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N AT ION AL PROHIBITING FEDERAL AGENCIES FROM CONDUCTING ANTI-RACISM TRAINING CHALLENGED Leaders of the Congressional TriCaucus — composed of Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus Chair Rep. Judy Chu (CA-27), Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-20), and Congressional Black Caucus Chair Rep. Karen Bass (CA-37) — issued the following joint statement on the Trump administration’s memo to federal agencies canceling anti-racism training for government employees:

“In the middle of a national reckoning on racial injustice, the Trump administration is trying to sweep our nation’s history of racism under the rug.

It is profoundly disappointing but not surprising that the Trump administration is out of touch with what's important

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH) is hosting a virtual symposium on Thursday, September 17, 2020 on the impact of COVID-19 among racial and ethnic minority and American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

The Advancing the Response to COVID-19: Sharing Promising Programs and Practices for Racial and Ethnic Minority Communities virtual symposium will feature promising practices, programs, and strategies for combatting the pandemic in order to achieve health equity in communities of color.

OMH invites our partners at the regional, state, tribal and community levels to join us as we convene public health leaders from state and local

to the American people and wants to terminate the federal government's efforts to root-out institutional racism through anti-bias training. From our nation’s original sin of slavery to state-sponsored segregation and discrimination through Jim Crow laws, to the murder of people of color at the hands of police today, structural racism casts a long shadow and still continues

to cause inequality and injustice to date. For example, the Trump’s administration's failed coronavirus response has exacerbated harm against communities of color and enabled the disproportionate deaths of Black, Latino, Pacific Islander, and Native Americans. The President of the United States has even used racist anti-Asian slurs to describe COVID-19 amidst

a nationwide rise in anti-Asian hate crimes. His words and actions have had deadly consequences. Our institutions, particularly the federal government, play a critical role in dismantling systems of oppression and creating a more just and equitable society. The Tri-Caucus Chairs call on the Trump administration to reverse its effort to end anti-racism training.”

Since its establishment in 1971, the Congressional Black Caucus has been committed to using the full Constitutional power, statutory authority, financial resources of the federal government, community leadership, and international standing to ensure Black people have the opportunity to achieve their dreams.

Speak at the OMH VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM levels to discuss their organizations' response to address COVID-19 in racial and ethnic minority and American Indian

Speaker Announcements Make sure you attend the Opening and Closing Plenaries featuring leadership

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Deputy Assistant Secretary for Minority Health and Director, Office of Minority Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Keynote Addre ss ADM Brett Giroir, MD, Assistant Secretary for Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

and Alaska Native populations.

It takes place on Sept. 17, 2020, where you will hear from national, state, tribal, and local experts leading efforts developed for public health leaders at all levels and community organizations confronting the pandemic.

from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Opening Plenary | Welc ome & Opening Remarks | 12:30 PM ET Secretary Alex Azar, JD, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health nd Human Services RADM Felicia Collins, MD, MPH, FAAP,

Closing Plenary | Call to Action & Closing Remarks | 4:45 PM ET Leandris Liburd, PhD, MPH, MA, Chief Health Equity Officer, Director of Office of Minority Health and Health Equity, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention VADM Jerome Adams, MD, MPH, Surgeon General of the United States For more information, contact the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services.

AFRICANANCESTRY.COM CALLS FOR BLACK PEOPLE TO ‘REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE' African Ancestry, Inc. (AfricanAncestry. com) today announced its one-of-akind Remember Who You Are (RWYA) campaign created to remind and educate people of color on the collective power woven in African DNA. More than a one-off, empty promise, Remember Who You Are intermixes past and present iconic people, places and spaces of cultural significance; identity-stacked virtual events; historic ancestral Reveals; and charitable ties supporting Black pride-building organizations, among other components.

Remember Who You Are kicks-off today and culminates in mid-2021.

as much a show of spoken-word dexterity as it is a powerful call-to-action, the PSA is a digital re-awakening about the power of collective Blackness. Penned and narrated by award-winning theatre artist and playwright Nsangou Njikam, the PSA is available today at www.AfricanAncestry. com/Remember.  Virtual Identity Summit: From economic empowerment and wealthbuilding to mental health, heritage travel and African Rites of Passage, the Identity Summit is designed to provide historical, cultural and social frameworks for community-building across the

Diaspora. The Summit is a 6-day virtual series hosted from Sept. 21st to the 26th and is free to the public. Participants must register at AfricanAncestry.com/ Remember.  Identity ‘ARTivist’ Showcase: AfricanAncestry.com has partnered with independent visual artists from across the Diaspora to create a commemorative RWYA art collection carrying a unified, inspired theme of ancestral and currentday Black Identity Power. All ‘ARTivists’ were hand-selected based on their influence on Black people and culture through their craft and artistic expression.

“From day one, AfricanAncestry.com has been in the Business of Being Black with a strong pulse on the profound benefits derived from healthy Black identities, especially during times of unrest,” said Dr. Gina Paige, President and Co-founder of AfricanAncestry.com. “Remember Who You Are is our contribution to the revitalized movement, empowering people with the psychological fortitude necessary to sustain periods of action and resistance.” REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE HIGHLIGHTS  Identity PSA: Central to RWYA and just

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 Legendary Roots: AfricanAncestry. com will profile people, places and spaces whose ancestral histories have significantly contributed to the collective advancement of Black people. Selah Marley, activist, model and daughter of Lauryn Hill and Rohan Marley, traced her maternal roots to the Biaka people of Central African Republic. (Marley Video Reveal at AfricanAncestry.com/ Remember) “I’m a fighter! … I’ve always been like -where does this come from?,” said Marley in response to learning the Biaka women are the hunters of the tribe. “I totally get that. Makes so much sense,” she added and whose roots are the same for her legendary mom and everyone on her maternal line.

