Melba Newsome

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Melba Newsome is an award-winning writer, journalist, editor, social media and communications professional. She has been widely published and is skilled at content creation in a many formats for variety of clients.

Articles

People carry a Juneteenth flag as they march during a Juneteenth re-enactment celebration in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 2021.

What Is Juneteenth, and Why Do We Celebrate It?

The national holiday commemorates the end of slavery and has been celebrated by Black Americans for more than a century. Here's what you need to know about Juneteenth.

The Racist History of Mount Rushmore

The history of Mount Rushmore is racist in its origins and remains a potent symbol of the nation's betrayal of indigenous people.

12 Documentaries About Race Everyone Needs to See

While these documentaries aren't always easy to watch, they're essential viewing for anyone who wants to understand the history and current state of race in America.