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Nation on Edge: Urgent Response Needed Following Trump's Election as 47th President From The Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Church
On November 5th, Donald Trump was elected as the 47th President of the United States, causing widespread concern across the country.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Empowering Change Through Education & Humor: A Progressive Call to Action by Author James Jerome Hankins
Hankins advocates for community organization and proactive engagement, urging progressives to reflect on past electoral defeats and strategi

James Jerome Hankin
Jan 25, 20254 min read


Why We Celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day?
King grew up in a society steeped in racial segregation and discrimination, which profoundly shaped his worldview and commitment to social j

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 20, 20252 min read


A New Era Begins But For How Long? Donald Trump's 2025 Inauguration.
Get ready for the exhilarating feedback from the relaunch of the Echo, capturing the electrifying atmosphere surrounding Donald Trump's inau

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 20, 20251 min read


Scapegoating Karen Bass: The Fallout of LA's Wildfire Management Amid Ongoing Crises
Mayor Bass, upon returning to Los Angeles, addressed criticism about inadequate water supply for firefighting and insufficient preparation o

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 15, 20252 min read


Get Ready For The General Baptist Convention Of N.J. February 2025 Virtual Workers Workshop Event!
Workshop Categories: Associate Ministers; Evangelism; Grief & Mental Health; Leadership & more

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 15, 20251 min read


Comcast NBCUniversal Donates $10 Million to Support Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
Comcast NBCUniversal today announced it will donate $10 million in cash to support Los Angeles area wildfire disaster relief and recovery ef

Black P.R. Wire
Jan 14, 20252 min read


Reflecting on the Impact: President Jimmy Carter's State Funeral and Legacy
President Jimmy Carter: He's No Evil Evangelical. He's Just the Real Thing! Christian Values in the White House & President Jimmy Carter

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 11, 20255 min read


Escalating Homelessness Crisis Among Older Americans & Young Families With Children: A Deep Dive into the 2024 AHAR Findings
Americans aged 55 to 65 and young Black families with children, driven by economic instability, health challenges, and inadequate social sup

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 6, 20255 min read


N.J. Citizens: Your Voice Matters in the Fight for Civil Rights Progress! Join The Newark's Native Sons In Honor of Martin Luther King Day Discussion Hosted By The A'dorian Murray-Thomas Civic Assoc.
The A'Dorian Murray-Thomas Civic Association invites the Newark community to participate in "Newark's Native Sons," a live stream discussion

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 4, 20253 min read


Tragic Loss of N.J. Artist Tyron Whitley: Community Mourns as Investigation Unfolds
Tyron Whitley, a 38-year-old music writer and hip hop artist from New Jersey, was fatally shot on December 17, 2024, in Newark, NJ, sending

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 3, 20252 min read


THE CENTER FOR GLOBAL AFRICA And DELAWARE’S DIASPORA LEADERSHIP TO HOLD A PRESS CONFERENCE TO ELEVATE THE REQUEST FOR PRESIDENT BIDEN TO EXONERATE PAN- AFRICAN LEADER, MARCUS MOSIAH GARVEY
For decades Black leaders have petitioned the U.S. government and presidents to address this injustice. According to Dr. Julius Garvey, “Pre

Black P.R. Wire
Jan 1, 20254 min read


Afternoon Tea Navigating New Challenges: The Relaunched Echo's January 1st Tea Talk with KBritt on Arrests, Attacks, and Rare Discoveries
Afternoon Tea Navigating New Challenges: The Echo's January 1st Tea Talk with KBritt delves into recent events marked by turmoil and discove

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 1, 20255 min read


United for Change: The Impact of Nonprofits, Church Leaders, and the American Federal Government's Long Standing Commitment to Protect American Immigrants Vetted or Not.
As the conversation around immigration continues to shift, the role of the federal government, alongside nonprofits and community organizati

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jan 1, 20256 min read


Black Law Enforcement Group Demands Justice and Reform in Inmate Death, Criticizes AG's Inaction
Damon K. Jones reports in Black Westchester eNewspaper that Blacks in Law Enforcement of America (BLEA) is calling for immediate criminal pr

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 31, 20242 min read


Escalating Tensions in Sanctuary States: A Warning of Possible Civil Conflict
This article underscores a growing concern about the potential for a Civil War in Sanctuary States, driven by the complexities of immigratio

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 29, 20243 min read


(BPRW) A Party With A Purpose: Beverly Hills West (CA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Hosts Sold-Out Second Annual Green & White Reception
The venue buzzed with energy as DJ Printz's lively music inspired dancing and celebration. The elegant AMG Showroom set the stage for networ

Black P.R. Wire
Dec 23, 20242 min read


Afternoon Tea with KBritt: Classroom Controversies, Belleplain State Forest Mysteries, Have You Seen Venika Williams and More
Echoed News and current events. A male victim was found with gunshot wounds and later pronounced dead at Capital Health Center.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 23, 20244 min read


U.S. Attorney's Office Press Releases: Recent Convictions Highlight Organized Crime in NJ and Trafficking Networks Connected to Arryan Prison Gangs in Washington.
United States Attorney's Office:Press Releases. "Newark jury convicted three NJ men for racketeering-WA Trafficking Ring Tied to Aryan Gangs

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 23, 20244 min read


East Orange School District Faces Major Layoffs Amid Budget Crisis
This situation arises amid stalled negotiations with the district's teachers' and principals' unions, leaving schools under immense pressure

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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