The activities also include a charitable effort, new products, promotions, giveaways and discounts throughout the campaign. For dates, times and more information, visit www.AfricanAncestry. com/Remember.

For information on AfricanAncestry. com, visit www.AfricanAncestry.com. For press inquiries, contact Nichole Taylor at Taylor@TaylorCommunicationsGroup.com.

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A coalition of civil rights and social justice organizations concluded their two-day 2020 Virtual March on Washington programming featuring politicians, activists, and performers who set forth a bold new Black agenda, advocating for comprehensive police accountability reform, economic empowerment, and equitable access to health care, education, and the voting booths.

The virtual march was a part of a series of events led by the NAACP, National Action Network, and a coalition of civil rights partners — including Martin Luther King, III and the families of Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor — to commemorate the 57th anniversary of the March on Washington.

“57 years after the historic March on Washington — and amid an unprecedented pandemic and social justice uprisings — millions gathered virtually to call for systemic and structural reform. This is a testament to the collective power and passion of Americans fighting against racial discrimination,” said Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP. “The nation is once again at an inflection point. We stood, and continue to stand united in our loud, bold call for equity, justice, and equal opportunity for all.”

In addition to the riveting remarks

from politicians and activists, viewers were entertained and inspired by an appearance by Sheryl Underwood, a video of I Can’t Breathe by H.E.R., and performances from Bebe Winans, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Lisa Ramey, Burna Boy and many others. The evening was hosted by April Ryan, White House Correspondent for the Urban Radio Network, and was simulcast on multiple digital and streaming platforms including Bounce TV, TVOne, ABC, Roku, and Hulu.

Highlights from the 2020 Virtual March on Washington:  “We are equal, we deserve equal protection under the law and we will declare at the ballot box that Black Lives Matter.”  Derrick Johnson, NAACP President and CEO  “Thanks to the activism of countless

NAACP ISSUES REBUKE Facebook’s recent failure to extinguish the self-proclaimed militia groups organizing on its platform, including a group called the Kenosha Guard, is why we started the #StopHateForProfit campaign. The lack of policies and enforcement put forth by Facebook to stem the growing tide of hate groups on its platform continues to make space for white supremacists, xenophobia, and racism to run rampant with vitriolic disinformation about the state of events taking place in this country.

Facebook has made it abundantly clear that it has no interest in protecting the public in which it serves, nor does

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young people… the movement for justice goes on, taking our nation ever closer to a more perfect union, for which John [Lewis] sacrificed and fought.”  Speaker Nancy Pelosi  “I know forward together Black, and white, and brown, and red, and yellow, and gay and straights, and every color and every creed, and every race and every geography, we can shake and reshape the very foundation of this nation.”  Rev. William Barber II, cochair of The Poor People’s Campaign  “We must all understand that we’re in this together; we share one destiny.

Today, again, we must herald the call for our community to show unity, exercise our strength and our power, to bend that arc of that moral universe toward justice.”  Sen. Cory Booker  “Commitment is what we’ll need to

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it seek to be proactive in its stance against hate groups. The slow, reactive, and insufficient measures Facebook has taken are not yet enough to protect lives or understand the gravitas of the moment.

Time and again, Mark Zuckerberg and the Facebook team have missed critical opportunities to adopt safety measures and take necessary precautions to ensure online rhetoric does not lead to unprovoked attacks. Facebook has failed, once again, in its charge to be a good steward of the public’s trust in its platform.

The world is at an inflection point, and

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fight against violent white supremacy, to fight against police violence against unarmed African-Americans, to fight against voter suppression, and to fight against educational and economic inequality. This year, the premier way in which we express our commitment to our own liberation must be by exercising our right to vote.” — Sherrilyn Ifill, President and Director-Counsel of the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.  “It’s up to us to fight back and save our fragile democracy. No one can sit on the sidelines. First we all have the right to be counted in the 2020 census and we need to be counted. Our power depends on it. We have limited time and the impact is going to last the next decade. So if you haven’t already, fill yours out today at 2020census.gov.”  Vanita Gupta, President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights  “We can and should celebrate the centennial of the 19th amendment, the 150-year history of the 15th amendment, and the 57th anniversary of the March on Washington, but we must do so with a tacit acknowledgment of the complex nature of progress… for too long in our history, we have battled sexism within a fight against racial injustice and racism embedded in the fight against gender discrimination.”  Stacey Abrams

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Facebook has only continued to put forth veiled apologies for its role in spurring the life-threatening climate on and off its platform. These apologies are meant to protect profits over people.

Facebook must recognize the severity of where we are as a nation and rise to meet the demands of the moment.

If it does not, we will continue to see violence and injustice move within the silos of the platform until there is an explosion of violence at the hands of extremists, once again.

our demands by visiting, naacp.org.

The NAACP and partners have responded to Facebook’s failure to act in the past. You can learn more about

NYC MAYOR Announces New Commitments To BLACK ENTREPRENEURSHIP (cont'd from cover) more customers and growing their sales.

In this current moment, where virtual storefronts and e-commerce are more important than ever, Mastercard will join New York City in its efforts, helping to ensure that Black entrepreneurs survive and thrive in a post-COVID economy by providing the resources they need and deserve to launch and maintain their business, as well as expand and improve their online presence.

