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[ May 7, 2025 ] Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett inspires Tougaloo graduates with message of purpose and perseverance – Delivers keynote address and receives honorary degree Local
[ May 7, 2025 ] Africans say a Black pope would be nice to have. But they are not too hopeful International
[ May 7, 2025 ] Dr. Amos C. Brown Calls Out Smithsonian Over Returned Artifacts, Warns of Trump-Era Attacks on Black History National
[ April 30, 2025 ] A Humble Difference Maker – State Representative Bob Evans The only white Democrat in Mississippi’s House sits down with The Mississippi Link newspaper Local
[ April 30, 2025 ] Democrats Hakeem Jeffries and Cory Booker Lead Daylong Capitol Sit-In at U.S. Capitol National

The power of the American presidency – and race: Slavery – Civil War, Jim Crow, Reconstruction, Mass Incarceration and now MAGA

By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, If someone were to ask, maybe a child or a grandchild, which of our past presidents has been the best for our country at improving race-relations, equality and equity – […]

‘Target Fast’ boycott nears end as Black shoppers speak out: ‘I’m done for good’

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, As the 40-day “Target Fast” draws to a close on Easter Sunday, thousands of Black Americans say the protest has sparked a permanent change in their spending habits […]

State Rep. Zakiya Summers presents proclamation at the State Capitol in recognition of Black Maternal Health Week

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Special to The Mississippi Link, Mississippi State Representative Zakiya Summers (D) district, 68, presented a formal proclamation during a press conference held at the State Capitol in order to amplify efforts to improve maternal […]

Jerry Smith & Children of Israel in tribute to Aretha

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Oh, what a night of artistic excellence at Thee I Love’s Rose Embly McCoy auditorium Wednesday, April 2, 2025. How could it be anything but sheer celebration when you combine […]

Mississippi passes DEI ban, raising concerns for Black students’ future

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By Edelia “Dr. Jay” Carthan, Contributing Writer, Mississippi has become the latest state to pass legislation banning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives at public universities, setting off a wave of concern among educators, students […]

‘This has got to be a moment in America,’ Cory Booker tells 1st town hall since record speech

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By Mike Catalini, Associated Press, Democratic Sen. Cory Booker took a version of his record-breaking Senate floor speech on the road Saturday to a town hall meeting in a New Jersey gymnasium, calling on people […]

Jackson voters send mayoral race, multiple council seats to runoffs amid low turnout

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, With voter turnout hovering at notably low levels, several key races in Jackson’s city elections are headed for runoff contests, including the high-profile race for mayor. Incumbent Mayor […]

Cutting the state income tax sounds good

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, The responsibilities of a governor are enormous and affect all the residents of a state, not just some; in Mississippi that now means a population of 2,939,690. Our current governor […]

HOPE executive leadership appointments announced – Cassandra Williams named president of Hope Credit; Union Ed Sivak named president of Hope Enterprise Corporation

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The Mississippi Link Newswire, HOPE (Hope Enterprise Corporation / Hope Credit Union) has announced the appointment of Cassandra Williams as president of Hope Credit Union and Ed Sivak as president of Hope Enterprise Corporation. Williams […]

Honoring Malena Dow – Woman of character, confidence and resilience

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By Janice K. Neal-Vincent, Ph.D., Contributing Writer, When you come in contact with Malena Winfrey Dow, you’re bound to see a woman who has a wealth of knowledge and shares it in a variety of […]