sense. Treat them the same as us! ALL airlines should do this!

[Meidas_Charise Lee @charise_lee]

SAY THEIR NAMES‼️

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

Music has always had its kings—but it has also had its queens. Women whose voices, style, and influence didn’t just follow trends… they created them. #WomensHistoryMonth