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Michelle Obama shares untold stories behind ‘The Look,’ including that iconic pants outfit in case something popped off

Michelle Obama had a homecoming of sorts on Wednesday night while promoting her new book, “The Look,” in Washington, D.C., the city where she first moved in 2009, becoming forever etched in U.S. and Black history as America’s first Black First Lady. “I’m home,” Mrs. Obama said to thunderous applause at a live taping of her “IMO” podcast attended by theGrio at the historic Sixth & I in D.C., just a mile away from the White House, where she lived […]

todayNovember 13, 2025 3

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The 7 most shocking political stories of 2024

The year 2024 saw unimaginable headlines that included a dizzying and historic 2024 presidential election and assassination attempts not seen in more than 40 years. Though the year brought forth unusual media coverage and political attention on Black voters, which was ultimately a great turning point for Black America, it also left Black communities more vulnerable than ever as conservative attacks on so-called “DEI” and racial equity have seen major advances in state houses and courtrooms across the country. Given […]

todayDecember 30, 2024 1

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Beware of stories spreading misinformation about Black men being fed up with Joe Biden and the Democrats

Let’s be perfectly clear. I’m not new to this conversation. I’m true to it. As much time as I spend talking with local, state and national elected leaders, stakeholders, grassroots organizers and party officials, I spend even more hosting and participating in events in barbershops and beauty salons, churches and community centers engaging everyday folks across America where I’m listening a whole lot more than talking. I’ve even written a few articles here and there about the importance of the […]

todayApril 26, 2024