African-Americans
Walmart Pulls Juneteenth Ice Cream as Black-Owned Creamalicious Touted
"We received feedback that a few items caused concern for some of our customers and we sincerely apologize," Walmart said.
During the Easter Season, Catholics Across the Country Call for Reparations
We must ask ourselves, how are we going to atone for the systemic evils that oppressed so many people in this country for centuries? How can we always keep this lesson of Easter before us?
McConnell Comparing 'African Americans' and 'Americans' Sparks Outrage
Voters of color concerns about voting rights are "misplaced," McConnell said, "as African American voters are voting in as high a percentage as Americans."
Detroit Lawmakers to Sue Over New Maps They Say Dilute Power of Black Votes
The lawmakers say the maps approved by a state commission last week dilute the voting power of Black voters, especially in the districts that divide Detroit.
Spelling Bee Champ Avant-garde's Hoops Highlight Tape Has Internet in Awe
Zalia Avant-garde is a three-time Guiness world record holder for dribbling, bouncing and juggling basketballs.
Fauci Says Vaccine Rollout Isn't Failing Black Community Despite Challenges
The infectious diseases expert said he was concerned at the rise in disinformation around the pandemic, and that some lawmakers promote conspiracy theories around it.
San Francisco Mayor Calls Kamala Harris' Senate Replacement 'Unfortunate'
Mayor London Breed called the appointment of Alex Padilla to fill Harris' Senate seat a "real blow" to the African American community.
Trump Says Dems Will 'Take Over Your Farm,' Prompting Racism Claims
Trump told Georgia rallygoers the government will confiscate their land and firearms if Democratic Senate candidates win the upcoming runoff elections, echoing his 2018 comments on white South African farmers.
Joe Biden Appeals to Trump Voters: 'Let's Give Each Other a Chance'
"It's time for our better angels to prevail. At our best, America is a beacon for the globe, we will lead not only by the example of our power, but by the power of our example," Biden said.
Trump Tries to Court Black Voters After Failing to Denounce White Supremacy
The president doesn't need to win the majority of African American voters: he just needs to lower Biden's margin of victory.
Black Americans Warned of Increased Colorectal Cancer Risks
The Black Panther star died at the age of 43 after privately battling the disease for four years.
What Comes After Margaret Sanger's Cancelation?
The founder of Planned Parenthood was a notorious racist and eugenicist.
My Friend John Lewis Made the World a Better Place
A former congresswoman who served with John Lewis looks back on the legacy of a civil rights icon.
John Lewis Was a Champion of Black-Jewish Ties. We Must Build on His Legacy
Now, more than ever, we must learn from the example set by a great man.
Kushner Says 'We Were Playing with Live Ammo' After Trump Was Elected
In a wide-ranging interview, the president's senior adviser (and son-in-law) discussed his work on criminal justice reform, the COVID-19 crisis and why African Americans should vote for Trump.
America Was Conceived in Racism
America was founded in racism, and systemic racism continues to plague the country up through the present.
Why Black Lives Don't Matter to 'Black Lives Matter'
Black lives matter, but the organization calling itself "Black Lives Matter" is self-serving and self-defeating.
40 Percent of Asians, Blacks Report Race-Related Negative Experiences
Thirty-one percent of Asian adults were subject to slurs or jokes because of their race or ethnicity, compared with 21 percent of African-Americans, 15 percent of Hispanics and 8 percent of whites.
Why Black Americans Experience Higher COVID Hospitalization Rate: Study
The Pew data found Americans overall are split on why Black people are hospitalized more frequently.
200 Oklahoma Black Gun Owners Set to Rally for 2nd Amendment Rights
"I have encountered the police and observed them while holding my gun from a safe distance," Omar Chatman said. "I've been displeased with every encounter."
Petition to Make Juneteenth a National Holiday Eclipses 300,000 Signatures
The petition was created in late 2019 by Opal Lee, 93, to give Americans a way to celebrate freedom for all, her granddaughter Dione Sims told Newsweek.
CDC Data Shows Coronavirus Disproportionately Affects Blacks and Latinos
While Joe Biden helped draw attention to the social inequalities driving up COVID-19 cases among black Americans, there has been less attention paid to Latinos.
Rep. Clyburn: 'Nobody Is Going to Defund Police,' Must 'Deconstruct' System
The congressman said that protesters should aim to "deconstruct" the U.S. policing system that targets young black people, not to simply "defund the police."
Economists' Silence on Racism Is 100 Years in the Making
The economics profession must end its century of systemic racism.
The Pipeline for Black Children Needs to Be Fixed, Too
We have to seize this moment to fix our juvenile justice pipeline, too.
How Congress Can Respond to George Floyd
There is an innovative way that Congress can act to help improve the fortunes of black America.
Ilhan Omar: George Floyd Protests Are What Happens 'When People Are Tired'
Omar said that nationwide reforms are needed in the wake of George Floyd's police-involved death.
Trump Store Rolls Out 'You Ain't Black' T-shirts Referencing Biden Remark
President Donald Trump's campaign is looking to capitalize - and profit - off of former Vice President Joe Biden's "you ain't black" remark Friday by selling a $30 t-shirt featuring the phrase.
Black South Carolinians Twice as Concerned With COVID-19 as Whites: Poll
Nearly 70 percent of black South Carolina residents are "extremely concerned" with COVID-19 outbreaks in their community compared to just 27 percent of whites, a Clemson University survey finds.
Latino, Black Adults More Concerned About COVID-19 than White Adults: Poll
More than a quarter—27 percent—of black adults say they know someone who has either been hospitalized or has died from the coronavirus, according to a new Pew Research Center study.