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Before his slavery remark, in 2017 Trump praised the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Here’s what he said

President Donald Trump‘s latest remark about slavery has put renewed scrutiny on the Smithsonian museums, which are currently under internal review by the White House to “remove divisive or partisan narratives” and “restore confidence in our shared cultural institutions.” In a Tuesday Truth Social post, the president appeared to suggest that the topic of slavery was a breach of what his administration considers too “woke.” “The Museums throughout Washington, but all over the Country are, essentially, the last remaining segment […]

todayAugust 20, 2025

Music

Why Black Music Month is an important piece of American History

Celebration pulses through the air in June as you explore into the depths of the rich tapestry of Black Music Month. This annual observance not only honors the trailblazing contributions of African American musicians but also serves as a vital reminder of how Black music has shaped and influenced the very soul of American culture. From jazz and blues to hip hop and R&B, this month is a time to reflect on the resilience, creativity, and power of Black artists […]

todayJune 19, 2024

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VP Harris celebrates HBCU culture, buys Black during Atlanta trip

With less than a year until Election Day 2024, Vice President Kamala Harris traveled to Georgia, a key swing state for the Biden-Harris campaign’s coalition of voters, to celebrate HBCU and Black culture and even supported a popular Atlanta Black-owned business while there.  TheGrio traveled with America’s first Black and first woman vice president during her day trip to Atlanta to watch her alma mater, Howard University, compete against Florida A&M University for the annual Cricket Celebration Bowl football contest. […]

todayDecember 19, 2023