Indianola, Ms. is my hometown. Shameful history…
How President Lyndon B. Johnson tried to stop Fannie Lou Hamer's Powerful Testimony by impromptu Press Conference to Get Her off the air, 1964.
Lyndon B. Johnson tried to stop Fannie Lou Hamer's Powerful Testimony
President Lyndon B. Johnson trying to stop Fannie Lou Hamer's Powerful Testimony by impromptu Press Conference to Get Her off the air.
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July Happenings: Leadership, Connections & Continued Learning! The @TXLA Officer Governance Training was an incredible experience. Grateful for the opportunity to grow alongside passionate library leaders. How’s your July going? #BCRTTLA #LibraryLeadership #ProfessionalGrowth
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Over 40 plus black male librarians unite to support each other!! We make up less than 1% of the field!! Share this post please!! Librarians are LEADERS OF THE NEW COOL!
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Nominations are open for the 2026 BCRT Ashley Bryan Award! This award, presented by the TLA Black Caucus Round Table, honors a debut Black children’s picture book author whose work uplifts culture and community in children's literature. Publishers are invited to submit nominations by August 1. bit.ly/BCRT26
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Today, we honor Juneteenth — a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice.
The men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. proudly celebrate this historic day, recognizing the strength of our ancestors and reaffirming our commitment to uplift.
Congrats @CoachMaxie! We are proud of you.
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📚 Black Caucus Round Table @TXLA hosted an insightful convo on the past, present & future of Black Librarianship through a #BCRTTLA lens. Former chairs shared impactful perspectives…leaving us empowered to carry the torch forward. #JuneteenthEdition #LibraryStrong
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Today, the Brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
We salute their courage, legacy, and unwavering service.
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Did you know Black men are 30% more likely to die from heart disease than white men? #AARPHouston had a table at the 3rd Annual African American Male Wellness Agency event at UH. @AARPTX @AARPBlackCom
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Cuts to the Institute of Museum and Library Services are hitting libraries hard—especially in small and rural communities. ULC stands with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries and others to protect libraries of all sizes. Listen via @NPR: buff.ly/RmapKqS
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“The IMLS is the flagship for this telling of the American story.” Former @US_IMLS Director Crosby Kemper defends the agency’s vital role in supporting libraries, museums & democracy. A must-read op-ed in The @KCStar: buff.ly/BGZS4Hl
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The Association for Rural & Small Libraries, @ALA_PLA & @UrbanLibCouncil urge the administration & Congress to reverse @US_IMLS grant cancellations. IMLS must honor its commitments—libraries in every state rely on this support to serve their communities: buff.ly/duiLo4j
Happy Library Workers Day! Please stop by your local library and let the staff know you appreciate them. We are here for you!
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Out of 27 competing teams, TSU took home the first-place sweepstakes award and earned 21 individual accolades! This marks the team’s fifth IFA championship and is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and legacy of excellence set by the late Dr. Thomas F. Freeman.









