This includes:  Delivering tailored business education and mentorship designed exclusively with and for the Black business community of NYC to address the challenges they face, including the ability to reach and sell to customers online.

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 Providing access to the Mastercard Main Street Resource Center including its suite of services and Digital Doors™ initiative, to further provide the digital tools needed to run their business.  Helping Black entrepreneurs establish virtual storefronts and providing effective cyber-security safeguards at no cost.

“It’s time to acknowledge that starting and growing a business is hard enough without the additional challenges of a system that feels built to hold you back,” said Ajay Banga, Chief Executive Officer of Mastercard. “We have to stack the deck in favor of success for everyone. That means doing our part in pulling down the road blocks and giving NYC’s Black-owned

businesses the tools and resources they need to take hold of the opportunities before them now and the power to grow and thrive into tomorrow. Joining Mayor de Blasio and Commissioner Doris in this effort is just one way we can help level the playing field and close the digital divide so that the digital economy really can benefit everyone, everywhere.”

“BLACK ENTREPRENEURS FACE OUTSIZED CHALLENGES IN ACCESSING THE RESOURCES, NETWORK AND CAPITAL THEY NEED TO THRIVE.”

 Asahi Pompey President of the Goldman Sachs Foundation Global Head of Corporate Engagement

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LAUNCHING A BE NYC ACCELERATOR Through an initial $3 million investment of capital and operating funds from the City Council, the Brooklyn Navy Yard, The Young Men's Initiative, and SBS will launch a BE NYC accelerator to help cultivate businesses for the economy of tomorrow. This effort will include meeting space and technical assistance focusing on launching and growing local Black-owned businesses. The Brooklyn Navy Yard will identify partners to build out the space, curate an active community and product programming for

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HEN 2020 BEGAN, few could

have imagined what this year would entail. From COVID-19 to racial injustice and civil uprisings to protecting our elections’ integrity, if there ever was a time that underscored the importance of collective action, and the significance of activism, it is now. As a community, we’ve had to forge together, uplift our shared goals of dismantling systemic racism, achieve racial equity, and create a pathway forward in the wake of lacking leadership.

At the NAACP, our history and legacy dictate that we’ve overcome moments like this repeatedly. Because of supporters, activists, and partners that undergird the work we do day-in and day-out, we’re able to keep the community informed, uplifted, and marching toward the long arc of justice.

While we’ve had to adjust how we organize, mobilize and prioritize our fight for justice, we haven’t lost sight of the real power that lives within these movements—the people. The programs and initiatives we’ve executed this year have made an impact because of your support.

These include:  Developing thousands of black youth through high academic and cultural achievement programs like ACT-SO  Advocating for smarter, results-based criminal justice policies to keep our communities safe  Supporting our efforts in training community leadership in addressing the human and civil rights issue of climate change, which has had a disproportionate impact on communities of color and low-income communities in the United States and around the world  Supporting and raising awareness for political, educational, social and economic equality for communities of color in the electoral and legislative process In these challenging times, social justice and human rights advocacy require robust engagement in fighting systemic racism and oppression against Black and Brown communities. In our pursuit of justice for Black people, eliminating discrimination is critical to creating a better world.

The generous contributions we’ve

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received from businesses and countless others fuel the fight against all forms of bigotry, racism, violence, and subjugation is a step in the right direction. The work to upend the dark underbelly of discrimination within this country and around the world demands engagement from all people, sectors, and industries. This moment goes beyond financial responsibility and impresses all of us to ensure the Black community’s political and social prosperity.

As our community simultaneously

battles two pandemics – the coronavirus outbreak and the ongoing surge of Jim Crow era racism – we bear witness to a new civil rights movement. And as we lead this new movement – one that centers the Black community and the Black agenda – we’re counting on you to help us build the nation we deserve.

The NAACP has and will continue to invest contributions into our community through economic empowerment programs, youth development, voting rights protections, and social justice reform.

NYC MAYOR Announces New Commitments To BLACK ENTREPRENEURSHIP participants.

“The Brooklyn Navy Yard continues to invest in initiatives that address the need for racial equity including expanded access and resources for underserved communities,” said David Ehrenberg, President & CEO of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation. “The BE NYC accelerator will directly support Black entrepreneurs as the Yard continues to do its part to rebuild and reshape the City's economy — one that values and celebrates the contributions of women and our Black and Brown neighbors.

We thank the de Blasio administration for

including us as we re-envision the future of the business community in New York City.”

“As Black entrepreneurs, we know firsthand the sacrifice and determination needed to start a business or work in a corporate office and understand the challenges our community faces as they embark on that journey,” said the BE NYC Cabinet. “The BE NYC initiative not only highlights the barriers in a milestone report, but also actively works to dismantle them through innovative, collaborative solutions. We know that eradicating a system built on hate can only be done through partnership and we are

delighted with this incredible opportunity to help shape the future of Black business and the future of NYC.” “Addressing the wealth gap cannot be accomplished without addressing the longstanding inequities in Black communities, particularly the lack of access to financial services that have barred Black entrepreneurs from competing on a level playing field. I applaud the Mayor and SBS for utilizing public-private partnerships to drive BE NYC’s mission in fostering a black business community that has more access to the resources required to thrive,”

said Congressman Gregory W. Meeks.

“The COVID-19 public health emergency has exacerbated existing racial economic disparities in our city and throughout the country,” said Senator Leroy Comrie. “Black entrepreneurs in SD14 and throughout the city want to be heard and they want access to the capital and resources that historically have not been afforded to them. I commend the Mayor and Commissioner for their commitment to this initiative and the broader issue of reducing the Black wealth gap.”

