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Clarence B. Jones, Who Helped Write MLK’s “I Have a Dream” Speech, Dies at 95

Nationwide — Clarence B. Jones, who worked closely with Martin Luther King Jr. and helped write the “I Have A Dream” speech, has died at 95. He played a key role in the Civil Rights Movement as a lawyer, adviser, and speechwriter. He died Friday at a senior living community in Cupertino, California, according to CNN. His […]

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Black Entrepreneur Launches First Platform That Scores Brands on Their Commitment to the Black Community

New App and Browser Extension Scores 800+ Companies, Surfaces 1,300+ Black-Owned Alternatives at the Point of Purchase Nationwide — Seneca Connor, an African American attorney and entrepreneur from Northern California, has officially launched Reckond, a first-of-its-kind consumer accountability platform that scores major brands on their real commitment to the Black community. It also surfaces verified Black-owned business

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Spelman College Makes History With 7 Valedictorians in the Class of 2026

Nationwide — Spelman College, the world-renowned HBCU for women in Atlanta, celebrated its Class of 2026 graduation with seven students sharing valedictorian honors. They set a new school record while showcasing academic excellence, sisterhood, and the strong bonds formed over years of study. The ceremony carried deep emotion as the recognition settled in. Students reacted together,

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