As he left office, President Donald Trump’s job approval marks were on a downward spiral, led by sinking support among his Republican base, following the riot at the Capitol and […]
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On Day One Biden’s Signs Racial Equity Orders
Among Pres. Joe Biden’s first actions was signing an order to advance racial equity and support for underserved communities. The 46th president had pledged to do his part in the […]
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On Day One, Biden Acts to Rescind Many Trump Policies
President Joe Biden is moving swiftly to dismantle Donald Trump’s legacy. On his first day in office, he signed a series of executive actions that reverse course on immigration, climate […]
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Saying ‘No’ to Building New Jail Started a Fresh Look at Justice
More than just the center of Kansas Jayhawk Country, Douglas County – county seat Lawrence – is among the state’s most liberal counties. In a sea of red Kansas counties, […]
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Raising the Minimum Wage is Getting Attention
The first of the year, twenty state raised their minimum wage rates – some by pennies, others by a dollar or more – as part of previously scheduled efforts to […]
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Mattel Unveils a Maya Angelou Barbie Doll
As part of Barbie’s “Inspiring Women” doll series, Mattel has just released a doll in honor of world-renowned poet, writer, and activist Maya Angelou. Since the series began in 2018, […]
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Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia
The life of Mahalia Jackson, one of the greatest gospel singers of all time, is coming to the small screen in “Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia.” Produced by Roberts and directed […]
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Showtime Orders ‘First Ladies’ Series With Viola Davis as Michelle Obama
Showtime has issued a first-season order for hour-long drama “First Ladies,” which is set to star Viola Davis as former First Lady Michelle Obama. The news comes around five months […]
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Acknowledging the Star of the Inaugural
It really was a great day. It began with news feeds of Donald and Melania once and for all leaving the People’s House Followed by the inaugural and the historic […]
