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We Need A Black Woman In Charge
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From Michelle Obama to Oprah Winfrey to Rihanna to Beyoncé, when Black women are in charge, the world is a much better place. We need more Black women in charge.
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What I'm Reading
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An award-winning newsletter that shares some of the most interesting and informative news stories about the Black experience in America. 2024 & 2026 Webby Award honoree.
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Fortify
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Combatting erasure and providing context through journalism, archives, history, books and travel. Preserving global Black history. Journey with me.
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Chronically Online
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Chronically Online is a newsletter filled with raw thoughts, cultural commentary, and personal experiences.
“Kenyatta is one of those writers who, upon discovering her work, makes you think: “Where have I been?!” With Chronically Online, she masterfully balances fun observations, sharp critique, and nuanced compassion, crafting thoughtful, complex arguments from even the most seemingly mundane hot topics. She connects seemingly unrelated dots while still leaving space for readers to draw their own conclusions. Chronically Online consistently makes us better readers and better people.”
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Carefree Black Girl
By Zeba Blay
musings on art and apocalypse by Zeba Blay
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