When Jasmine Sessoms observed the political landscape, she was disheartened to see that practically no Black women worked in public policy. After successfully training Black women to run for political …
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Lifestyle
Anthony Mackie’s interview on “The Pivot” sparks debate on manhood, parenting, success and more
by The Grioby The GrioRaising Black boys in America in 2025 sounds as complex as it’s ever been, especially if you take Anthony Mackie’s word on the matter. The 46-year-old father of four boys…
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Politics
Democratic representatives react to the House censuring Rep. Al Green
by The Grioby The GrioDemocratic Rep. Al Green is standing on business, and other democrats in the House of Representatives are standing along with him. Earlier this week, Green made a bold move by…
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Lifestyle
Kevin Hart surprises Regina Hall with flowers in a hilarious, heartfelt reunion
by The Grioby The GrioIn the words of Peaches & Herb, “Reunited and it feels so good!” This week, while guest-hosting “Jenna & Friends,” actress Regina Hall was caught off guard when Kevin Hart…
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Opinion
DEI with a hard ‘ER’: The anti-DEI movement in tech is having a chokehold on Black economic progress
by The Grioby The GrioEditor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Even though Black people aren’t the primary beneficiaries of so-called DEI…
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Opinion
They want to erase us — But our history, our stories, our resilience can’t be erased
by The Grioby The GrioEditor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Mrs. Ida Smith Grayson was a prominent Black activist in York,…
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Politics
Trump celebrates Tiger Woods and others at Black History Month event, but doesn’t mention DEI
by The Grioby The GrioPresident Donald Trump welcomed hundreds at the White House on Thursday for a Black History Month reception, where he was joined by longtime friend Tiger Woods and a cadre of…
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Politics
The anti-Musk protest movement is expected to ramp up with Congress on recess
by The Grioby The GrioDonald Trump is the president, but billionaire Elon Musk is the focus for thousands of Democratic activists launching a protest campaign this week to fight the Trump administration’s push to gut…
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Lifestyle
Two Black NY heart failure survivors marry after meeting on Valentine’s Day as patients in ICU
by The Grioby The GrioWhen Christine Paul’s physician asked her to check in on Kendell Paul, a fellow patient at the North Shore University Hospital’s ICU, three years ago on Valentine’s Day, it wasn’t…