August 2023 – Page 8 – Capital Outlook

Harris blasts Florida education standards

August 4, 2023

Vice President Kamala Harris NSF Staff Report New state academic standards guiding schools’ instruction about African American history have ignited heated debate nationally, bringing Vice President Kamala Harris to Florida to condemn the guidelines and prompting a defense from Gov. Ron DeSantis. Backlash over the standards, approved last Wednesday by

What brings me hope

August 4, 2023

Women’s conference tohighlight South African hope tour Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, MP By Rosalind TompkinsSpecial to the Outlook As I prepare for my next trip to South Africa in August for another hope tour, I am excited to be going back. The last time that I and four others, including my

FAMU alum White appointed to Board of Trustees

August 4, 2023

Michael D. White of Indelible Solutions Special to the Outlook Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Michael White to the Florida A&M University Board of Trustees. White of Tallahassee is co-founder and chief business development officer of Indelible Solutions, a Jacksonville-based management consulting company. He was previously a professional account specialist

Van Camp named director of Lively Technical College

August 4, 2023

BJ Van Camp Special to the Outlook BJ Van Camp has been selected as the new director of Lively Technical College. “I am excited for the future of Lively Technical College as we continue to develop innovative workforce pathways for our young LCS students and adult residents in Leon County,

Seven-point plan of action issued in response to new academic standards

August 4, 2023

Rev. RB Holmes Special to the Outlook Led by Rev. RB Holmes, a group of religious leaders, civil rights activists, community organizers and citizens held a virtual press conference Monday to address what they described as Gov. Ron DeSantis’ racist agenda, including dismantling of African American studies. In the most

New York City settles civil rights lawsuit for $13 million stemming from 2020 BLM protests

August 4, 2023

Protests erupted around the country after a Minneapolis police officer killed George Floyd three years ago.Photo submitted By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire SeniorNational Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia New York City has agreed to pay over $13 million to resolve a civil rights lawsuit filed on behalf of approximately 1,300 individuals who endured arrests

Historic Maryland home that once housed Freedom Fighters, facing foreclosure

August 4, 2023

Janice Grant By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia A piece of Maryland and Black history teetering on the edge of foreclosure is a home that holds important significance. Once a refuge for the Freedom Riders, a group of activists who challenged segregation on buses and at bus terminals,

Tony Bennett’s life wasn’t just singing; he marched along with King, Belafonte for civil rights

August 4, 2023

Singer Tony Bennett, seen with Harry Belafonte and other marchers, was an advocate for Black causes.NNPA file photo By Stacy M. BrownNNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent@StacyBrownMedia Tony Bennett, the legendary singer whose smooth vocals and timeless classics captured the hearts of millions, also worked tirelessly in civil rights advocacy and

FAMU lifts football suspension, video probe continues

August 4, 2023

Tiffani-Dawn Sykes, vice president and Director of Athletics, announced that suspension of football activities at FAMU has been lifted.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer A suspension of football activities at FAMU was lifted four days after a rap video featuring Real Boston Richey in an

Richardson launches bid for re-election to City Commission

August 4, 2023

City Commissioner Curtis Richardson campaigned against a crowded field in 2020.Photo by St. Clair Murraine By St. Clair MurraineOutlook Staff Writer Pointing to a list of accomplishments in city government, City Commissioner Curtis Richardson is asking voters to re-elect him for another term. “I am deeply grateful for your support