Stories tagged: "African American"

Safety Rep. Sarah Anthony is being escorted to the state capitol by an armed militia. Photo courtesy of Twitter
Safety This Black Lawmaker Had to be Escorted To Michigan’s Capitol By Armed Guards

After a group of Michiganders fueled by violent tactics threatened lawmakers’ safety, Black citizens stepped in to protect.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain May 12, 2020 10:49 am EDT
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Coronavirus He Went To The ER 3 Times For Help. They Turned Him Away. Now He’s Dead.

Keith Gambrell opens up to The ‘Gander about the loss of his grandfather and father, plus his own battle against the coronavirus.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel April 27, 2020 2:52 pm EDT
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Coronavirus WATCH: Black Men Are Being Treated Like Criminals For Trying To Stay Safe From Coronavirus

Masks and other cloth face coverings have been recommended in federal, state and local governments. But Black men in Detroit say they fear wearing masks.

Ellen Chamberlain Ellen Chamberlain April 22, 2020 5:03 pm EDT

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