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Virginia Beach News August 7, 2025

The Digital Download: Why Black and Brown Communities Must Embrace AI

Delegate Cliff Hayes Jr. urges Black and Brown communities to embrace and shape AI technologies to ensure equity, opportunity, and generational wealth in the rapidly evolving digital future.
#AIForEquity #BlackTechFutures #BrownVoicesInTech #DigitalJustice #ArtificialIntelligence #TechInclusion #SilverRights #AIAndCivilRights #CliffHayes #TheDigitalDownload
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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 December 15, 2024

Black Faith Leaders Regroup to Strengthen Disappointed Voters

African-American faith leaders urge resilience, faith, and renewed activism following the 2024 election, emphasizing unity across racial and political lines while confronting systemic issues like racism and sexism.
#BlackFaithLeaders #2024Election #FaithAndPolitics #KamalaHarris #DonaldTrump #Resilience #PoliticalActivism
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Virginia Beach News October 21, 2024

Bookworm Review: “John Lewis: A Life”

David Greenberg’s “John Lewis: A Life” offers an in-depth exploration of the civil rights icon’s life, from his early struggles with racism to his pivotal role in shaping American politics, making it a must-read for students, activists, and history enthusiasts alike.
#JohnLewis #CivilRights #DavidGreenberg #SNCC #BookReview
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Virginia Beach News September 5, 2024

Norfolk March Commemorates Women’s Equality Day

The NAACP recently organized the Ida B. Wells March in Norfolk to commemorate Women’s Equality Day. The event highlighted the legacy of Ida B. Wells and emphasized the ongoing fight for voting rights, drawing participation from leaders like Congressman Bobby Scott and Norfolk Mayor Kenny Alexander.
#IdaBWells #WomensEqualityDay #NAACP #VotingRights #NorfolkVA #BlackHistory
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Virginia Beach News March 1, 2024

Women’s History Month: OP-ED: What’s The Future of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion?

Explore the evolution of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, as Omar Luqmaan-Harris introduces the J.E.D.I. Leadership framework, reshaping DEI efforts from performative gestures to genuine systemic change. #DEI #JEDILeadership #Justice #Equity #Inclusion
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Virginia Beach News September 6, 2023

U.S. Gun Violence: Black Youths Suffer Most

Explore the devastating impact of gun violence on Black youths, both physically and mentally. The firearm industry profits while communities suffer. #GunViolence #BlackYouths
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Virginia Beach News July 13, 2023

Social Ties & Networks Found To Greatly Affect Mental Health

Close social connections have a significant impact on African Americans’ mental health, influencing their lifespan and resilience in the face of racial discrimination and traumatic events.
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Virginia Beach News June 5, 2023

New Children’s Book, ‘I Love My Daddy,’ Further Dispels Myths About Black Fathers

In this article, Stacy M. Brown discusses the new children’s book titled “I Love My Daddy” by Juanita Banks Whittington, which challenges the myth of absent Black fathers. The book celebrates the loving bond between a father and his daughter, featuring engaging illustrations and depicting positive family dynamics. Whittington, a social worker and military veteran, aims to provide a relatable and uplifting portrayal of Black fathers in children’s literature.
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