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Census takers are now visiting neighborhoods to help households respond to the 2020 Census. They will be wearing masks and following local safety guidelines. An undercounted community can miss out on billions of dollars in public funding each year, so don’t miss the chance to have an impact. It’s not too late.

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ENTER TAINMENT B E T Digital Pre sents “ B L AC K A M E R I C A VOT E S : H B C U ST U D E N T S I N T E R V I E W S E N . K A M A L A H A R R I S ”  with HBCU Student Leaders from Spelman College, North Carolina A&T University, Hampton University, Tuskegee University and Howard University. Hosted by Emmynominated actor, producer, and media personality Terrence J Watch, post and share the exclusive BET Digital News Special via: https://www.bet. com/video/news/politics/2020/ kamala-harris-interview-hbcustudents-2020-election-video.html (Black PR Wire) NEW YORK-(BUSINESS WIRE) -- On the heels of the first-ever National Black Voter Day launched by BET’s nonpartisan #ReclaimYourVote campaign, BET Digital will stream an exclusive conversation with Senator Kamala Harris, the Democratic Vice Presidential nominee with students and youth activists from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Hosted by Emmynominated actor, producer, and media personality Terrence J, the virtual dialog “Black America Votes: HBCU Students Interview Sen. Kamala Harris” will feature political discourse between Sen. Harris and a cohort of student leaders including a student body president, editor-inchief of a student newspaper, and a president of young Democrats; representing the often unheard millennial voice for many first-time voters in the most significant election in a generation. The BET Digital news

(Tuskegee, Alabama).

For more information, go to www. bet.com and join the conversation on social media by logging on to BET social media platforms and using the hashtags: #ReclaimYourVote #BETVote and by following us @BET, @BETVote, and @ BETNews.

special streams today on National Voter Registration Day, across BET’s digital platforms: BET.com, BET’s Facebook pages including BET, BET News and BET Her. Clips from the special will also be shared to BET’s Twitter accounts. The news special will address issues that are front and center on these students’ respective campuses.

The panelists will consist of various HBCU students across critical states that are vital to the November election, including Sen. Harris’s alma mater Howard University (Washington, DC), Spelman College (Atlanta, GA), North Carolina A&T University (Greensboro, NC), Hampton University (Hampton, Virginia), and Tuskegee University

ABOU T BE T  BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news, and public affairs television programming for the African American audience.

The primary BET channel is in 90 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa, and France. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions including BET. com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s growing festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

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TARAJI P. HENSON turns 50:

“ I T ’ S S U P P O S E D TO B E OV E R F O R M E… B U T H E R E I A M !”

“It’s supposed to be over for me…but here I am. I’m a late bloomer, and I’m okay with that. Know why? Late bloomers last looong,” the Academy

Award-winning Taraji P. Henson, now at the golden age of 50, told W Magazine when reflecting on her age and career.

The gorgeous, hilarious, bold, confident, and motivated Henson will never claim that any of her success was achieved without hard work and commitment to her dream. Henson was absolutely killing it in the days of Empire, her ground-breaking role in Hidden Figures and she continues to headline in movies like What Men Want, Proud Mary, The Best of Enemies, and Coffeee and Kareem.

She keeps it 100 about her decision to continue to pursue acting even when she had a child at a relatively young age. “People thought I was crazy, but being a mom early enhanced my talent. It opened up a side of me that I didn’t know I had, that sense of duty and protection, and it kept me

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grounded in Hollywood. I’m still that young, vivacious girl, but I have the wisdom of a woman. Now I can go to the clubs and know my limit. I’m not

underprivileged female following in her footsteps. From the beginning, Henson faced setback after setback.

In her teen years, Henson auditioned

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throwing up…I’m not going home with some fool,” she said.

for a performing arts school but was denied.

Born into a family located in the dark and dangerous parts of Washington, D.C., Henson stepped up and created a name and legacy for herself.

Her story has the potential to light a fire of inspiration inside of every

After completing school at Oxon Hill High School, she continued her journey to becoming an educated woman at a college in North Carolina.

Henson then faced another trial as she failed out of pre-calculus and

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transferred to Howard University to study theatre on her own dime.

While working two jobs to pay for her classes, Henson juggled jobs, her dreams, and her then newborn son.

At this point in her career, Henson was majoring in theatre and was working a second job as a performer on a cruise ship, all while completing her regular college courses as a junior. Although the life she was pursuing for herself was already physically, mentally, and financially demanding, she insists on keeping the baby and persevered through her last year of college.

By earning her college diploma in 1995, Henson became a role model to a variety of young girls that will one day learn about her selfless act of bravery.

Now, Henson is on the “Who’s Who” of Hollywood. She’s also engaged and living her best life both in front and behind the camera. So when she thinks about being 50, the beautiful Henson is all smiles.

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ENTER TAINMENT i H e a r t M e d ia And C H A R L A M A G N E T H A G O D L a u n c h Black Effect Podcast Network iHeartMedia, the No. 1 commercial podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and Charlamagne Tha God, one of the most influential and authoritative voices in media, announced today a historic joint venture partnership to launch The Black Effect Podcast Network.

The Black Effect Podcast Network is positioned to become the world’s largest podcast publisher dedicated to Black listeners, bringing together the most influential and trusted voices in black culture for stimulating conversations around social justice, pop culture, sports, mental health, news, comedy and more.

and everywhere podcasts are available.

