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History in the Making: Madam Vice President Kamala Harris
No matter your party affiliation or whether you agree with all of her political moves, there’s no denying the magnitude of this moment, for our people and for our country.
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February 2021 · Detroit
February 2021
We shout out just a few of the Black women that helped to usher Vice President Kamala Harris to the White House, and consider what her achievement means to the women of today and tomorrow.
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A Tale in a Timeline
This Black History Month, recall some of the moments, movements and people central to the story of Black Detroit.
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Curating Culture: The Charles H. Wright Museum
During this celebration of the African diaspora, what better way to honor what Black history means to the city of Detroit than to check in with the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History?
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Detroit Native Carla Banks-Waddles Builds Upon Her Relationship with NBCUniversal
The co-executive producer of ‘Good Girls’ inked a deal for a new drama series centering a Black family.
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Artist Sharryl Cross Embraces Abstraction
The fashion designer turned artist draws inspiration from Picasso and cubism.
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Amanda Alexander, Founder and Executive Director, Detroit Justice Center
This lawyer and historian heads a nonprofit law firm that works to create economic opportunities and transform the justice system – while promoting equitable and just cities.
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Why is Early Detection Key in the Fight Against Lung Cancer?
Lung cancer doesn’t only affect smokers, and Black Americans have high rates of late detection and misdiagnoses.
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Zeke Thomas’ Show ‘Amplify Voices’ Centers Queerness and Blackness
The series invites panelists to discuss issues relevant to the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities.
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Black Art Library Presents Over 200 Texts on Black Art
Art educator Asmaa Walton has amassed an impressive collection, now on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit.
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Chef Max Hardy’s Jed’s Pizza Offers Elevated Comfort Food
The Toledo-born franchise spot specializes in pizza, burgers and chicken bowls with a twist.
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Podcast Considers Who Has the Right to Tell Stories of Black Trauma
Kacie Willis' 'White Angle' brings white and Black filmmakers together to have tough conversations.