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Paul Ewell, a professor and dean at Virginia Wesleyan University has resigned after he wrote a post on Facebook in which he called supporters of President-elect Joe Biden “ignorant, anti-American and anti-Christian.”
Paul Ewell, former Virginia Wesleyan University dean and professor, called Joe Biden supporters "ignorant, anti-American and anti-Christian."
Louisiana Congressman Cedric Richmond is joining Joe Biden‘s administration in a “senior role that would include public engagement,” according to reports.
Richmond will take over The Office of Public Engagement, which was run by Valerie Jarrett during President Obama's administration.
*chuckles*
But Affirmative Action is a problem 🙄
Jie "Jack" Zhao of the telecom firm iTalk Global Communications reportedly channeled money to former Harvard fencing coach Peter Brand.
Surprise, surprise. The lies and ACTUAL fraudulent actions keep coming from one side...and it ain't the left.
The other man seen in USPS staffer Richard Hopkins' video has been IDed as right-wing activist James O’Keefe of Project Veritas.
Symone Sanders, who was a senior adviser to the Biden-Harris campaign, is seen as a potential candidate for the role of White House press secretary.
Sanders is "one of those people who, whether you’re in just conversation or sparring, you really gotta keep up," said a former Bush aide.
"The result is the correct result in dismissing Deandre's case. We have been saying he was a victim of an extortion from day one." – Baker's lawyer
The attorney for former New York Giant cornerback DeAndre Baker says his client has been a victim in his controversial armed robbery case.
As they should. Folks are truly vile.
Facebook is taking action against the racist and misogynistic posts, memes and comments about Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.
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Foxx announced the fund dedicated to his sister during the Global Down Syndrome Foundation's 2020 virtual Beautiful Be Yourself fashion show.
Charges brought against protestors seeking justice for Breonna Taylor in Kentucky have been dropped.
All charges dropped in Kentucky State Rep. Attica Scott's rioting case. Scott represents Kentucky’s District 41.
#GrioFam – check out the trailer for #LoversRock
Check out the trailer for 'Lovers Rock' the second film from Steve McQueen's Small Axe anthology series at Amazon.
Lizzo was speaking some real truth.
Lizzo posted a video to TikTok and shared how fame can place a magnifying glass on problems you already have.
For 'Rediscovering Dad and Discovering Myself: A Journey Through the Impact of Alzheimer’s' author Brandon Burke, the statistics are more than just numbers.
Brandon Burke has written a book about his father suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and his role as a caregiver.
He deserves!
Tyler Perry delivered an inspiring acceptance speech after being honored with the People's Champion Award on Sunday night.
“I think frankly we spend too much time trying to delve into the bizarre world of Trump.”
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo called out President Donald Trump's threat to withhold coronavirus vaccines in their home state.
PLEASE wear a mask, wash your hands and practice social distancing, #GrioFam!
A surge of coronavirus cases rampaged the United States resulting in record-breaking numbers across the country.
The long-standing mag is the latest publication to undergo layoffs in 2020. 😞
Nearly 60 staffers are to be laid off at Oprah Magazine and it is the latest publication to undergo layoffs in 2020.
The former POTUS spoke about the election stand-off and on the lasting impact that George Floyd’s death had on race relations in America.
Barack Obama talked to '60 Minutes' journalist Scott Pelley about his new memoir 'A Promised Land' and Trump and George Floyd.
What true class and leadership looks like!
Michelle Obama said it was not easy for her or her husband during their transition of power with then-President-elect Donald Trump.
Sunday made 2 years since the late model passed from lobar pneumonia at 47 🙏🏾
Sean 'Diddy' Combs pays tribute to the late model and mother of his children, Kim Porter, on the 2nd anniversary of her death.
OPINION: We are only guaranteed four years of the Biden-Harris administration. It seems unwise to waste time humiliating our losing opponents.
We are only guaranteed four years of the Biden-Harris administration. It seems unwise to waste time humiliating our losing opponents.
Makes you wonder what dirt Trump may have on these folks for them to be going THIS hard 👀
Georgia’s secretary of state Brad Raffensperger accused Sen. Lindsey Graham of pressuring him to toss out legally cast ballots.
Close to 90,000 sexual abuse claims have been filed against the Boy Scouts of America.
That number is INSANELY alarming to say the absolute least.
Close to 90,000 sexual abuse claims have been filed against the Boy Scouts of America as the bankruptcy deadline approacched.
That "evidence" is really helping, huh? 😂
Lawsuits challenging Biden's win in four states have been dropped including a case in Arizona that sought a hand by hand review of ballots.
Described as 'part investigative documentary, part real-life gangster movie,' the new doc isn't glorifying the polarizing rapper but goes into his rise and fall.
Hulu just dropped '69: The Saga of Danny Hernandez' chronicling Tekashi 6ix9ine's transformation from aspiring rapper to a bona fide gangster
EXCLUSIVE: ‘Crawford: The Man The South Forgot’ shines a light on the long-forgotten history of a tragic lynching in a small South Carolina town.
