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  • Ice Cube’s Back Hot On Social Media & Still Pushing Black Agenda

    Ice Cube’s Back Hot On Social Media & Still Pushing Black Agenda

    O’Shea Jackson professionally known as Ice Cube made his strong return to Twitter on Monday reiterating his “push” for Black people to be rightfully acknowledged despite the political regime that is in power.

    Earlier this fall Ice Cube made it known that his advocacy for Black people went beyond red or blue party lines by attempting to communicate with the Trump administration about key economic issues etc. that pertained to advancing the community. The bipartisan action sparked electrocuting criticism against Jackson but proved unsuccessful in stopping his activism for his people. Earlier this week Ice Cube gave an update on social media about his brief departure saying “we focused on one party way to long” and that he is modifying the “contract” for “Black America” in order to include pivotal details that were previously missed in a heartfelt push to “make things better.” Do you think reparations need to come “STRAIGHT OUTTA” the government?

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • Ice Cube’s Back Hot On Social Media & Still Pushing Black Agenda

    Ice Cube’s Back Hot On Social Media & Still Pushing Black Agenda

    O’Shea Jackson professionally known as Ice Cube made his strong return to Twitter on Monday reiterating his “push” for Black people to be rightfully acknowledged despite the political regime that is in power.

    Source: BIG3/Getty
    Ice Cube pictured with his wife of over 25 years Kimberly Woodruff and their children.

    Earlier this fall Ice Cube made it known that his advocacy for Black people went beyond red or blue party lines by attempting to communicate with the Trump administration about key economic issues etc. that pertained to advancing the community. The bipartisan action sparked electrocuting criticism against Jackson but proved unsuccessful in stopping his activism for his people. Earlier this week Ice Cube gave an update on social media about his brief departure saying “we focused on one party way to long” and that he is modifying the “contract” for “Black America” in order to include pivotal details that were previously missed in a heartfelt push to “make things better.” Do you think reparations need to come “STRAIGHT OUTTA” the government?

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • Black & Latino Children’s Academics Were Hit Hardest By Pandemic

    Black & Latino Children’s Academics Were Hit Hardest By Pandemic

    The Covid-19 pandemic triggered many domino effects with school closures being one of the many.

    Students nationwide were suddenly forced to adapt to a new normal that included e-learning and usually consisted of excessive hours in front of phones and computer screens. Vulnerable groups such as special education scholars loss their professional one on one support while immigrant children typically weren’t offered English lessons online. The vast majority of students in already disenfranchised Black and Hispanic communities had limited access to the internet or digital devices making it virtually impossible to connect with teachers. Consequently a report from the “Northwest Evaluation Association” which studied “4.4 million U.S. students” discovered that reading and math scores have noticeably declined among Black and Hispanic children this year eluding to the fact that the pandemic has created larger educational disparities according to NBC.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • Black & Latino Children’s Academics Were Hit Hardest By Pandemic

    Black & Latino Children’s Academics Were Hit Hardest By Pandemic

    The Covid-19 pandemic triggered many domino effects with school closures being one of the many.

    Students nationwide were suddenly forced to adapt to a new normal that included e-learning and usually consisted of excessive hours in front of phones and computer screens. Vulnerable groups such as special education scholars loss their professional one on one support while immigrant children typically weren’t offered English lessons online. The vast majority of students in already disenfranchised Black and Hispanic communities had limited access to the internet or digital devices making it virtually impossible to connect with teachers. Consequently a report from the “Northwest Evaluation Association” which studied “4.4 million U.S. students” discovered that reading and math scores have noticeably declined among Black and Hispanic children this year eluding to the fact that the pandemic has created larger educational disparities according to NBC.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • As Pandemic Famines Arise Celebrities Kick in With Food Giveaways

    As Pandemic Famines Arise Celebrities Kick in With Food Giveaways

    In the absence of a second stimulus package passed many Americans have found themselves struggling to make ends meet. A scarce reality that subsequently arose from the Covid-19 pandemic causing businesses all over the nation to shutter and thus forth skyrocketing unemployment. Retailers that remained open had drastic drops in revenue due to most Americans prioritizing essential items in the midst of uncertainty. The economic instability rightfully caused many to opt out of dining or other usual indulgences. For the select few that were able to keep their gigs a lack of daycares and new virtual learning children forced those individuals home while others were caring for elderly loved ones. While the nation has seemed some of it’s most grim times this past year we’ve also seen an overwhelming amount of chivalry with Americans coming together to help those in need. With celebrities being no exemption to that notion. These are a few of the latest honorable mentions.

