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Clay Cane

Clay Cane is an award-winning journalist, writer, radio host, and political commentator. A graduate of Rutgers University with a degree in African-American Studies, his work on race, culture, and politics have appeared in national publications, including the Washington Post, CNN, and The Grio. Clay is a regular political commentator on MSNBC.

November 18, 2024

Malcolm X’s Daughters File $100 Million Lawsuit Against CIA, FBI, and NYPD Over 1965 Assassination

The daughters of civil rights leader Malcolm X have filed a $100 million lawsuit against the CIA, FBI, New York Police Department,…

November 15, 2024

Dr. Margaree Seawright Crosby, Civil Rights Pioneer and Educator, Dies at 82

Dr. Margaree Seawright Crosby, a trailblazer and civil rights activist, passed away in Greenville, South Carolina, at age 82. She was the…

November 15, 2024

Ella Jenkins, Beloved Children’s Music Pioneer, Dies at 100

Ella Jenkins, the celebrated musician who brought children’s songs like “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad” to life, passed away at 100…

November 13, 2024

This Day in History: Supreme Court Strikes Down Bus Segregation Laws in Alabama in 1956

On Nov. 13, 1956, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Alabama’s laws permitting segregation on public buses. The landmark decision marked a…

November 12, 2024

Trump Reportedly Set To Nominate Marco Rubio as Secretary of State

President-elect Donald J. Trump is reportedly set to nominate Senator Marco Rubio of Florida as Secretary of State, according to sources familiar…

November 11, 2024

This Day in History: Xavier University of Louisiana Opens as Nation’s First Black Catholic Institution in 1915

On Nov. 11, 1915, Xavier University of Louisiana opened its doors in New Orleans, beginning its mission to educate Native American and…

November 8, 2024

This Day in History: Edward Brooke Elected as First Black U.S. Senator by Popular Vote in 1966

Edward William Brooke III, a Howard University graduate, made history as the first African American elected to the U.S. Senate by popular…

November 7, 2024

This Day in History: Lawrence Douglas Wilder Elected as America’s First Black Governor in 1989

Lawrence Douglas Wilder made history as America’s first Black governor when he was elected in Virginia on Nov. 7, 1989.

November 7, 2024

Trump Secures Majority of White Women Voters Again As Harris Loses Popular Vote

Despite his controversial track record—overturning abortion rights, facing court rulings affirming sexual assault against E. Jean Carroll, and enduring opposition from women’s…

November 5, 2024

Americans Head to Polls in Historic Election Between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump

Today is Election Day in America. Americans are set to decide between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump for…

November 4, 2024

Harris Leads Trump by 3 Points in Iowa Ahead of Election Day, New Poll Shows

The latest Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll shows Vice President Kamala Harris leading former President Donald Trump 47% to 44% among likely…

November 1, 2024

Nicky Jam Withdraws Trump Endorsement Over Offensive Puerto Rico Comment at Rally

Latin superstar Nicky Jam, who is of Puerto Rican and Dominican descent, announced he’s withdrawing his endorsement of former President Donald Trump,…