Additionally, Charlamagne’s wildly popular, co-anchored, nationally syndicated radio show, “The Breakfast Club,” will bring its replay podcast to The Black Effect Podcast Network as its flagship show, effective immediately. With over 4.5 million weekly listeners, “The Breakfast Club” has become

All shows on The Black Effect Podcast Network will be distributed through the iHeartPodcast Network which is home to more than 750 original podcasts. With over 225 million downloads each month, iHeartRadio is the leading podcast publisher according to Podtrac, with a substantial lead over the next largest commercial podcaster. iHeartPodcasts span every category

The Black Effect Podcast Network launch lineup will include:  “Drink Champs” with N.O.R.E and DJ EFN  “All The Smoke” with Matt Barnes  “The 85 South Show” with Karlous Miller, DC Young Fly and Clayton English  “Whoreible Decisions” with Mandii B and Weezy

from business, sports, spirituality and technology to entertainment, family, comedy and true crime – and everything in between – making iHeartRadio the largest publisher of podcast content in the world. iHeartPodcasts are distributed on all major podcast platforms, including the iHeartRadio app.

PepsiCo Beverages, in collaboration with its agency partner OMD, has signed on as an inaugural partner of The Black Effect Podcast Network with others to be announced. “We knew we wanted to support this groundbreaking partnership as soon as Charlamagne and iHeart shared their vision for the network. This opportunity connects our brands to consumers through the newer trusted medium of podcasting, and more importantly, supports the overall PepsiCo strategic initiative to invest in Black communities and support diverse voices,” said Katie Haniffy, PepsiCo Beverages Head of Media. “We’ve had the pleasure of collaborating with Charlamagne in the past and look forward to our continued partnership with him and iHeartMedia on this incredibly exciting venture.”

 “Dropping Gems” with Devi Brown  “Holding Court” with Eboni K. Williams  “Carefully Reckless” with Jess Hilarious  “Street Politicians” with Tamika Mallory and Mysonne  “Hot Happy Mess” with Zuri Hall  “Untitled” with Bonang Matheba  “Hello Somebody” with Senator Nina Turner  “P.O.D.” with Ashley and Tammy  “Straight Shot No Chaser” with Tezlyn Figaro  “Laugh and Learn” with Flame Monroe (executive produced by Tiffany Haddish)  “Checking In” with Michelle Williams  “Cut To It” with Steven Smith Sr.  “No Ceilings” with Glasses Malone  “Gangster Chronicles” with MC EIHT, Reggie Wright Jr. and James McDonald

The multi-genre venture will feature a luminous roster of marquee talent and culture-shifting voices committed to enlightening, educating and entertaining audiences curated by Charlamagne himself. The programming will provide a bridge to understanding information and interaction rooted in diverse perspectives.

“Blackness has an immediate, culture shifting effect on everything,” said Charlamagne. “Blackness controls the cool. Blackness is the culture, but Black Voices are not monolithic. The only way to appreciate the diversity of thought and experiences in Black culture is to build a platform for those voices to be heard. Unapologetically Black experiences, unapologetically Black thought, unapologetically Black ideas. Black, Black, Blackity Black, Black, Black, Black. Everything Black. Black Everything. The vision for The Black Effect is to amplify, elevate, and empower emerging and established talent. Our goal is to shift the narrative from Black creators signing transactional deals, to instead forming legacy partnerships that build generational wealth while allowing each creative to have an equitable stake in their future. As a long-time partner of iHeart, it’s an honor to make history with them.”

The Black Effect Podcast Network creatives will include comedian/ actress Jess Hilarious, Social Justice Activist Tamika Mallory, American attorney and TV Host Eboni K. Williams and many more.

The Black Effect Podcast Network has also partnered with other widely successful podcasts like “All The Smoke,” “Drink Champs” and “The 85 South Show,” and will debut with 18 podcasts this fall on iHeartRadio

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the most sought after media destination for A-list talent and influential thought leaders.

“As our country’s number one audio company and podcaster, we have both the responsibility and the opportunity to give new voices a massive audience platform for creativity and innovation—and for important ideas that need to be heard,” said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia.

“Charlamagne Tha God is an unparalleled multi-platform creator whose impact extends across radio, digital, social, TV, events and podcasts. He is uniquely qualified to bring The Black Effect Podcast Network to life, and we are lucky and honored to be his chosen partner and to continue our successful partnership of over a decade in this exciting and fastgrowing arena.”

The Black Effect Podcast Network will also produce exciting limited series podcasts in conjunction with various high wattage creators and talent, musical artists, actors, actresses, sports and literary superstars to support their upcoming films, music releases and related projects.

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Fans can go to iHeart.com/apps to download and listen on all their favorite devices — including smart speakers, digital auto dashes, tablets, wearables, smartphones, virtual assistants, televisions, gaming consoles and more.

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O W N S e t s N e w S e r i e s F r o m W i l l Pac k e r & C a r lo s K i n g

OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network has lined up two new unscripted series for fall — Put A Ring On It, from Ready For Love producers Will Packer and Lighthearted Entertainment, and Behind Every Man, from Carlos King and Kingdom Reign Entertainment — and is expanding its unscripted programming roster to two nights, Friday and Saturday, beginning in October.

Saturday has been OWN’s night for original unscripted programming since 2012. The expansion will convert Friday night, where the cable network had been airing acquired programming, including newsmagazines like 48 Hours and 20/20 and movies, into a second night of unscripted originals.

The new schedule begins Friday, October 23 with a new season of Packer’s Ready To Love dating show at 9 PM ET/PT. Appropriate for the coronavirus era, season 2 will follow singles looking for lasting love while quarantined together at a secluded mountain resort. The series premiere of Packer’s Put A Ring On It will follow at 10 PM ET/PT. In the series, long time couples embark on the ultimate social experiment to discover if they’re truly meant to be by dating other people.

