Source: Joe Raedle / Getty Prominent right-wing figures have been spotted attending the Democratic National Convention, prompting social media users to question their motives. The Democratic National Convention [see NewsOne’s Live Updates] entered its second night on Tuesday (August 20) after a much-watched opening night that closed with President Joe Biden as the final speaker. The energy at the DNC appears to be strong enough to attract certain right-wing figures […]

Former first lady Michelle Obama speaks during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. | Source: Chip Somodevilla / Getty Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered a fiery call to action at the DNC on Tuesday night while simultaneously drawing a stark contrast between the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in a speech powered in part […]

Source: Andrew Harnik / Getty Michelle Obama spoke before the Democratic National Convention on its second night, moving the audience and social media users watching. Former First Lady Michelle Obama took the stage to address the audience in support of the Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, and social media was inspired and moved by her words. Mrs. Obama took the stage as part of the trio of headliners closing out […]

Source: CHARLY TRIBALLEAU / Getty Former President Barack Obama’s speech at the Democratic National Convention backing Kamala Harris energized the crowd and those watching on social media. The second night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois came to a close with former President Barack Obama taking the podium to deliver a speech that revved up the crowd and those watching via social media. He took the stage after […]

Former President Barack Obama (L) gestures to former first lady Michelle Obama as he arrives to speak on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 20, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois. | Source: Andrew Harnik / Getty Considering the mounting evidence of his cognitive decline, Donald Trump just may have confused Tuesday night’s headliners at the DNC for a tag-team wrestling match […]

Gov. Spiro Agnew (L) of Maryland and Richard M. Nixon, vice-presidential and presidential candidates, respectively, of the Republican party, accept the cheers of delegates and spectators at the fifth and final session of the Republican National Convention. The two men took the rostrum together after both made their acceptance speeches. | Source: Bettmann / Getty N ewsOne is back with Episode 6 of The Black Ballot, an exclusive docuseries exploring […]

Source: Vladimir Tyurin / Getty Louisiana‘s history is a tapestry of cultural richness, economic evolution, and social transformation. From its early days as a pivotal piece of the Louisiana Purchase to its current status as a hub of cultural and economic activity, Louisiana’s story is one of continuous change and enduring legacy. For history buffs and residents alike, understanding this history is key to appreciating the unique character and resilience […]

Councilmember Yusef Salaam speaks during a rally at City Hall on June 20, 2024, in New York City. | Source: Michael M. Santiago / Getty Nobody tell Donald Trump or any of his MAGA white nationalist cultists like Charle Kirk, but Exonerated Five member Yusef Salaam is expected to speak at the Democratic National Convention. Salaam is now a member of the city council of NYC, but in 1989, he […]

First Lady Michelle Obama speaks at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia on Monday, July 25, 2016. | Source: Bill Clark / Getty Former First Lady Michelle Obama‘s speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) Tuesday night is guaranteed to have at least one signature quotable, much like her other public addresses. Chances are, that number will be much higher given the fact that not only is she rallying […]