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Leadership Matters: Gov. Wes Moore on Service, Leadership & Economic Opportunity

In this inspiring episode of Leadership Matters, host Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. sits down with Maryland Governor Wes Moore, a visionary leader dedicated to expanding opportunity, advancing equity, and strengthening communities across the state.Governor Moore shares insights from his journey of leadership—from military service and business to public office—and reflects on the responsibility of leadership in addressing today’s most pressing challenges. The conversation highlights his commitment to economic development, education, workforce opportunity, and creating pathways for success for all […]

July 5, 2026 1

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Leadership Matters: Rep. James E. Clyburn & AmeriHealth’s Rhonda Mims | Two Exclusive Interviews

In this impactful episode of Leadership Matters, host Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. presents two in-depth interviews with leaders shaping the future of public policy and healthcare: U.S. Representative James E. Clyburn of South Carolina and Rhonda Mims, Executive Vice President at AmeriHealth Caritas.🔹 Segment 1: Rep. James E. Clyburn (South Carolina)Dr. Chavis engages Congressman Clyburn in a powerful discussion on leadership in Congress, the ongoing fight for civil rights, and advancing equity through public policy. As one of the […]

July 4, 2026 5

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What the Supreme Court’s Trans Sports Ruling Means

By David Kesena | Rolling Out The Supreme Court issued one of its most closely watched rulings of the term today, deciding that states have the authority to bar transgender girls and women from competing on girls’ and women’s school sports teams. The 6-3 decision, written by Justice Brett Kavanaugh, resolved 2 cases that had been working through the federal court system for years: Little v. Hecox, involving Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act, and West Virginia v. B.P.J., centered […]

July 4, 2026 1

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Black Blacksmiths Built the Ironwork Still Defining Southern Cities

By Shikha D | San Diego Voice and Viewpoint Some things to know about Black blacksmiths are that skilled artisans worked under very difficult conditions, ironwork was a form of artistic expression for them, and it still defines and shapes the Southern landscape. You probably had no idea, but a lot of the ironwork that you see as you walk through many historic Southern cities comes from the labor and creativity of Black blacksmiths. One great example from Charleston ironwork […]

July 3, 2026 2

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ICE Activity Ramping Up in Milwaukee (Time to be Prepared AND Proactive!)

Statement of Milwaukee Common Council Members: Alderman Alex Brower, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt, Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderwoman Larresa Taylor, Alderwoman Sharlen P. Moore, and Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic We have been made aware that there is elevated ICE activity in Milwaukee. We strongly condemn this fascist terror activity being carried out in our neighborhoods under the guise of ‘lawful’ federal immigration enforcement. In fact, community organizations are telling us that most of those who are being taken by ICE have […]

July 3, 2026 1

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COMMENTARY: America Hangs a Help Wanted Sign: “FOR U.S. CITIZENSHIP – WHITES ONLY!”

DETROIT – Words from Emma Lazarus’ poem The New Colossus, “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore, send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp by the golden door,” seem to have been etched from the bronze plaque of the Statue of Liberty. It should now read, “Don’t give me your tired, your huddled masses, who don’t deserve to breathe free, they lack the […]

July 2, 2026 4

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COMMENTARY: It Is Time to Redraw the Revolution, Again

America turns 250 this week. We should be proud. We should also be honest. Every year, we remember Paul Revere’s ride. As we should. We should also reckon with Paul Revere’s picture. His engraving of the Boston Massacre helped light the fire for revolution. It showed British soldiers firing into a crowd. Men fell dead in the street. Yet the first man killed that night is hidden in plain sight. His name was Crispus Attucks. He was a sailor of […]

July 2, 2026 1

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Leadership Matters: Congressman Troy Carter & Microsoft’s Fred Humphries | Two Exclusive Interviews

In this special episode of Leadership Matters, host Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr. presents two powerful, in-depth interviews with leaders making an impact across public service and the technology sector: Congressman Troy Carter and Fred Humphries, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft.🔹 Segment 1: Congressman Troy CarterDr. Chavis sits down with Congressman Carter to discuss leadership in Congress, advancing economic opportunity, and addressing key issues affecting communities nationwide. Carter shares insights on public service, advocacy, and creating meaningful change through policy […]

July 1, 2026 4

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Supreme Court Upholds Birthright Citizenship – Here’s How Trump Can Still Crush Birth Tourism

In a 6-3 decision released today, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down President Trump’s executive order attempting to limit birthright citizenship. The ruling in Trump v. Barbara reaffirms that nearly all children born on American soil are U.S. citizens under the 14th Amendment, regardless of their parents’ immigration status.This outcome was expected after oral arguments signaled skepticism toward reinterpreting “subject to the jurisdiction” of the United States. While the constitutional principle stands, the decision doesn’t tie the administration’s hands on […]

June 30, 2026 4