Saturday nights will kick off on October 31 with the Season 7 premiere of Iyanla: Fix My Life featuring spiritual life coach and

best-selling author and executive producer, Iyanla Vanzant. It will debut with a two-hour episode from 9-11 PM ET/PT. The following week on Saturday, November 7, King’s new series Behind Every Man premieres at 10 PM ET/PT. Behind Every Man shines the spotlight on the women behind famous men we look up to and admire, focusing on the passions, struggles and sacrifices they have made to support the men they love.

“Expanding to two nights with our unscripted shows gives our loyal viewers even more of the programming they’re super passionate about,” said Tina Perry, president OWN. “Over the years, OWN has established Saturday nights as the leading destination for Black women focusing on unscripted programs in the love and relationship space and we look forward to continuing that momentum on Friday nights this fall.”

OWN’s fall unscripted programming premiere lineup and new series descriptions follow below.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23  9 PM — Ready to Love  10 PM –Put A Ring on It  9-11 PM — Iyanla: Fix My Life (special two-hour premiere) SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7  10-11 PM — Behind Every Man (follows Iyanla: Fix My Life in its

regular 9-10 PM time slot)  Put a Ring on It — Will Packer’s newest unscripted relationship series “Put A Ring on It” follows three longtime couples, with help from master relationship coach Dr. Nicole LaBeach, who embark on the ultimate

Behind Every Man –From producer Carlos King and Kingdom Reign Entertainment and hosted by “Love & Marriage: Huntsville” star Melody Holt, “Behind Every Man” celebrates the women behind famous men we look up to and admire, focusing on

relationship test. From week to week the couples are pushed outside their comfort zones to confront the question they’ve been too afraid to ask: is this their happily ever after?

The couples will finally find out if they are truly meant to be together by dating other people, and in so doing they’ll discover if there’s a love connection they’ve been missing all along. Will they decide it’s time to go their separate ways, or is it finally time to put a ring on it? “Put A Ring on It” is produced by Will Packer Media and Lighthearted Entertainment.

the passions, struggles and sacrifices they have made to support the men they love, whose lives are lived in the spotlight. Featured couples include Tammy and Kirk Franklin; singersongwriter Ne-Yo and his wife Crystal Smith; Big Sean and his mother Myra Anderson, plus Lamar Odom and his fiancé Sabrina Parr, Usher and his mother Jonnetta Patton and many more. “Behind Every Man” is produced by Kingdom Reign Entertainment and LostNThought Productions.

Detroit Brand Offers BLACK LIVES MATTER Clothing VISIBLY BLACK is continuing to celebrate African American culture by unveiling and offering its latest apparel line: the Black Lives Matter collection. During these tumultuous times, pro-black culture has reached a fever pitch, with more and more African Americans becoming aware of who and what they support.

Voted the top urban T-shirt brand and featured in numerous black media outlets, Visibly Black gives those looking to spread awareness a chance to do so with fashion. The new line features numerous Black Lives Matter shirts, Black Lives Matter hats and Black Lives Matter hoodies.

"Today, at a time when it’s more

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important than ever to let the world know where you stand in the fight against police brutality and systemic racism, Visibly Black now offers numerous Black Lives Matter t-shirts and hoodies that not only broadcast strong messages, but were created with the intent of giving back to charity," commented a

spokesperson of Visibly Black.

"Bail funds, the larger Black Lives Matter movement, and communitydriven organizations like Reclaim The Block are all on the receiving ends of donations when consumers purchase these items from Visibly Black."

Shoppers can find the perfect clothing to “state where they

to

Customers Worldwide

stand”, a phrase often used by the company, from the Black Lives Matter-led clothing line in the Parkers Alley shopping mall in Downtown Detroit, or on its website at visiblyblack.com. The Black Lives Matter clothing line is made possible via partnership with Leighton Industries, a venture capital and consulting company investing in diverse businesses in the United States.

Visibly Black’s clothing collections feature a selection of products and gifts from African Americanfounded brands in the Metro Detroit area including BLACKAZA and I Love You Melanin®, among others. The company considers itself a lifestyle product organization whose mission is to encourage black people to proudly represent their culture, and heritage. And, to intervene in violence inflicted on Black communities by the state and vigilantes.

“Our mission is to build a brand that embodies the cultural values that we want to see in the world,”

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a spokesperson of Visibly Black stated. “With the Black Lives Matter collection, we’re taking this a step further and giving consumers across the country an opportunity to discover and support black-led small business brands.”

In addition to its Black Lives Matter clothing line, the company has a plentiful selection of graphic tees, hoodies, hats, pins and even patches with slogans and images promoting being black and the problack movement.

Visibly Black is a leading specialty retailer headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, that offers high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products at affordable prices. Visibly Black is proud of African American heritage, and the unique role it plays in American culture and tradition. Visibly Black ships to 81 countries worldwide through its websites.

For more information, please visit www.visiblyblack.com. For media inquiries, please contact support@visiblyblack.com.

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TMobile Launches PROJECT 10 MILLION Aimed With the need for equitable access to the internet more crucial than ever, T-Mobile has zeroed in on a bold goal: helping every single unconnected student in the U.S. get access to the internet connectivity they need to learn. In a video today, T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert announced that the Un-carrier’s $10.7 billion Project 10Million commitment is taking a big step toward accomplishing this vision. The program is now live and available to school districts.

out of learning.

