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Chasing Greatness One Beat at a Time

By: Tariq Richardson Photo provided by team Aaron Smith For Aaron Smith, music was never just a hobby; it was a calling that started long before he ever stepped onto a stage. Growing up, Smith found himself drawn not just to sound, but to the machinery behind it. Catalogs filled with instruments, gear, and technology fascinated him. Just steps away from his home sat a small mom-and-pop music shop, a place that would quietly shape his future. “I used to go there every day,” Sm

Culture

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‘Unbossed & Unbowed’ Brings Shirley Chisholm’s Legacy to Life at Hostos Center

By: Royal Mickens New York City — A one-woman performance honoring the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm drew audiences to the Hostos Center for the Arts & Culture, where Shirley Chisholm: Unbossed & Unbowed offered more than a theatrical retelling of a political icon’s life and it delivered a reflection on how leadership is forged. Portrayed by Ingrid Griffith, the production traced Chisholm’s journey from her early years in Brooklyn and Barbados to her groundbreaking ris

Reviews

4 days ago2 min read

Congressional Black Caucus Honors 50 Years of Leadership

By: Bill Allen Washington, D.C. — On April 16, 2026, the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) hosted its annual Legacy Gala at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C., to celebrate and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the ongoing fight for justice and equality. The event brought together current CBC members, past and present CBC presidents and board members, and legislative interns. Honorees included Congressman Jim Clyburn of South Carolina’s 6th

Culture

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