NAACP Leader and Maryland Legislator Who Opposes Gay Marriage Both Say Blacks...
Over the Memorial Day weekend I watched PBS’ “For Love of Liberty: The Story of America’s Black Patriots,” which tells the history of African Americans in the military who fought to win and protect...
View ArticleBlack Leaders Put Obama on Notice by Crafting a Black Agenda
At a historic gathering of major black advocacy and civil rights groups this week, the leaders hammered out a “black agenda” for President Obama’s second term that includes parity for black in...
View ArticleAfter 5 Years, Ben Jealous Steps Down as Head of NAACP
After five years at the helm of the nation’s best-known civil rights organization, Benjamin Jealous announced his resignation, effective Dec. 31, to spend more time with his family. Jealous will be...
View ArticleFormer NAACP Head Changes Coasts and Careers, Keeps the Same Mission
Ben Jealous just stepped down from the position of NAACP president a few months ago and he’s already embarking on a new career path that will relocate him to the West Coast while expanding his mission...
View ArticleMaryland Democratic Primary Has 2 Black Candidates Leading
FILE – In this May 21, 2018 file photo, Maryland Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ben Jealous, right, adjusts his tie as he prepares for a Maryland Democratic primary gubernatorial debate, in...
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