Members of the Black Press and President Jimmy Carter at the White House. President Jimmy Carter at the head of the table, along with identified members of the Black Press, Ibn Sharieff, Chicago; Rev. … [Read more...]
From Betrayal to Empowerment: The Imperative Shift Towards a Vigorous Black Press
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia The media has always been a vital pillar of democracy because it informs citizens, holds governments at all levels … [Read more...]
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Highlights President’s Commitment to Black Community in Exclusive Interview
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia In an exclusive telephone interview, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre underscored President Biden’s … [Read more...]
White House Addresses Black Media
By Karen Stokes As the President prepares to leave the country, the White House engaged with the Black media to maintain open lines of communication. In a conversation with a White House … [Read more...]
Black Publishers Vow to Remove Benjamin Chavis to Save the Black Press’ NNPA
By Nicolle M. Jones A group of disenfranchised Black publishers have vowed to continue their fight to save the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) after a Washington, D.C. judge … [Read more...]
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Politics and Black Media
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor I can frequently be heard touting the names Ezekiel Gillespie and Joshua Glover. Each man’s story represents Wisconsin’s progressive stance on … [Read more...]
Mike Bloomberg Makes History with the Black Press of America
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia Recognizing the importance of the Black vote and the reach of the Black Press of America, Democratic Presidential … [Read more...]
Wells Fargo Commits to $60 Billion in Lending for Black Homebuyers
The Black Press Is a Trusted Vehicle for News in the Black Community, Wells Fargo Says By Stacy M. Brown (The Washington Informer/NNPA Member) Wells Fargo’s $60 billion pledge to African … [Read more...]
After 190 Years, the Global Impact of the Black Press Is Still Undeniable
By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor) For 190 years, the global impact of the Black Press has been irrefutable; from fighting against colonialism to Africa to advocating for Black … [Read more...]
Still Pleading Our Own Cause: The Black Press Celebrates 190 Years
By Stacy M. Brown NNPA News Wire Contributor The oldest Black business industry in America began 190 years ago today. On March 16, 1827, the first edition of the “Freedom’s Journal” was … [Read more...]