The White House said Friday that President Joe Biden would speak in the coming weeks about moving to “fundamentally alter” the filibuster or even eliminate the legislative roadblock that empowers the Senate minority as he aims to pass sweeping voting laws and secure the nation’s credit. Press secretary Jen Psaki said Americans should “stay tuned” […]
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As NFL trade deadline looms, Dolphins say Tua is ‘our QB’
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — The story line has not changed over the last couple of months, nor did Miami coach Brian Flores’ answer on Friday from when he was first asked about the future of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa months ago. “Tua’s our quarterback,” Flores said. That’s not in dispute — for now, at least. […]
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Zelizer: Biden’s problem is bigger than two unruly senators
Democratic Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin are dominating Capitol Hill. Given the 50-50 split in the Senate, Democrats can’t afford to lose a single vote on the budget reconciliation bill — and Sinema and Manchin are using that leverage to force huge concessions from the Biden administration. Both Sinema and Manchin are insisting on […]
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Gamma Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. to Donate $100,000 to FVSU Foundation in Honor of Chapter’s 75th Anniversary
Fort Valley, GA — During this year’s Homecoming at Fort Valley State University (FVSU), scheduled for Saturday, October 23, 2021, the Men of the Gamma Zeta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., College and Alumni Brothers, will be celebrating their 75th Anniversary as a Chapter on campus. The Gamma Zeta Chapter was chartered on […]
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EXPLAINER: How jury selection works in Arbery slaying trial
BRUNSWICK, Ga. (AP) — Teachers, auto mechanics and retirees summoned to jury duty in the slaying of Ahmaud Arbery are being questioned about their thoughts on racism, their social media habits and whether they own guns, while hundreds more await their turn. Finding an impartial jury won’t be quick or easy in this coastal community […]
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Braves blast 4 HRs, beat Dodgers 9-2 for 3-1 lead in NLCS
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Behind the red-hot bat of Eddie Rosario, the Atlanta Braves are one win away from their first World Series appearance since 1999. All they need to do is put away the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Easier said than done. After all, the Braves were in exactly the same position last […]
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APS and Braves host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for School Named After Hank Aaron
Henry Louis “Hank” Aaron New Beginnings Academy, formerly named Forrest Hill Academy, and the Atlanta Braves hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring the renaming of the school on Wednesday, October 20. The renaming of the school, the district’s alternative high school, pays homage and tribute to legendary Atlanta Brave Henry “Hank” Aaron, the National Baseball Hall […]
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United HealthCare Battles African American Health Disparities
While African Americans only make up 13.4 percent of America’s population, the cause of death due to health disparities and inequities is considered to be much higher than their white counterparts. United Healthcare Insurance Group is working to change that by educating Senior Citizens that identify with the African American Community on ways they as […]
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Partisan Claims About Flight Cancellations Lack Evidence
SciCheck Digest Southwest Airlines’ flight cancellations fueled partisan claims over the weekend that transportation workers were protesting COVID-19 vaccine requirements and causing the cancellations. But there’s no evidence that workers staged protests. The Federal Aviation Administration, the airline and labor unions have all cited other reasons. Could a COVID-19 vaccine become mandatory? Full Story Southwest […]
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For Scores of Years, Newspapers Printed Hate, Leading to Racist Terror Lynchings and Massacres of Black Americans
“FRIED OVER SLOW FIRE: Negro Commits the Unspeakable Crime and Is Put to Death With Horrible Torture; MOB GLOATS OVER FIENDISH BARBARITY” – Herald Democrat, Sherman, Texas, May 23, 1902 “LYNCHING CAUSED BY BRUTAL MURDER” – The Times and Democrat, Orangeburg, S.C., July 14, 1914 “NEGRO UNDER SENTENCE TO HANG LYNCHED AT TALLAHASSEE” – The […]
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More people are getting boosters than new Covid-19 vaccinations. And others could soon become eligible for an additional shot
The number of people in the US looking to boost their Covid-19 vaccinations has surpassed the tally of those looking to begin them as booster doses from more drug makers may soon be available. There are 1.3 times as many boosters administered each day compared with first shots, data from the Centers for Disease Control […]
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Marjorie Taylor Greene confronts Liz Cheney and Jamie Raskin as tensions rise during contempt vote
Drama on the House floor developed when Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene confronted Reps. Jamie Raskin and Liz Cheney as the House was voting on the criminal contempt resolution against Steve Bannon. The conversation with Greene devolved to “Jewish space lasers” and the Georgia Republican accusing Raskin, a Maryland Democrat, of not investigating the violence of […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Sharon Gay speaks with The Atlanta Voice
Sharon Gay is an attorney, community leader and manager that has called Atlanta home for the last 42 years. In her interview with our Chief Brand Officer, Dawn Montgomery, Gay says she will deliver effective, honest, and neighborhood-focused leadership to City Hall that all Atlantans deserve. Gay also discusses ways to develop the vacant land […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Antonio Brown speaks to The Atlanta Voice
Antonio Brown entered the Atlanta Mayor’s race on May 15, 2021. The one-term city councilman represents District Three, which contains English Avenue, Vine City, Atlantic Station, and West Midtown. Brown is known for his activism in social justice, speaking out for the marginalized and poor communities, advocating for the rights, safety, and inclusion of the […]
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EXCLUSIVE: Felicia Moore speaks to The Atlanta Voice
Atlanta City Council President Felicia Moore filed paperwork on Jan. 20th with the State of Georgia with a run for mayor in mind. Nearly nine months later, Moore is one of the front runners in this year’s mayoral race. Moore has been a member of the Atlanta City Council for twenty years, serving as the […]