Watch live coverage as President Donald Trump hosts a reception at the White House on Wednesday afternoon to honor Black History Month. Trump issued a proclamation recognizing Black History Month on Feb. 3. The celebration comes as the Trump administration has faced criticism over allegations of “sanitizing” history at Smithsonian museums and historical sites managed by the National Park Service. It also comes after the president was slammed for a now-deleted video posted to Truth Social that portrayed form ...

Recently I attended the estate sale of Porgi and Bess's Edimot Barnett. She had the famous contraal voice and her husband Claude Barnett pan-Africanist who had was founder of the associated negro press. I looked to my side and I saw something I should not have seen there.There were family photographs and letters and scrapbooks. As the estate seller yelled out, cash and carry, I told her, "You can't do that. Not with this." I bought the little I could. But that priceless, intact, oneofakind collection from t ...

IN A PROCLAMATIO supposededly celebrating Black History Month and black American heroes, the president said, quote, I proclaim black history is not distinct from American history. Attacking the progressive movement and far-left politicians who have sought to needlessly divide our citizens on the basis of race. This comes after a year of the Trump administration directly targeting diversity initiatives, civil rights protections and black history itself, including complaining that the Smithsonian was too focu ...

“We all need to rise up and protect our Black history — no matter the cost.” Rev. Al Sharpton shares a message this Black History Month as the Trump administration continues its assault on civil rights. ...

It is Willy Lee Gateing. >> Thank you. >> So, uh, Miss Gate, we're going to, um, chat about your journey.>> All right. So, I think to kind of kick things off, let's see. Where were you.Where where's your hometown. >> Your hometown. I was born in Cameron, Texas.February 15th, 1930. And I also went to schooling in Cameron. I only stayed in Cameron, Texas until I was about 10 years old, but I would like to mention that I went to a school.Well, I was not old enough to go to school at first. And so I went uh a l ...

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of reclaiming and sharing untold stories, particularly those related to race, culture, and identity, to foster understanding and healing [26] - It advocates for a proactive approach to addressing historical silences and gaps in knowledge, urging individuals and communities to actively seek out and share these narratives [12][26] Personal Narrative & Context - The speaker shares personal experiences of growing up in a diverse environment and encountering racism, highlighting the impact of silence and the need to confront difficult truths [1][2][3][4][5] - The speaker's family potluck dinners represented inclusion and cultural exchange, contrasting with the later experience of racial hate, illustrating the complexities of identity and belonging [1][2][3][4] - The burning cross incident at the speaker's home underscored the presence of hate even within a loving environment, emphasizing the need to address racism directly [4] Education & Societal Impact - The speech critiques the limited and often biased portrayal of Black history in schools, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive and accurate education [7][8] - The speaker highlights the detrimental effects of silence on children, leading to curiosity without context and perpetuation of stereotypes [8][9] - The speaker's documentary work, including "Sankofa Chicago," aims to address these gaps in historical understanding and promote a deeper appreciation of Black history [14][15] - The speaker notes that Illinois is ahead of most states in mandating Asian-American history and Black history beyond slavery in high schools [16][17] Call to Action - The speech encourages listeners to identify and share untold stories within their own families and communities [26] - It promotes the concept of "Sankofa" – going back to retrieve what was lost – as a guiding principle for reclaiming and sharing these narratives [12][18] - The speaker emphasizes that addressing racism and historical silences is essential for building a stronger, more inclusive society [26]