Kathy Collins

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

More than 40 years ago, I arrived in Chicago in search of an idea. I was a young man looking for purpose, who believed deeply in America, was inspired by the Civil Rights Movement, and wanted to be a part of something larger. The America I believed in was one where everyone has opportunity, everyone is seen, everyone belongs—because that was an America that had a place for me, too.

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

To George and Laura, Bill and Hillary — we're grateful for your friendship, counsel, and devotion to this country. And to Joe and Jill, thank you for being on this journey with us.

[Hill Country Flavor Catering (HCF) @hillcoflavc2168]

Juneteenth a celebration of freedom, hope, and resilience. As we remember this significant moment in history, we give thanks to God for the blessings of liberty and recommit ourselves to loving our neighbors and pursuing justice for all. #Juneteenth #FaithAndFreedom

[Jackson State U. @JacksonStateU]

#JSUGrad26: “Graduates, you may now turn your tassels from right to left.” 🎓✨

Congratulations to our Spring 2026 Undergraduate Class! 💙

#JacksonStateUniversity

[The Political HQ @ThePoliticalHQ]

🚨BREAKING🚨

Democrat Quentin Wiltz has defeated Republican Tony Carbone in the Pearland, Texas Mayoral Election.

This is a flip from 🔴 to 🔵.

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

Nashville was given the Nickname ‘Music City’ by England's Queen Victoria after receiving the Fisk University Jubilee Singers in her court in 1873.

The group, made of mostly those formely enslaved, put Nashville on the musical map.

[The Political HQ @ThePoliticalHQ]

🚨BREAKING🚨

Democrat Brittney Garcia-Dumas has defeated Incumbent Republican Rebecca Boxall in the Arlington, Texas City Council District 5 Election.

This is a flip from 🔴 to 🔵.

[Kathy Collins @CollinsKarhy]

My 💙 is bursting! 🌟 Congratulations to Kat on being inducted into the Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society this week! 🗣️🎓 She has worked so hard for this, and she was officially awarded her GOLD CORD today to wear at graduation!The way you represent excellence in Communication Studies!

[Texas Men’s Basketball @TexasMBB]

40 straight minutes of Texas Fight 🤘

#HookEm | #AlwaysCompete

[GeorgiaPeach Forever46 🇺🇲🦅🇺🇲 @ChrisFromGA68]

Rolls eyes in Surya Bonaly 🙄

[AFRICAN & BLACK HISTORY @AfricanArchives]

George Taliaferro was the first black player drafted in the NFL.

In the 1949 NFL Draft, Taliaferro was selected by the Chicago Bears in the 13th round (129th overall), breaking a barrier in a league that had long been slow to include Black athletes in its formal selection process. Although he chose to honor a contract with the Los Angeles Dons of the rival All-America Football Conference that year, his selection marked a historic first in NFL history — a moment that helped open doors for the generations of Black athletes who followed.

Before the pros, Taliaferro was already a force at Indiana University, starring in multiple positions, earning three All-American honors, and leading the Hoosiers to their only undefeated Big Ten season. In the NFL and the AAFC, he continued to showcase his versatility, playing halfback, quarterback, defensive back, receiver, punter, and returner over his professional career.

Beyond the gridiron, Taliaferro dedicated his life to education and community service — earning a master’s degree, supporting youth programs, and advocating for equality off the field.

Taliaferro passed away in 2018 at the age of 91, but his impact lives on every time players of all races take the field, every time the draft brings excitement and opportunity, and every Super Bowl weekend reminds us how far the game — and the country — has come. #SuperBowl

[St. Edward's Hilltoppers @SEUAthletics]

Blake Nielsen set the tone.
Jamison Kay kept the rhythm.
@SEUMBasketball rolls past Texas A&M International.
#FearTheGoat

RECAP: https://t.co/XMIsLu4l0r

[Texas Men’s Basketball @TexasMBB]

Horns win. 🤘

#HookEm | #AlwaysCompete

[Kathy Collins @CollinsKarhy]

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