To address this urgent need, the Un-carrier has expanded Project 10Million by allowing participating school districts to apply the value of the free program to one of two new plans with MORE data. Schools can choose a

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with plans that offer more data. As the supercharged Un-carrier, we now have the resources and network capacity to deliver reliable connectivity to students across the U.S. — and to tackle the critical homework gap and the schoolwork gap head-on!”

But T-Mobile didn’t stop there. In response to the unique learning challenges students are experiencing in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Un-carrier is expanding Project 10Million by giving school districts additional plan options with more data to best meet their students’ current needs.

T-Mobile previously committed to kick off Project 10Million once its merger with Sprint was complete, and now, as the supercharged Un-carrier, it is following through on that promise and putting its combined resources and network capacity to work. Through Project 10Million, T-Mobile is addressing the persistent homework gap experienced by more than 9 million children across the country who are unable to get online to complete at-home assignments. Project 10Million offers free wireless hotspots, up to 100GB per year of free high-speed data, and access to at-cost tablets and laptops, or the equivalent value of approximately $500 annually per student household.

Additionally, as COVID-19 forces up to 50 million students out of the physical classroom and into part- or full-time remote learning, the need for connectivity and greater bandwidth has dramatically increased. What was a homework gap has turned into an even more massive schoolwork gap, when students without internet access are completely left

L E T ' S TA L K INNOVATION

Following the success of its 1st annual innovation conference held in Boca Raton, FL, Let’s Talk Innovation is proud to announce that Beatrice Dixon, CEO of The Honey Pot Company, will headline its 2020 Innovation conference on September 30th.

Dixon, the founder of the wildly popular plant-based feminine care line The Honey Pot Company, is 1 of less than 1% of women of color who have raised $1 million in venture capital. She found her story making headlines after appearing in a Target commercial where she spoke about her product and how she hoped to inspire little girls of color to create their own businesses.

When the commercial aired Dixon began receiving online harassment and a flood of negative reviews on her Trustpilot page due to her comments which in turn mobilized an army of supporters to back the brand and flood the page with positive reviews causing the brand to go viral.

Let’s Talk attendees can expect to hear Dixon speak about the road to raising venture capital, creating a sustainable brand, scaling your business and more.

Dixon joins several other powerhouse speakers at Let’s Talk including CEO of Code Newbie, Saron Yitbarek; CEO of Grovest, Jeff Miller; CEO of Quartz Water Source, Jonathan Quarles; CEO of USDV Capital, Todd Billings; Media Strategist, Serena Spates; and VP of Gelt Financial Noah

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100GB per month option or a fully unlimited plan. The best part is that every district gets free wireless hotspots and access to at-cost laptops and tablets, and they have the flexibility to pick the solution that works best for their district. And it’s all still free to students. Interested school districts can sign up today at www.t-mobile.com/p10m.

“Education is the great leveler, but without internet access, kids will be left behind.

T-Mobile has a big goal – to deliver connectivity to every child who needs it across the U.S. Starting now with our historic Project 10Million commitment, we’re going to help open A LOT of doors to opportunity that might have previously been closed,” said T-Mobile CEO Mike Sievert. “This issue is even more critical as the COVID-19 pandemic has completely shifted learning for many from the classroom to online. Big issues need big solutions, and that’s exactly why we’re not just launching but significantly enhancing Project 10Million and giving flexibility to educators so they can best address the unique needs of their students

As classroom learning continues to shift to online learning, the need for internet connectivity is growing. It’s a problem T-Mobile has been working on closely with schools, state governments and technology partners since the pandemic started.

The expanded reach and capacity of T-Mobile’s network plays a crucial role in the Un-carrier’s ability to make reliable connectivity truly accessible to students across the U.S. This includes those in urban centers as well as under-served areas like rural America, where 1.7 million households do not have high-speed home internet service. Future Project 10Million recipients will also benefit from T-Mobile’s expanded 5G over time with faster speeds and even broader coverage.

Project 10Million builds on T-Mobile’s — and Sprint’s — long-standing focus on education and connecting students. Prior to merging in April 2020 and before the COVID-19 pandemic, T-Mobile and Sprint had already connected nearly half a million students, and as COVID-19 started to impact

the

Homework Gap

schools, the combined company stepped up its efforts. Since March 2020, T-Mobile has connected over 1.6 million students in more than 3,100 school districts across the country. This includes the company’s part in New York City’s plan to connect more than 350,000 students with iPads and data when classes resume virtually. And the Un-carrier has partnered with the California Department of Education and Apple to connect up to another 1 million students as schools across the state prepare to start the next school year virtually.

“Since the start of the pandemic, T-Mobile and Sprint have worked hand-in-hand with school districts, state governments and technology partners to bring connectivity solutions to those who need it most, connecting more than 1.6 million students in less than six months,” said Mike Katz, executive vice president of T-Mobile for Business. “During the pandemic, we’ve had countless conversations with school districts and educators. We’ve consistently heard that they need more options that fit the unique needs of their students. We have expanded Project 10Million to tap into T-Mobile’s network resources and capacity, and take our support of educators and students to a whole new level. We’re going to make a HUGE difference for millions of students!”

Project 10Million is the third and final component of the Un-carrier 1.0 5G for Good commitments that the company announced before its merger with Sprint was approved. Since the completion of the merger, the company has now launched all three commitments, which also include Connecting Heroes and T-Mobile Connect.

For more information about Project 10Million, or to sign up a school district for the program, go to t-mobile.com/p10m.

Miller.

