Tag Archives: Black Excellence

Legend Cicely Tyson Dies At 96😢😢

Posted on January 29, 2021 by rikyrah

Cicely Tyson, an Actress Who Shattered Stereotypes, Dies at 96 – The New York Times https://t.co/CBQXpvWyeT — Erica L. Green (@EricaLG) January 29, 2021 Legend. Phenomenon. Human Wonder. Once in a lifetime talent. All of these describe Ms. Cicely Tyson, … Continue reading →

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Open Thread | Congratulations to Simone Biles!👏👏👏

Posted on October 14, 2019 by rikyrah

The nightmare that is our current political situation will still be with us. I chose today to celebrate something positive. To celebrate Black Excellence👏👏 Medal # 25 is 🥇@Simone_Biles breaks her own record and sets a new one after winning … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread | 10 African Americans named Rhodes scholars, most ever

Posted on November 29, 2017 by rikyrah

10 African Americans named Rhodes scholars, most ever By Gene Johnson | AP November 19 The latest group of U.S. Rhodes scholars includes 10 African Americans — the most ever in a single Rhodes class — as well as a transgender man … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread

Posted on March 25, 2017 by rikyrah

I hope that you are enjoying this weekend with family and friends. Positive News This Morning.. Ah…they are bright and they are what we need to lift up this country. The Root’s Young Futurists of 2017 Will Put Your Life … Continue reading →

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