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What is @GinaHinojosaTX's vision for public schools?

The Texas gubernatorial candidate says public schools should be a gateway to opportunity, not a broken promise of the American dream.

🍽️ Hear more in the new episode of “What’s Popular?" https://t.co/S2ZUx0y5fW

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“I’ll be damned if I’m not gonna try.” @stephenasmith is defending his decision to accept a dinner invitation from President Trump.

He says he addressed unemployment among Black women, The Protect College Sports Act, and how anti-DEI initiatives are affecting donations to HBCUs.

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Known as the “Million-Dollar Voice,” Reverend C.L. Franklin was a renowned preacher and civil rights activist whose influence reached far beyond the pulpit. He was also the father of music legend Aretha Franklin.

Watch Episode 2 of #AmericaAmended 📜
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Texas gubernatorial candidate @GinaHinojosaTX says Gov. Greg Abbott’s leadership is about “grift,” not accountability, accusing him of dividing Texans while they pay more and get less.

🍽️ Watch “What’s Popular?” with Ashley Allison: https://t.co/o1YBvlhtd6

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Political creator and commentator @booker_squared returned to her hometown of Memphis to use her platform to amplify community concerns over data centers and demand accountability from local leaders.

Memphis City Council voted down a proposed 12-month data center moratorium.

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What should Black communities hold @AbdulElSayed accountable for if elected to the U.S. Senate?

Hear more from the Michigan Senate candidate on “What’s Popular?” with Ashley Allison 🍽️ https://t.co/dmw706hUAg

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Why should Black voters support @GinaHinojosaTX for Texas governor?

Hinojosa points to her history of coalition-building with Black leaders & her fight to protect voting access, including “Souls to the Polls.”

Hear more tomorrow on “What’s Popular?” 🍽️ https://t.co/o1YBvli12E

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Game on! 🎮 Michigan Senate candidate #AbdulElSayed calls Mike Rogers an NPC.

Watch more of “What’s Popular?” with @AbdulElSayed and Ashley Allison 🍽️ https://t.co/dmw706hmKI

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Former Green Bay Packers legend Ahman Green has revealed that he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease last year.

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Former Green Bay Packers star Ahman Green has revealed that he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease last year.

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Green said he first noticed symptoms including twitching in his feet while sleeping. Since his diagnosis, he has focused on maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and consistently taking his medication.

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Former Green Bay Packers star Ahman Green has revealed that he was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease last year.

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The 49-year-old running back, who earned four Pro Bowl selections during his eight seasons with the Packers, shared the diagnosis on Tyler Dunne’s “Go Long” podcast.

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.@RepJasmine says the challenges facing Black communities aren’t isolated incidents, but they’re connected by systems that too often fail to deliver equal justice, opportunity, and accountability.

🎥 Watch her remarks at the National Urban League on July 30.

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Cynthia Erivo has been cast as Miriam Makeba in “The Road Home,” an upcoming film exploring the artists and friendships that helped shape Paul Simon’s landmark “Graceland” album.

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.@RepJasmine (D-TX) says the challenges facing Black communities aren’t isolated incidents, but they’re connected by systems that too often fail to deliver equal justice, opportunity, and accountability.

🎥 Watch her remarks at the National Urban League on July 30.

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Cynthia Erivo is stepping into the role of a legend 🎤

The Oscar-nominated actor and Grammy, Emmy, and Tony winner has been cast as Miriam Makeba in “The Road Home,” an upcoming film exploring the artists and friendships that helped shape Paul Simon’s landmark “Graceland” album.

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.@RepJasmine (D-TX) says the challenges facing Black communities aren’t isolated incidents, but they’re connected by systems that too often fail to deliver equal justice, opportunity, and accountability.

🎥 Watch her remarks at the National Urban League on July 30.

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Now do you think Cynthia Erivo is the right person to bring “Mama Africa” to life? Tell us in the comments.

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Cynthia Erivo is stepping into the role of a legend 🎤

The Oscar-nominated actor and Grammy, Emmy, and Tony winner has been cast as Miriam Makeba in “The Road Home,” an upcoming film exploring the artists and friendships that helped shape Paul Simon’s landmark “Graceland” album.

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The cast also includes John Legend as Harry Belafonte and Thabo Rametsi as South African jazz icon Hugh Masekela.

Before you decide if she’s the perfect choice, take a minute to enjoy both of these unforgettable performances 🎶