top of page
Echo News TV, LLC
Community News & Opinion Articles
New Jersey's oldest Black-owned newspaper circa 1904


Collective Punishment in Minnesota?: Trump Team Uses “Fraud” Claims to Target a Blue State and Americans Fellow Citizens
Echo News TV LLC’s Social Justice Desk examines the Trump administration’s decision to halt more than a quarter-billion dollars in Medicaid reimbursements to Minnesota, a move critics say threatens healthcare access for roughly 1.3 million residents. The article connects the funding standoff to broader concerns about federal power, civil rights, and enforcement tactics, including allegations of racial scapegoating and pressure on state sovereignty.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
18 hours ago3 min read


The Elephant Is Teetering: How an Avoidable Crisis Is Being Engineered in Plain Sight
In “The Elephant is Teetering,” The Echo Press examines a U.S. political moment defined by normalized cruelty, “ascended fascism,” and an elite “high on its own supply,” with Black America positioned as the nation’s historical conscience. Drawing on insights from Danielle Moodie and Jared Yates Sexton, the piece argues that survival requires rejecting manufactured consent, staying grounded in history, and coordinating collective action beyond the ballot box.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
3 days ago4 min read


Bridging Hope and Achievement: Mr. James Jerome Hankins Reflects on Rev. Jesse Jackson's Enduring Influence Through Positive Affirmation
Discover how Rev. Jesse Jackson’s empowering message and Mr. James Jerome Hankins’ lifelong dedication to education have transformed the lives of countless children facing adversity. This article explores the lasting impact of positive affirmation in building confidence, resilience, and hope within marginalized communities.

James Jerome Hankin
4 days ago3 min read


Echo News TV LLC Opinion Special Report: The Betrayal of Rev. Jesse Jackson: How Allies Became Accomplices in the Erosion of Black Progress
This article exposes the outrageous betrayal of Rev. Jesse Jackson by those very groups who benefited from his decades of sacrifice and leadership. It is infuriating to witness once-allied minorities now complicit in the erosion of hard-won Black progress, siding with interests that threaten to erase the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 194 min read


From Sunrise to Sunset: Rev. Jesse Jackson’s Prophetic Call for Unity and Change—The 1984 Presidential Candidate Address That America Must Remember
Echo News TV LLC mourns the passing of the beloved Rev. Jesse Jackson, a proud graduate of North Carolina A&T with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology, who touched countless lives with his unwavering dedication to justice and equality. Today, on February 17, 2026, we remember a towering leader whose voice and vision inspired generations. His legacy of love, courage, and hope will forever echo in the hearts of all who dreamed of a better world.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 177 min read


Echo News TV LLC – Special Report Before the Storm: Cosby, Gregory, and the Questions America Refused to Answer
Echo News TV LLC is committed to delivering urgent, uncompromising journalism that confronts the uncomfortable truths shaping Black America today. In an era defined by deception and division, we illuminate the realities others are too afraid to name. Today's report - Before the Storm: Cosby, Gregory, and the Questions America Refused to Answer. To answer why Black History records not only external oppression but also internal betrayal.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Feb 14 min read


ATLANTIC CITY COUNCIL LEADERSHIP ENDORSES TIM ALEXANDER FOR CONGRESS IN NEW JERSEY’S 2nd CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (Jan 27, 2026)
This press release announces the enthusiastic endorsement of Tim Alexander for Congress by Atlantic City Council President Aaron "Sporty" Randolph and Councilman Kaleem Shabazz, highlighting his dedication to economic revitalization and community partnership. Their support signals growing excitement and momentum for Alexander’s campaign to bring positive change to New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 312 min read


Echo News TV LLC Special Report Title: America at the Crossroads: Trump-Era Policies Rekindle “Slave Catcher” Tactics, Enraging Law-Abiding Citizens
About: This special report from Echo News TV LLC investigates how recent policies and actions by the Trump administration and its supporters have revived historically oppressive tactics, sparking nationwide outrage and demands for accountability. Drawing on primary news transcripts, academic sources, and human rights reports, the article analyzes the regressive impact on democracy and civil liberties in North America.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 284 min read


The Anatomy of Hate: How Extreme Racism Led to the Premeditated Murder of Nia Wilson—and Why America Must Confront Its Legacy
About the Article
This article, “The Anatomy of Hate: How Extreme Racism Led to the Premeditated Murder of Nia Wilson—and Why America Must Confront Its Legacy,” is a deeply researched and ethically urgent examination of a crime that illuminates the persistent, lethal threat posed by extreme racism in the United States. The piece draws upon a convergence of firsthand accounts, legal records, & recent academic studies to illustrate the devastating consequences of unchecked Whit

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 284 min read


Empowering Our Future: The Call to Action Before the 2026 Midterm Election – Imagining What Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Would Advocate Today
In "Empowering Our Future: The Call to Action Before the 2026 Midterm Election," James Jerome Hankins draws inspiration from Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s teachings to emphasize the importance of preparation and civic engagement as the election approaches. He calls on parents, students, and community leaders to prioritize voting and educate themselves and others, reminding readers of the transformative power of informed and active citizenship.

James Jerome Hankin
Jan 193 min read


Laid Off, Locked Out, and Logged On: What If ICE Came for You Next?
Lurie Daniels Favors exposes how mass layoffs, rising ICE activity, and online misinformation are colliding to threaten Black communities, warning that dismissing these realities as fearmongering only serves those fueling division and distraction. With sharp humor, she calls on urban audiences and Black institutions to recognize the urgency, get informed, and confront these escalating threats before they hit closer to home.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 112 min read


Simmering on the Back Burner: America’s Recipe for Modern Fascism
Today’s Echo News TV LLC article explores the historical roots and modern manifestations of fascism in America, tracing its evolution through religious and political movements to the present day. Drawing on recent research and reporting, it highlights how longstanding ideologies have resurfaced in contemporary discourse.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 115 min read
bottom of page