Blerdgurl and the Ascent to Geekdom: An Origin Story
Karama Horne a/k/a “theblerdgurl,” is one of today’s foremost authorities on geek culture. She’s a journalist, correspondent and entrepreneur, who provides insight on geekdom with READ MORE→
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American Horror Story: Karen and The Terrorism of Weaponized Tears
Like the invention of the atomic bomb that at one point threatened the very future of the world, Karens are among the most significant dangers READ MORE→
Removing Monuments of Slavery and Oppression from Public Spaces
President Trump raised eyebrows with his claim that he made Juneteenth famous. While the president revels in this Civl Rights era moment, the movement to READ MORE→
Impeachment Dominating News Cycle
Impeachment is the headline everywhere, with the only story added to the news cycle being the deadly shooting in Jersey City, New Jersey. President Trump READ MORE→
Comcast Accused of Assault on Civil Rights Act
Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) and Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) have joined with members of the Congressional Black Caucus, the National Urban League, National Action Network, READ MORE→
Cory Booker Fights to Remain in Presidential Race
April Ryan speaks with Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) talks his campaign’s efforts to remain in the Election 2020 race. The next Democratic debate is scheduled READ MORE→
How the Amazon Rain Forest Fires and Environmental Racism in America are Linked
By now you’ve heard that parts of the Amazon rain forest, which stretches across nine countries in South America, has been burning for several weeks. READ MORE→
Joe Biden Polling Well with Black Voters
A recent Monmouth University poll shows Bernie Sanders at number one with 20 points, Elizabeth Warren with 20 points, and Joe Biden with 19 points. READ MORE→
Missy Elliott is a True Vanguard
Missy Elliott brought her colorful, eccentric, and groundbreaking music videos to life when she performed a medley of her hits over the last two decades READ MORE→
April Ryan Interview with Cory Booker
Cory Booker speaks with April Ryan about the recent Democratic debate, criminal justice reform, police accountability, and his Election 2020 platform. Click ▶️ to listen READ MORE→
Cory Booker Receives Support to Study Reparations
Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) has the support of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) on his efforts to study the possibility of reparations. April Ryan READ MORE→
House, Senate Further Discussion of Reparations
There is an effort to hold a discussion on the issue of reparations for the descendants of African slaves in this country. AURN White House READ MORE→
Cory Booker Announces 2020 Presidential Run
New Jersey Senator Cory Booker announced his candidacy for president in 2020 on the first day of Black History Month. More from White House Correspondent READ MORE→
On The Record #55: Senator Corey Booker talks to April about today’s political environment
I talked with Senator Corey booker about the current state of affairs on various issues but most notable was his response to President Trumps comments READ MORE→
Detaining Migrant Children Is A Boon For Businesses
Detaining immigrant children has morphed into a surging industry in the U.S. that now reaps $1 billion annually — a tenfold increase over the past READ MORE→
Judge Blocks Trump Admin Efforts to Detain Families
California federal judge Dolly M. Gee on Monday rejected the Trump administration’s efforts to detain immigrant families for long terms, calling it a “cynical attempt” READ MORE→
GOP Struggles with President’s Remarks on Haiti, African Nations
Republicans struggled to get their stories straight Tuesday as President Donald Trump’s Homeland Security secretary became the latest GOP official to offer an inconclusive version READ MORE→
DOJ Rescinding Obama-Era Marijuana Laws
The Justice Department is rescinding Obama era marijuana rules that could impact growers and this in the marijuana industry. More from White House Correspondent April READ MORE→