Rev. Al Sharpton
The media referred to him as a “controversial figure,” “race baiter,” “charlatan,” and more since the 1980s. When he began
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Author: The Positive Community
Prudential shares The Positive Community’s goal of strengthening and uplifting the Newark community. Prudential was founded in Newark nearly 150
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Community Education Forum with Alfred Bundy and guests Melba Moore, Samirah Scantling & Talia Young
In this episode of Essex County College’s Community Education Forum, host Alfred Bundy speaks with guests Melba Moore (Tony Award
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The Truth about “The Star-Spangled Banner”
It was September of 1814. The British had sacked Washington and torched the White House. The conflict became known as
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This Mom Is Fighting Hunger by Starting a Company That Reduces Food Waste
Atlanta mom Jasmine Crowe-Houston launched Goodr, a company that keeps food out of landfills while addressing food insecurity. Here, her
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Should You Focus On Exercise When You Want to Lose Weight?
Exercise may not be the best way to lose weight. A quick Google search on exercise reveals many impressive health
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Aisha Glover Helps Audible Make an Impact in Cities Around the World
Aisha Glover joined Audible as VP, Urban Innovation in 2020, when Audible’s Founder Don Katz asked her to help lead our Global Center for Urban Development (GCUD). At the time, she’d been serving as president and CEO for the Newark Alliance and Invest Newark, working with Mayor Ras J. Baraka to oversee community-focused economic development initiatives for the city. Before that, Glover had led nationally recognized organizations focused on job creation, industrial development, and environmental justice and education.
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