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Black History Month Film Festival

During Black History Month, Mayor Muriel Bowser\’s Office of African American Affairs and Urban Film Review presented the \”2018 Black History Film Festival.\” There\’s a possibility that if blacks in America are educated about Black Films along with Black Film Directors during the month of February while honoring Black History Month, they would most likely …

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Celebrating Frederick Douglass During Black History Month

Would it be best to reclaim the entire month of February, and celebrate Black History Month in March?  Maybe that is asking too much.  Well, considering we are approaching the twenty-eight-day mark, it is wishful thinking.  However, before the end is near let\’s honor Frederick Douglass. Known as \”The Lion of Anacostia\” Frederick Douglass was …

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Is Black History Month Still Appreciated or Declining in American Value?

From the recent Kente cloth adorned along the shoulders and neck of Congressional Black Caucus Members during the State of the Union address to the discovery that Britons may have been black 10,000 years ago, is #BlackHistoryMonth still appreciated in America or does it no longer hold its value? Just think for a moment.  How would …

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District Students Ready for a New Curriculum with Engagement for the Classroom

The phrase which once served as an educational pillar “A mind is a terrible thing to waste” coined by the United Negro College Fund is now a past time.  But what happens when the teacher could no longer keep the mind of their pupils?  Sparking critical thinking to reach their full potential pass lunch time.  …

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A Dream Deferred, Denied or Caught Between DACA and Dr. King

Recently, many in America commemorated the observation of the federal holiday Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.  Some contributing to service day community projects or attending ceremonies.  Honoring Dr. King had a much different tone and harmony this year considering America has a new Commander-in-Chief, Donald Trump.   Despite the denial of Donald Trump being President, he …

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Main Source Celebrates 25 Years of Hip Hop in the District

It\’s 2018, and the celebration continues on January 4 at Songbyrd with Main Source celebrating their 25th anniversary!  The show will feature an artist showcase with some of DC\’s most popular talent, and celebrate the crew\’s classic and new projects. Fans can look forward to a legendary night of celebrating with Main Source crew member …

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Time for Racial Exit Poll Data to Exit: Eliminating the Racial Divide in America

No mention of a hanging chad, or a candidate being left off of the ballot.  It was simply the Alabama Senate race which has ended in a not so fair win for one candidate.  Rather, a tenacious task with Democratic runner Doug Jones and Republican runner Roy Moore up for the challenge, but the constituents …

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CAVA after Christmas

This is truly the most wonderful time of the year!  After spending much of your cash, and running up credit card bills for Christmas gifts, affording to dine out can look rather dim.  Don\’t be down for too long though.  CAVA wants to bring much joy and delight to your palate this holiday season with \”food that …

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