Civil Rights

Virginia Beach News May 15, 2025

A “Miscarriage of Justice” In Memphis Death of Tyre Nichols

The acquittal of three former Memphis officers in the 2023 death of Tyre Nichols has ignited national outrage, with civil rights leaders calling it a miscarriage of justice and urging systemic police reform.
#JusticeForTyre #TyreNichols #PoliceBrutality #MemphisVerdict #CivilRights #VIPERSquad #JusticeDenied #BenCrump #AlSharpton #GeorgeFloydAct
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Virginia Beach News March 29, 2025

Rev. Jamal Bryant’s Target Boycott Mobilizes 150,000

Rev. Dr. Jamal Bryant’s national boycott of Target has gained significant traction, with over 150,000 participants and more than 100 Black vendors withdrawing their products from the retailer. The campaign, launched in response to Target’s rollback of DEI commitments, has contributed to a $2 billion decrease in the company’s value. Bryant calls on the Black community to stay engaged, emphasizing the power of collective economic action.
#JamalBryant #TargetBoycott #BlackEconomicPower #SocialJustice #DEI #CorporateAccountability #BuyBlack
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Virginia Beach News December 24, 2024

Jesse Jackson Jr. Seeks Hunter’s Advocacy For Non-Violent Felons

Jesse Jackson Jr. seeks Hunter Biden’s support for pardons for non-violent felons who have served their sentences, arguing for the need to end the stigma and legal barriers they continue to face. He calls for a full and unconditional pardon to help these “debt-paid” individuals rebuild their lives.
#JesseJacksonJr #HunterBiden #criminaljusticereform #pardonadvocacy #felonization #nonviolentfelons #civilrights #prisonreform #justiceforfelons #criminaljustice
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Virginia Beach News November 9, 2024

Former Ky. Officer Guilty In Breonna Taylor Death

Four years after the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor, a former Louisville police officer has been convicted of civil rights violations. Despite the conviction, questions persist about the delays in holding police accountable for killings involving Black victims.
#BreonnaTaylor #PoliceAccountability #JusticeForBreonna #BlackLivesMatter #CivilRights #PoliceBrutality #LouisvilleNews #JusticeSystem
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Virginia Beach News September 22, 2024

Black History Museum of Virginia Added To Nat’l Civil Rights Sites

Richmond’s Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia has been added to a prestigious national network of civil rights sites, highlighting its significant role in preserving and sharing the history of Black Americans.
#BlackHistoryMuseum #CivilRightsHistory #RichmondVA #CulturalHeritage #VirginiaHistory
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Virginia Beach News July 11, 2024

Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker: A Woman for All Seasons

Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker, an extraordinary leader of the early 20th century, made history as the first Black woman to found and lead a chartered bank in America. Her legacy of education, civil rights, and entrepreneurship continues to inspire.
#MaggieLenaWalker #BlackHistory #CivilRights #BlackEmpowerment #Education
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Virginia Beach News January 6, 2024

OP-ED: Remembering Our Past … Redefining Our Present … Reaffirming Our Future

Brandon Anderson’s remarkable journey from facing depression at age 13 to becoming a successful entrepreneur and Virginia State University graduate is an inspiring tale of resilience and triumph. Overcoming personal hardships, Anderson not only earned a business degree but founded BXclusive Fitness and Nutrition, a wellness company dedicated to supporting those dealing with mental health challenges. His story is a testament to the transformative power of education and community support.
#SuccessStory #MentalHealthJourney #EducationTriumph #Entrepreneurship #WellnessAdvocate #VirginiaStateUniversity #Inspiration #CommunitySupport #Resilience
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