On Tuesday, July 26, 2022, in recognition of the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), my agency sponsored an event that included a screening of Signing Black in America. Before opening the invite completely, I read the subject line that read “Signing in Black.” I thought to myself, what the heck is […]
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One year after Donald Trump lost his bid for reelection, I found myself wondering why the America he left us felt so divided. Why it felt especially divided. Though it’s simple enough to see that he broadened our divisions, his divisiveness wasn’t necessarily groundbreaking in itself. Prior to Trump, the country certainly had no shortage
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Controversy has swept the nation for the last six months. Mass shootings continue to plague America as we witness the horrific deaths of customers at grocery stores, children in schools, and parade participants. Despite an outcry for gun control and reform, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of all citizens’ right to own firearms. In
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The All star break has passed, and that means the first half of the season has been completed. Everyone will take a few days to relax and recharge for the race to the postseason. Trade winds will be at a season-high as the trade deadline rapidly approaches. Naturally, there will be some buyers as well
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Advice to Non-Queer Parents from a Queer Kid There is no guide to raising kids. As many books as we might read or research we might do, truly no parent or parent-to-be knows what they’re doing. Parenting serves as the ultimate form of trial and error, where the pressure is higher, the stakes are greater
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The recent shootings happening all around the country are leaving people scratching their heads, wondering what to do next. Not only are people trying to figure out how to cope with this reality, but also figure out the best solutions. The implementation of gun control laws has been a great debate for some time now.
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I cannot say this enough. I am not a sports enthusiast, but when I learn about the accomplishments of women, specifically Black women, I feel that it’s my duty as a Black woman who has accomplished a few incredible feats myself, to give props where props are due, especially when Black excellence often occurs below
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Coming off the heels of June, while it might seem like July is just the filler month between Pride month and back-to-school season, in the DMV, July still holds much promise. July is known for its warm weather, wacky holidays like National Hot Dog and Ice Cream month, and a host of functions to attend.
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National restaurant chain Alvin’s has come under fire following a string of thematic advertisements and promotions that have been called “frighteningly tone-deaf.” The multi-billion-dollar burger franchise most recently raised eyebrows with a Pride Month ad campaign that CEO Ruben Parham said was designed “to uplift and pronounce support for some of the most targeted and
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A Guide to Shining Bright Even When the Fuel is Low New Year’s goals are all pretty glitz and glam. They come with the best of intentions and all of the hope and aspiration one can muster. They fuel us to take on extra projects, to work extra hours, to rise early for a new
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