Crawford: The Man The South Forgot is a documentary that follows a woman looking into the lynching of her great-great-grandfather.
Won't He do it! 🙏🏾 Sending love and healing to the Davis family!
New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis has been open about his daughter's cancer diagnoses and now he has revealed she is in remission.
Rev. Warnock redirected attention in the Georgia Senate race back to the needs of the people during a new interview.
For him, winning the runoff race is to impact the lives of the voters and not to play politics.
Reverend Warnock redirected attention in the Georgia Senate race back to the needs of the people during a new interview.
His family needs and deserves answers NOW.
The family of Quawan "Bobby" Charles were joined by activists and community leaders as they marched the streets of Louisiana.
#GrioFam – can you see 45 coming around at all or nah?
Biden warned of dire consequences if President Trump continues to refuse to coordinate with his transition team on the coronavirus pandemic.
*Cue Trump's meltdown in 5, 4, 3...
A delayed start to transitioning between administrations has resulted in frustration from leaders working to fight the coronavirus pandemic.
This week on "On the Frontlines," we salute educators both in and out of the classroom.
Activist Brittany Packnett Cunningham started out in the classroom, and has since become what she calls an "educator in the public." From the executive board at Teach For America, to Obama's Policing Task Force, to the frontline's of the Ferguson protests, Brittany has always found a way to spread knowledge and fight for her community.
Hm. Wonder why 🤔
Raise your hand ✋🏾 if you think you know the reason.
Hate crimes in the U.S. rose to the highest level in more than 10 years as officials recorded the highest number of hate-motivated killings.
Kamala Harris as VP-Elect is certainly historical. But for women who are alumnae of, or currently attending, Harris's alma mater Howard University -- her win is monumental.
Writer Autumn A. Arnett spoke to some of these proud women.
Kamala Harris’s historic election is a momentous moment for women everywhere, but it is particularly special for those from Howard.
“Forty-six percent of the transition staff are people of color, and 41% of the senior staff are people of color. The majority of transition staff — 52% — are women, and 53% of the senior staff are women.”
President-elect Joe Biden’s transition team is compromised of people of color with women actually holding a majority.
Over 17 years after singing the 'America’s Next Top Model' theme, Moniece Slaughter is still collecting checks.
"America’s Next Top Model" debuted in the U.S. in 2003. Over 17 years later, Slaughter is still getting paid for the theme-song performance.
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This week on "On the Frontlines," we salute educators both in and out of the classroom. Activist Brittany Packnett Cunningham started out in the classroom, and has since become what she calls an "educator in the public." From the executive board at Teach For America, to Obama's Policing Task Force, to the frontline's of the Ferguson protests, Brittany has always found a way to spread knowledge and fight for her community.
On this episode of "One America," Byron Allen is joined by Stacey Abrams, Dr. Marc Lamont HIll, Dr. Christina M. Greer, April Ryan, and theGrio's Natasha S. Alford to discuss what a Biden-Harris administration looks like and the balance of power that depends on the outcome of the Senate runoff elections in Georgia!
On this week's episode of On The Frontlines, Colette Comer, Nehcole Felix, and Sami Disu share what it's been like for them raising Black daughters in America in 2020.
Black communities are no stranger to fighting on the frontlines of social and political change, but 2020 has redefined what those frontlines look like as everyday parents, teachers, healthcare workers, and artists find themselves in the midst of a global pandemic. Our newest Facebook Watch series, "On the Frontlines" explores the stories of these members of our community. This week, we salute those who are parenting while Black in the midst of this pandemic. Tanya Fields, a mother of six, community organizer, and founder of the Bronx-based Black Feminist Project, had to deal with the coronavirus head-on when her entire family contracted COVID-19. Despite this, Tanya's fight for justice for her beloved community continued.
President-elect Joe Biden and VP-elect Kamala Harris are headed to the White House! Here's what they've promised to do once there. (via Natasha S. Alford)
"The fact that there were states that #DonaldTrump won tells you everything you need to know about America." Marc Lamont Hill offers his thoughts on the current state of the election as we all wait for the final results.
Hey Grio Fam, we're LIVE with The Grio Staff to discuss all things election. Make sure to SHARE this stream and use the hashtag #Grio2020 to join the conversation.
🗣Hey #GrioFam! Be sure to join us tonight for our #2020Election watch party! You can catch us on #FacebookLive starting at 8PM EST to hear panel discussions from several of theGrio’s employees that have been covering this election cycle the last four years, including a special message from theGrio owner, Byron Allen On #IGLive, our Blue Telusma and Nayo Campbell will be joined by Hollywood Unlocked’s DJ Damage, gospel artist Anthony Brown, and political pundit Dr. Christina Greer starting at 10:30PM EST. We hope to see you there!
