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Pastor Jamal Harrison Bryant on Target boycott ‘victory’ and the Black dollar’s power: ‘They’ve awakened a sleeping giant’

The Georgia megachurch leader called for a #TargetFast over its DEI rollback. Now Dollar General is next, he says, as consumers mobilize against Trump’s policies

The Guardian - US

We demanded justice after George Floyd’s death. Donald Trump made things worse, but we fight on

It is not just about honouring past victims. It is about battling those who want to take us backwards, says minister and civil rights activist Al Sharpton

The Guardian - UK

George Floyd’s family pay tribute on fifth anniversary of his death: ‘Symbol of brutality long ignored’

George Floyd was remembered with love, grief, and powerful words on the fifth anniversary of his death.

The Independent UK

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US Justice Department ends post-George Floyd police reform settlements

The Trump administration has also announced it will rescind reports that found patterns of discrimination in policing.

Al Jazeera

‘He gave us a sense of pride’: Rev Al Sharpton on Malcolm X’s 100th birthday

Veteran activist reflects on Malcolm’s legacy and decades of progress now rolled back by Trump and ‘white supremacy on steroids’

The Guardian - US

Civil rights leaders say acquittals in Tyre Nichols' death highlight the need for police reform

After three former Memphis police officers were acquitted in the beating death of Tyre Nichols, community and civil rights leaders are expressing outrage over another disappointment in the long push for police reform

The Independent UK

Inside the Met Gala: Under a petal-filled sky, guests honor Black style, hail a ‘monumental night’

Once inside the Met Gala Monday evening, guests passed under a slew of flower petals suspended from the ceiling

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Many ‘Superfine’ tributes to André Leon Talley at the Met Gala

André Leon Talley’s presence could be felt everywhere at the Met Gala this year

The Independent UK

What to know about the trial of an ex-Michigan cop charged in the killing of a Black motorist

Former Grand Rapids police officer Christopher Schurr is set to stand trial in the death of Patrick Lyoya, a 26-year old man and Congolese immigrant who was shot and killed by the officer three years ago

The Independent UK

Inside the Target CEO meeting with Black leaders amid the company’s DEI rollback and the boycott that followed

“It did not come up to all that we're expecting or needing.”

Fortune

Is Target Bringing Back All DEI Initiatives? CEO Brian Cornell Meets With Rev. Al Sharpton

Target's chief executive officer has met with the Rev. Al Sharpton, whose civil rights organization has encouraged consumers to avoid U.S. retailers that scaled backed their diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

International Business Times UK

Rev Al Sharpton meets with Target CEO over halting of DEI initiative

Activists had called for boycotting the company after it announced a roll back of diversity, equity and inclusion efforts

The Guardian - US

Target CEO to meet with civil rights leader Al Sharpton amid DEI cuts

Target’s chief executive officer is planning to meet this week with the Rev. Al Sharpton

The Independent UK

PepsiCo agrees to meet with Al Sharpton over DEI cuts, potential boycott

Food and beverage giant PepsiCo has agreed to meet this week with civil rights advocates from the National Action Network to discuss the company’s recent decision to roll back some of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

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The Guardian - UK

In these dark times, Americans must harness the power of the civil rights movement again

We have power as individuals and communities to boycott companies that don’t respect us and support those who stand with us, says Al Sharpton

The Independent UK

Lauryn Hill and Stevie Wonder lead tributes to Roberta Flack in memorial full of music and memories

Flowers filled the Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York as a service open to the public was held in honour of the legendary artist

International Business Times UK

What Is The Feb 28 Economic Blackout: Boycott of Amazon, Walmart, McDonalds and More For 24 Hours

A nationwide 24-hour boycott, the 'Feb. 28 Economic Blackout,' aims to pressure major retailers over rising prices and policy changes.

The Independent UK

Why some Americans won’t spend a cent on Friday in 24-hour ‘economic blackout’

A grassroots organization is encouraging the ‘blackout’ as an act of ‘economic resistance’

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Governor Hochul Considers Removing NYC Mayor Amid Turmoil

Governor Hochul contemplates removing Mayor Adams amid controversies and resignations in his administration.

The Guardian - US

The LA fires burned down a thriving Black community. Residents are afraid of being ‘erased’

The Eaton fire destroyed nearly half of the Black households in Altadena, wiping out businesses and wealth

The Guardian - US

Eric Adams meets Trump – is a pardon more pressing than running New York?

Mayor skips city events to attend inauguration and meet Trump, raising questions about nature of pair’s relationship

The Guardian - UK

The Long Wave: Fear, loathing and Black resistance under Trump 2.0

Why community-based grassroots politics may be key to surviving the next four years. Plus, comfort foods in the run-up to Ramadan

Al Jazeera

Supporters throng US capital as Donald Trump sworn in for second term

Trump assumes office at an indoor inauguration ceremony, while supporters gather at the Capital One Arena to celebrate.

The Independent UK

Bernice King is glad Trump’s inauguration falls on her father’s holiday. She sees it as a wake-up call

Civil rights leaders are worried Trump’s administration could roll back the rights of US residents

Al Jazeera

Why are the Central Park Five suing Donald Trump?

The former president tried to justify calling for their execution in 1989 by falsely claiming that they had pled guilty.

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