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Commentary: The Unholy Grail of Trump 2.0 – The playbook is anything but righteous and makes us wonder if we will weather the storm

By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, We see what we see on a daily basis with the United States President, reelected to the office for a second non-consecutive term. Fits and starts, upheaval, chaotic decision-making, all […]

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett inspires Tougaloo graduates with message of purpose and perseverance – Delivers keynote address and receives honorary degree

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By Edelia J. Carthan, Ed.D., Contributing Writer, The sun rose over the campus green as the sound of African drums echoed across Tougaloo College—announcing not just a graduation, but a celebration of legacy, resilience, and […]

Africans say a Black pope would be nice to have. But they are not too hopeful

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By Rodney Muhumuza, Associated Press, If the next pope is from sub-Saharan Africa, he would be the first in Catholic Church history. Catholic Africans think it is a long shot, though some are cautiously optimistic […]

Dr. Amos C. Brown Calls Out Smithsonian Over Returned Artifacts, Warns of Trump-Era Attacks on Black History

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By Black Press of America, While appearing on the Black Press of America’s daily morning show, ‘Let It Be Known,’ Dr. Amos C. Brown exposed what he described as an attempt to erase Black history […]

A Humble Difference Maker – State Representative Bob Evans The only white Democrat in Mississippi’s House sits down with The Mississippi Link newspaper

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By Christopher Young, Contributing Writer, Having the privilege to meet with State Representative Bob Evans (D-91, Covington, Jefferson Davis, Lawrence, Simpson) in an anteroom at the Capitol, on April 25, 2025, it was made very […]

Democrats Hakeem Jeffries and Cory Booker Lead Daylong Capitol Sit-In at U.S. Capitol

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senator Cory Booker concluded a 12-hour sit-in Sunday evening on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, rallying Americans to oppose deep cuts […]

April Ryan, Black Press Saluted at 2025 White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, This year, the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) dinner looked much different. Without the presence of the President of the United States, an accomplished comedian, or the traditional […]

John Horhn leads Jackson mayoral race ahead of June 3 runoff

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By Edelia “Dr. Jay” Carthan, Contributing Writer, State Senator John Horhn decisively claimed the Democratic nomination in Jackson’s mayoral primary Tuesday, earning 75% of the vote and positioning himself as the frontrunner in the upcoming […]

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett to headline Tougaloo College’s All-Star 2025 Commencement, Rev. Cassius L. Rudolph to deliver Baccalaureate address

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The Mississippi Link Newswire, Tougaloo College is rolling out the red carpet for Commencement 2025, announcing a powerhouse lineup of speakers who are transforming politics, faith, and social justice on the national stage. The Honorable […]

IN MEMORIAM: Pope Francis dies as Catholic Church’s reckoning with racism remains

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By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent, Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a global voice for the poor, immigrants, and the environment, died Monday at age 88. Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced […]