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September 11th, 2024
The bully got bullied. The old football coach who could not adapt his playbook to compete against a different opponent got exposed. Those are the overarching takeaways from the Tuesday night debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. After the Tuesday night debate, it … Continued
September 10th, 2024
Debate Night in Black America, a live-streaming event by Word in Black (WIB), will provide insightful commentary and analysis specifically for African-American audiences. Hosted by Liz Courquet-Lesaulnier and Joseph Williams, join us as we discuss the issues with thought leaders nationwide. Tune in on September 10, 2024, as we bring you coverage before and after … Continued
September 10th, 2024
Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow holds up a Project 2025 book as she speaks during the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. AP/Alamy Political strategists want their candidates to articulate a high-minded vision for the future and then warn the public about their opponents’ destructive policies. The American people heard this strategy play out following the … Continued
September 8th, 2024
Word In Black is excited to announce Debate Night in Black America: A Virtual Conversation, an event designed to engage the African American community during the Sept. 10, 2024, presidential debate. This groundbreaking livestream show offers a platform for insightful discussion and analysis centered on Black viewers. The virtual conversation — hosted by Word In Black Managing … Continued
September 8th, 2024
Photo: Getty Images Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R), the first Black woman to ever statewide office in Virginia, could again make history with her bid for governor. On Wednesday (Sept. 4), Earle-Sears launched her campaign for Virginia governor as the state’s Department of Elections accepted the necessary document for her run, per NBC News. Earle-Sears … Continued