VOTE FOR YOUR LIFE - FINAL PUSH BEFORE ELECTION DAY 2020 On this episode of #VoteForYourLife, Byron Allen is joined by Dr. Jody Armour, Dr. Jason Johnson, Dr. Christina M. Greer, David A. Love, April Ryan, and theGrio's VP of Digital Content Natasha S. Alford to discuss the final days before the election, what we have learned under the 4 years of Donald Trump, and what voters should be doing to hold elected officials accountable beyond November 3rd.
"It's bad enough that he's selling out. But from what I can see, he's selling out for free." Marc Lamont Hill offers his thoughts on Lil Wayne's meet-up with Donald Trump, and Black men in this #election2020 cycle.
"...Unfortunately, most police officers are not trained, or at least encouraged, to de-escalate situations." Marc Lamont Hill discusses the fatal police shooting of Walter Wallace, Jr. and makes his case for abolition.
theGrio chatted with Democratic Senatorial hopeful, Jaime Harrison, about his historical campaign against South Carolina incumbent Lindsey Graham, and what his successful election could mean for South Carolina.
Vote For Your Life- A Conversation with Taraji P. Henson, Marc Lamont Hill, and April Ryan & Byron Allen. Moderated by Natasha S. Alford
Vote For Your Life- A Conversation with Taraji P. Henson, Marc Lamont Hill, and April Ryan & Byron Allen. Moderated by Natasha S. Alford
Vote For Your Life- A Conversation with Taraji P. Henson, Marc Lamont Hill, and April Ryan & Byron Allen. Moderated by Natasha S. Alford
The Fight For Economic Justice. A Virtual fundraiser for Los Angeles Urban League
Be sure to join us on Friday, 10/23 @ 7PM CT when we're joined by The Truth, Hope and Justice Initiative for their #Facbook and #Instagram live event -- Truth, Hope, and Justice Initiative: A Tribute to our Mothers. #RiseUpAndStand with the mothers of those lost to police brutality. 🖤✊🏾
theGrio chatted with 'The View' cohost, Sunny Hostin about the discrimination she experienced at the ABC network. "It's the first time that I authentically stuck up for myself." Be sure to catch the full interview on our YouTube page.
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED Today on #VoteForYourLife, Byron Allen is joined by Vice Presidential candidate and California Senator #KamalaHarris and theGrio's VP of Digital Content Natasha S. Alford to discuss what’s at stake in the #2020Election.
Today on #VoteForYourLife, Byron Allen is joined by Vice Presidential candidate and California Senator #KamalaHarris and theGrio's VP of Digital Content Natasha S. Alford to discuss what’s at stake in the #2020Election
Byron Allen, CEO, Chairman and Founder of Entertainment Studios, is joined by April Ryan, Tiffany Haddish, Ice Cub, Don Peebles, and theGrio's VP of Digital Content Natasha S. Alford to discuss the power of the Black vote, state and local elections, black voters, and how we ensure our voices are heard beyond November 3rd. #2020Election #VoteBlue #VoteForYourLife (Previously recorded on October 11, 2020) Byron Allen, CEO, Entertainment Studios April Ryan, Correspondent & Author Tiffany Haddish, Comedian & Actress Ice Cube, Actor & Recording Artist Don Peebles, CEO, Author & Activist
theGrio and Entertainment Studios owner, Byron Allen, is back with another #VoteForYourLife panel discussion! Today, he'll be joined by April Ryan, Common, Charlamagne Tha God, Bishop T.D. Jakes, and theGrio's VP of Digital Content @natashasalfordnews to discuss the power of the Black vote, voter suppression, and how do we ensure our voices are heard. #2020Election #VoteBlue
theGrio and Entertainment Studios owner, @realbyronallen, is back with another #VoteForYourLife panel discussion! Today, he'll be joined by April Ryan, Common, Charlamagne Tha God, Bishop T.D. Jakes, and theGrio's VP of Digital Content @natashasalfordnews to discuss the power of the Black vote, voter suppression, and how do we ensure our voices are heard. #2020Election #VoteBlue
"Our work doesn't stop because Donald Trump is sick." The world is in a flurry about Trump's positive coronavirus results. Check out Marc Lamont Hill's reaction to the news and the call to stay focused. Points were made.
In a special conversation with Byron Allen, Jamie Foxx shares his thoughts on the current state of America and why it's important to vote. "We've been living through a pandemic of racism since we've been here."
Marc Lamont Hill on the first debate between President Donald Trump and presidential candidate, Joe Biden.
“At a moment when we’re talking about #BlackLivesMatter, mental health has to be right at the center of the conversation.” — @marclamonthill unpacks the importance of supporting #DelonteWest and others who are dealing with mental health issues. There is still so much work to be done in our community when it comes to the topic of #mentalhealth.
Missed our #FacebookLive panel discussion yesterday, #GrioFam? Hosted by theGrio's owner, Byron Allen, and joined by April D Ryan, Jamie Foxx, John Legend, Stevie Wonder, and our own Natasha S. Alford -- the group tackled the importance of voting in November's upcoming Presidential election.
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