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Details: Written by BIANCA VÁZQUEZ TONESS, ED WHITE and ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press; Published: 20 June 2023

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Americans across the country this weekend celebrated Juneteenth, marking the relatively new national holiday with cookouts, parades and other gatherings as they commemorated the end of slavery after the Civil War.

Details: Written by WILL WEISSERT and SEUNG MIN KIM Associated Press; Published: 18 June 2023

The first political rally of Joe Biden's reelection campaign is being held at a union gathering in Pittsburgh, punctuating just how much the president is counting on labor support to carry him to a second term. Rallying labor activists can help Biden’s campaign ignite early enthusiasm — and organizing muscle — in Philadelphia and other key parts of battleground Pennsylvania

Details: Written by REGINA GARCIA CANO Associated Press; Published: 16 June 2023

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On day 40, after Elder Rubio took the yagé, the searchers combed the rainforest again, starting from the site where they found the diapers. His vision had reignited hopes

Details: Written by STEVE PEOPLES and GARY FIELDS Associated Press; Published: 15 June 2023

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Race has emerged as a central issue — and a delicate one — in the 2024 presidential contest as the GOP's primary field features five candidates of color, making it the party's most racially diverse ever.

Details: Written by Hilary Seligman, University of California, San Francisco; Published: 15 June 2023

Groceries packed in paper bags

Millions of Americans struggle to afford healthy meals and nutritious food. Known as “food insecurity,” this problem was already rising when SNAP benefits – previously called food stamps – were cut in 35 states this spring.

Details: Written by David B. Parker, Kennesaw State University; Published: 14 June 2023

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The courtesy titles Mr., Mrs. and Miss rarely appear on headstones. But here, they serve an important function, reminding viewers of how Black Americans came up with creative ways to retain their dignity and weather the dehumanizing effects of racism.

Details: Written by By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia; Published: 14 June 2023

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Juneteenth now stands alongside other recognized holidays in Nevada, such as New Year’s Day, Veterans Day, July 4, Labor Day, Nevada Day, and Christmas.

Details: Written by Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire; Published: 14 June 2023

The Biden-Harris administration hosted a Juneteenth concert featuring renowned singers Jennifer Hudson, Audra McDonald, and Ledisi, aiming to highlight American values Biden said he believes are under threat.

Details: Written by By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent @StacyBrownMedia; Published: 13 June 2023

During a recent online presentation, those involved in the project shared that they had already handpicked 100 words for the dictionary, with a target publication date set for March 2025.

Details: Written by MAYSOON KHAN Associated Press/Report for America; Published: 13 June 2023

The New York legislation would create a nine-member commission that would address persistent economic, political and educational disparities experienced by Black people in the state today.