WABJ - Washington Association of Black Journalists
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An organization of 450+ DMV area journalists, media-related professionals, educators and students. President: @phil_lewis_
Washington, D.C.
Joined September 2009
‼️Another great Post scoop: The Kennedy Center changed board rules months before vote to add Trump’s name. New rules say only trustees appointed by the president can vote, barring others, including seats held by Democrats, @janaykingsberry @ables_kelsey
washingtonpost.com
The cultural center said only trustees appointed by the president could vote, barring other members, including Democrats who hold seats, from decisions.
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Commanders’ Bobby Wagner earned his MBA from @HowardU this December. I asked him why Howard? Wagner said working with HBCUs was a big reason. He also said he didn’t want to skip steps; when it comes to future business endeavors, he’s “done the work.” https://t.co/SgRRO9PQnx
wjla.com
Washington Commander Bobby Wagner is striving for success on and off the football field.
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I want to give a special shout out to my friend, and award winning @CapitalBNews journalist @aallyahpatrice for this compelling article! It captures the systemic issues that many American descendants of slavery face as homeowners in Mississippi. https://t.co/izueWbYlkt
capitalbnews.org
She works two jobs and can’t afford to pay for costly repairs. She’s called on congressional leaders and celebrities to no avail.
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Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest park ranger, dedicated her life to preserving Black history and challenging erasure. Her legacy lives on.
washingtoninformer.com
Betty Reid Soskin, the oldest park ranger, dedicated her life to preserving Black history and challenging erasure. Her legacy lives on.
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Watch ‘60 Minutes’ Story Pulled by CBS News Boss: Latino Civil Rights Group Calls Action ‘Indefensible’ https://t.co/4gklizPi2u
#journalism #journalismsNEWS #journalismethics #CBSNews #Deportation #ElSalvador #CECOT #FCC #immigration #LULAC @SenSchumer #NAHJ #Latinos
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NEW: Bari Weiss addresses her decision to hold last night's CECOT story on the CBS News morning editorial call: "Our viewers come first, not a listing schedule or anything else..."
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The Black Press has played a vital role in sharing stories that matter since 1827. Now, many iconic outlets are struggling to survive due to lost funding. Your support can help preserve this important part of our history. Please consider donating or sharing to keep these voices
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In less than two years, America will mark a milestone no othe… The Black Press of America Let It Be Known needs your support for Protect and Save Black Journalism- Keep LIBK Alive!
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This deadline has been extended to Jan. 12th. After much demand, we've also opened up the program to first-year college students as well! Apply:
wabjdc.org
About UJW The Urban Journalism Workshop (UJW) is an annual program that teaches D.C. area high school students the fundamentals of journalism through interactive lectures, hands-on training, and...
It’s not too late to sign up for the 2026 Urban Journalism Workshop. If you are a high school student, join us for the 8 week workshop (Saturdays in March & April). You will get hands on experience in journalism. Deadline - 12/10 Register - https://t.co/0SoO2wsyDP
#UJW2026 #WABJ
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🗞️ Happy Sunday! Catch up on top stories in politics, Local news, & more. Pick up your copy or read online at https://t.co/csoxLyJZMk. Stay informed, stay empowered. #beinformed #Trump #BlackPress #DMV #WashingtonDC
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The latest jobs report shows the U.S. unemployment rate has risen steadily since June 2025 (with a gap in October). That's the longest stretch of rising unemployment since 2009 during the global financial crisis.
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Tuesday morning gave us the latest set of data indicating that President...
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BREAKING: DC At-Large Councilmember @kenyanmcduffie will announce his resignation today during the Council’s legislative meeting, effective Jan. 5. Avoids a costly special election. McDuffie has served Ward 5 since 2012, at large since 2022. Signaling interest in a mayoral run.
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A week into her Senate campaign I sat down w/ @JasmineForUS “I don’t have anyone pulling my strings” the congresswoman said She lays out her strategy to flip #Texas blue, backs a higher federal minimum wage, & calls out the lack of regulation around #AIdatacenters More to come
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A few weeks after her meeting with CMs, @ODCA_DC has determined that @salimadofo misused ANC 8C funds. Among her recommendations: @DCAttorneyGen should determine if further action to be taken. @WashInformer
FYI: @ODCA_DC just told the D.C. Council in the council breakfast that its audit of ANC 8C's finances will be completed in " a few weeks." For those who don't recall, there have been ?s about 8C's finances under @salimadofo since b4 the W8 D.C. Council primary last year.
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WaPo: Statue of Black teen who fought segregation replaces Robert E. Lee at U.S. Capitol
washingtonpost.com
Barbara Rose Johns was only 16 when she led a walkout in 1951 to protest horrendous conditions at her segregated high school for Black students in rural Farmville, Virginia.
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News: @POTUS is expected to travel to another battleground state before the end of the year to deliver an economic-focused speech, a White House official tells me.
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Great opportunity for aspiring journalists in the DMV to learn about the craft from area professionals. Sign up. Please share. @CoolidgeHS_dc, @bannekerpto
This deadline has been extended to Jan. 12th. After much demand, we've also opened up the program to first-year college students as well! Apply:
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New York for the weekend covering my first Heisman ceremony! 🏈
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Today marks 50 years of NABJ, half a century of insisting on our right to be seen, heard, and valued in American media. When our founders came together on December 12, 1975, they weren’t simply forming an organization. They were launching a movement. https://t.co/WScpLieQiS
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BREAKING UPDATE: A D.C. judge ruled that Shadija Romero does not have tenancy rights and sided with the homeowner. https://t.co/0zM07D6sSR
wjla.com
The case has drawn widespread attention in D.C., highlighting gaps in the District’s tenant-landlord laws.
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