  • As Pandemic Famines Arise Celebrities Kick in With Food Giveaways

    As Pandemic Famines Arise Celebrities Kick in With Food Giveaways

    Snoop Dogg pulled his boot straps up and went on the front line for those in need volunteering to pass out more than 2,500 turkeys.
    Khalid’s foundation helped.

    In the absence of a second stimulus package passed many Americans have found themselves struggling to make ends meet. A scarce reality that subsequently arose from the Covid-19 pandemic causing businesses all over the nation to indefinitely close triggering record unemployment. Retailers that remained open experienced pummeling drops in revenue due to most Americans prioritizing essential items in the midst of uncertainty. The economic instability rightfully caused many to opt out of dining or other usual indulgences. For the select few that were able to keep their gigs a lack of daycares and newly virtual learning children forced those people home. Others had to care for elderly and vulnerable loved ones. The nation has seen some of it’s most grim times this past year but we’ve also seen overwhelming chivalry with Americans uniting to help those in need. Thankfully celebrities haven’t exempted themselves or their platforms from that notion.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • New York City’s 1st Black Mayor David Dinkins, has passed at 93

    New York City’s 1st Black Mayor David Dinkins, has passed at 93

    David Dinkins did not settle for systemic limitations and persisted his way to reroute history by being New York City’s first Black Mayor in 1989.

    Dinkins broke ground and racial barriers that year ultimately defeating Ed Koch (Democrat) and Rudy Giuliani (Republican) and went on to become the city’s 106th mayor. Mayor Bill de Blasio confirmed his passing of natural causes in his Upper East Side Manhattan home on Monday. Giuliani sent his “deepest condolences” via twitter saying “He gave a great deal of his life in service to our great city. That service is respected and honored by all.” Dinkins served a single term as Mayor and despite racial tensions that were critically present during his service the historic Mayor made a lasting impact throughout his tenure that outreached his time in office and lifetime in general. David Dinkins was preceded in death a month prior by his loving wife of over fifty years Joyce Dinkins.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • New York City’s 1st Black Mayor David Dinkins, has passed at 93

    New York City’s 1st Black Mayor David Dinkins, has passed at 93

    David Dinkins did not settle for systemic limitations and persisted his way to reroute history by being New York City’s first Black Mayor in 1989.

    Source: Keith Torrie/ New York Daily News
    Source: AP

    Dinkins broke ground and racial barriers that year ultimately defeating Ed Koch (Democrat) and Rudy Giuliani (Republican) and went on to become the city’s 106th mayor. Mayor Bill de Blasio confirmed his passing of natural causes in his Upper East Side Manhattan home on Monday. Giuliani sent his “deepest condolences” via twitter saying “He gave a great deal of his life in service to our great city. That service is respected and honored by all.” Dinkins served a single term as Mayor and despite racial tensions that were critically present during his service the historic Mayor made a lasting impact throughout his tenure that outreached his time in office and lifetime in general. David Dinkins was preceded in death a month prior by his loving wife of over fifty years Joyce Dinkins.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • Nick Cannon & Dr. Dre Team Up For CA “Feed Your City” Event

    Nick Cannon & Dr. Dre Team Up For CA “Feed Your City” Event

    People in need were able to get a little support Saturday as the community and a few generous celebrities united for California’s annual “Feed Your City” event. Some of the celebrity donors were Dr. Dre, professional basketball player Ricky Davis and Nick Cannon. The charity event usually runs lateral with Thanksgiving in an attempt to assist people with groceries which include a holiday turkey. This years food packages also included essential items and PP supplies and adhered to social distancing guidelines. Compton’s mayor Aja Brown also helped to organize the event alongside Power 106 and 93.5 Kday as reported by Revolt.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff

  • Nick Cannon & Dr. Dre Team Up For CA “Feed Your City” Event

    Nick Cannon & Dr. Dre Team Up For CA “Feed Your City” Event

    Left to Right: Colin Kaepernick & Dr. Dre taking a knee against police brutality and in support of racial justice.

    People in need were able to get a little support Saturday as the community and a few generous celebrities united for California’s annual “Feed Your City” event. Some of the famed donors were Dr. Dre, professional basketball player Ricky Davis and Nick Cannon. The charity event usually runs lateral with Thanksgiving in an attempt to assist people with groceries which include a holiday turkey. This years food packages also included essential items and PP supplies and adhered to social distancing guidelines. Compton’s mayor Aja Brown also helped to organize the event alongside Power 106 and 93.5 Kday as reported by Revolt.

    BY: BEWITTY Staff