June 19, 2026

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Trump Administration Proposes Sale of Sham Insurance, Turning Back the Clock to When Insurers Could Discriminate against People with Pre-existing Conditions

Washington, D.C. —Today, the Trump administration proposed another policy that threatens the health care and financial security of children, parents, and other adults. The draft rule released by HHS allows insurance companies to sell sham insurance plans that do not cover essential health benefits or preexisting conditions, protections that are required under the Affordable Care…

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America Is Losing the Real Meaning of Black History Month

Black History  Month  has  never been just a celebration of black America’s achievements and stories — it’s  part  of  a deliberate political strategy towards equal citizenship. Theodore Johnson Since its inception, Black History Month has never been just a celebration of black America’s achievements and stories — it’s part of a deliberate political strategy to…

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Breaking Into The Oil And Natural Gas Industry

  By Freddie Allen (Editor-In-Chief, NNPA Newswire) As industry insiders tout the growing opportunities for Blacks and other minorities in the oil and natural gas sector, breaking into the industry can still present challenges. From access to capital and understanding the industry jargon to knowing how and when to pursue business opportunities, the learning curve…

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4A’s Issues Fair Play Charter For Minority-Owned And Minority-Targeted Media

NNPA Newswire (New York City)—The 4A’s recently issued a Fair Play Charter to its members, asking media agencies, and media departments within agencies, to recommit to fair and equitable treatment of minority media owners. The charter, written by the 4A’s Media Leadership Council (MLC), was inspired by discussions with Kizart Media Partners and the multicultural…

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BLINK

Check local listings at AMC Theatres Nationwide — JáPaul Glaudé’ recently created a movie titled Blink based on the subject matter of Domestic Violence. For his work in the realm of what is an everyday nightmare for many women, the director’s work won an award at this year’s Los Angeles Film Festival, adding yet another…

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3 Reasons Saying ‘I’m Sorry’ And ‘Thank You’ Can Change Corporate Culture

Companies that train their employees in what are commonly referred to as “soft skills” are finding those efforts pay off in productivity and retention. People with soft skills are adept in areas such as interpersonal communication, leadership, problem solving and adaptability. But often still missing in the soft-skills department, some corporate analysts say, is the…

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“Us” Too Movement – Black Women Move to End Workplace Discrimination

Riverside, CA (BlackNews.com) — Marine Corps veteran and long-time university adjunct professor, Dr. Shirley Ann Johnson, who stands in support of the worldwide call to action for the #MeToo Movement, seeks to include in the conversation another women’s issue. She has coined it “Us” Too – a movement which will focus on the mistreatment of…

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Biography Comic Books Debut For Black History Month

This month, TidalWave Comics celebrates Black History month by re-releasing some of its most popular nonfiction comic books featuring iconic black Americans in an exciting new print format.  Since 1976, every United States President has recognized February as Black History Month in order to recognize the pivotal role African-Americans have played in our history. Noted…

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San Bernardino Valley College to Hold Black History & Civil Rights Concert

SAN BERNARDINO, California— On Friday, February 23, 2018, San Bernardino Valley College will host a Black History & Civil Rights Concert, a public performance that is free and open to the community. This event, sponsored by the SBVC Performaning Arts Department, will feature choral pieces, instrumental music, theatrical presentations, and dance performances from campus staff,…

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Trump Budget Priorities Are a Déjà Vu Attack on Critical Health Programs, Running Directly Counter to What Families in America Need and Want

FY’19 Budget Outlines Devastating Vision of Cuts to Health and Safety Net Programs Washington, D.C. – (February 12, 2018) Today, President Trump released his proposed FY 2019 budget to Congress. Following is the statement of Lisa Shapiro, Chief of Staff and Director of Children’s Policy at Families USA: “The budget released by President Trump is…

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California launches investigation following stunning admission by Aetna medical director

Story by Wayne Drash, CNN  (CNN) California’s insurance commissioner has launched an investigation into Aetna after learning a former medical director for the insurer admitted under oath he never looked at patients’ records when deciding whether to approve or deny care. California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones expressed outrage after CNN showed him a transcript of the…

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Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law Responds to Withdrawal of U.S. Census Bureau Nominee Dr. Thomas Brunell

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Kristen Clarke, President and Executive Director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, issued the following statement Monday responding to reports that that Dr. Thomas Brunell, President Trump’s pick to lead the U.S. Census Bureau, has withdrawn from consideration:    “Simply put, Dr. Thomas Brunell was woefully unqualified for this…

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Federal Court Finds ICE and Los Angeles Sheriff Collaborated to Unlawfully Detain Thousands of Suspected Immigrants

LOS ANGELES—On Thursday, a federal court in California ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) unlawfully detained thousands of suspected immigrants on the basis of unconstitutional requests from ICE known as immigration detainers. The landmark decision entitles class members to injunctive relief and monetary damages and is…

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CPUC Protects Access to Phone Service for Low-Income Californians

Advocates  Praise  Move  to Protect LifeLine Program from Federal Cuts SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – At the urging of The Greenlining Institute and other advocates, the California Public Utilities Commission yesterday approved a plan spearheaded by Commissioner Martha Guzman-Aceves to protect low-income Californians from drastic federal cutbacks to eligibility for the LifeLine program. LifeLine provides affordable…

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