In a noteworthy development, Marvin Figueroa, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., has been appointed Chief of Staff to U.S. Senator Laphonza Butler, representing California. Previously, Figueroa served as the Director of the Office of Intergovernmental and External Affairs (IEA) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), where he provided […]
Professor Emeritus Dr. Marvin Dunn at Florida International University discusses Governor DeSantis’ ban on AP African American Studies in Florida on #FloridaThisWeek. Watch: wedu.org/floridathisweek Listen: floridathisweek.simplecast.com source Related Posts Pay it Forward: Trina Robertson – Cameron's% A mother’s love, a son’s bravery, and a life and legacy that continues to inspire. This week’s “Pay it […]
New artists whose sound is more traditionally gospel felt usurped by West and robbed of a chance to have their work recognized. Sapp understands where they’re coming from, though he does not share their perspective. “It’s kind of wrong for me to say it like this, but I’ve been nominated for everything,” he shared. “I’ve […]
Jim Skinner, sheriff of Collin County, Texas, has fired seven officers who are connected to the death of 26-year-old Marvin D. Scott III, The New York Times reported. Scott died in the Collin County Jail last month after officers repeatedly pepper-sprayed him and restrained him in a spit hood. He had been arrested by Allen, Texas police on March […]