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American Black Journal
‘The Spirit of Justice,’ September is Black Reading Month
Season 52
Episode 49
New York Times bestselling author and historian Jemar Tisby’s book “The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race and Resistance” tells the untold stories of Black activists in the fight against racism. Plus, September is Black Reading Month. The observance’s co-founder Malik Yakini discusses the observance’s 45-year history, its goals and literacy issues in this country.
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Black Family Development’s 46th and the “Healthy and Resilient Communities” program.
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The 2024 election’s impact on the Black community and Church of the Messiah’s 150th.
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Michigan Supreme Court Justice Kyra Harris Bolden and Homelessness Awareness Month.
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Detroit Future City's Equity Forum focuses on equitable employment for African Americans.
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Faith and politics: Detroit’s Black churches mobilize voters ahead of the 2024 election.
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A special report on the restoration of Malcolm X’s former home in Inkster, Michigan.
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Church of the Messiah Detroit’s 150th, Judson Center’s 100th and the Ford Piquette Museum.
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“Fat Ham” at Detroit Public Theatre and a conversation with actor Roger Guenveur Smith.
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Backlash against DEI, AACHM’s new home and the cost of housing’s impact on young voters.
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A conversation on the role of ministers who provide pastoral care during and after death.
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National Suicide Prevention Month, Caleb’s Kids and the Detroit Black Film Festival.
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“The Spirit of Justice” author Jemar Tisby and September is Black Reading Month.