“Through dynamic keynote, panel and fireside discussion topics, Let’s Talk provides a platform that encourages job creation, sustainable growth, business development, social impact, and investment,” said Serena Spates, content strategist and Let’s Talk moderator “It’s a one-stop-shop to make genuine business development connections. It’s really a dream come true for companies and entrepreneurs.”

Let’s Talk, originally planned to be held at Florida Atlantic University, will now be held virtually. Attendees will get a chance to interact with the speakers during the conference. They’ll be able to submit comments and questions that the speakers can address on the spot. “We really see it as a huge opportunity that we can now welcome attendees from all over the world.

Our goal is to build a bridge between investors and the business communities that will help cultivate innovation and business development opportunities,” said Christopher Redding, CEO, and founder.

“We’re excited to bring something new that will enhance partnerships through collaboration within those communities.

Coming together to create new avenues and ways of solving problems is what it’s all about.”

Those interested in attending on September 30th can visit Letstalkinnovation.co to register and read more about each of the panelists.

Let's Talk is the world's first multi-industry

innovation conference featuring some of the most influential entrepreneurs and industry experts. Global leaders in healthcare, technology, real estate, media and more all come together to discuss sustainability, economics, investments, and industry innovation.

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Let’s Talk also supports youth entrepreneurship through Future Leaders, an entrepreneur incubator program for kids and young adults. Future Leaders allows youth to develop business models through interactive mentorship and exposure at the Let’s Talk Conference.

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HE ALTH Study shows decline in awareness, treatment and control of HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE After nearly 15 years on an upward trend, awareness among Americans about high blood pressure and how to control and treat it is now on the decline, according to a new study.

Even with the help of blood pressure medications, some groups, including older adults, are less likely than they were in earlier years to adequately control their blood pressure, the research found.

The study, funded by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the National Institutes of Health, appeared online on Sept.

9 in JAMA. The authors say the trend could make long-standing efforts to fight heart disease and stroke—leading causes of death in the United States— even more challenging. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a major risk factor for heart disease.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 108 million Americans have hypertension, with a blood pressure reading of 130/80 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or higher or are taking medication for their blood pressure, but only 27 million are considered to have their blood pressure under control, despite it being a condition that can be managed.

“Reversing this decline is important because we don’t want to lose public health achievements built over prior decades,” said Lawrence Fine, M.D., chief of the Clinical Applications and Prevention Branch at NHLBI and a study co-author. “It is a challenge for the scientific community to investigate the causes of this unexpected downward trend, but developing more effective strategies to reverse and substantially improve blood pressure control is critical for the health of many Americans.”

The study included 18,262 U.S. adults

age 18 and older, with high blood pressure. The definition of hypertension at the time of the study was defined by a blood pressure reading of 140/90 mm Hg or higher or by treating the condition with blood pressure medications.

Participants with a blood pressure reading of less than 140/90 mm Hg were categorized as having controlled blood pressure.

With data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) taken between 1999 and 2018, the study authors looked at 20-year trends in high blood pressure awareness and treatment and blood pressure control. The CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics conducts NHANES. At the beginning of the survey, participants had their blood pressure measured three times, then averaged.

Participants answered yes or no when asked if their doctors told them they had high blood pressure and if they currently took prescribed medication for high blood pressure.

The authors found that in 1999-2000, just 70% of participants showed an awareness of their condition. That number increased steadily to 85% in 2013-2014, but declined to 77% in 2017-2018. Of those “aware” adults, the number who also were taking blood pressure medications remained relatively consistent—85% in 19992000, 89% in 2013-2014, and 88% in 2017-2018.

“The reversal in hypertension awareness is a real set back in the fight to reduce heart disease and stroke,” said Paul Muntner, Ph.D., the lead study author who also is professor and Associate Dean for Research in the School of Public Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

“While lifestyle factors are big contributors to hypertension, awareness

and appropriate treatment are key to lowering blood pressure and keeping it in a healthy range to greatly reduce the risk for heart disease and stroke.”

Of all adults with high blood pressure, the number who managed to control their condition increased from 32% in 1999-2000 to 54% in 2013-2014, but then declined to 44% in 2017-2018.

Of those adults with controlled blood pressure, the number taking blood pressure medication increased from 53% in 1999-2000 to 72% in 20132014, then declined to 65% in 20172018.

These observations, Muntner said, underscore the importance of continuity of care, including having a usual source of care and regularly scheduled healthcare visits that could increase high blood pressure awareness and treatment and blood pressure control among adults.

Between 2015 to 2018, adults age 60 and older, as well as Black Americans as a group, were less likely than adults ages 18 to 44 and whites as a group to have controlled blood pressure. But participants with Medicaid as their health insurance were more likely to have their blood pressure under control than those without health insurance.

There are several effective approaches to combat high blood pressure.

“Educating patients and providers on blood pressure goals, adding effective blood pressure medications when lifestyle changes aren’t enough, and reducing barriers to achieve high medication adherence in a variety of clinical practice settings are just a few strategies that may facilitate increases in blood pressure control rates and reduce health disparities we identified in the current study," added Muntner.

About the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI): NHLBI is the global leader in conducting and supporting research in heart, lung, and blood diseases and sleep disorders that advances scientific knowledge, improves public health, and saves lives. For more information, visit www.nhlbi.nih.gov.

About the National Institutes of Health (NIH): NIH, the nation's medical research agency, includes 27 Institutes and Centers and is a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH is the primary federal agency conducting and supporting basic, clinical, and translational medical research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information about NIH and its programs, visit www.nih.gov.

DIABETES and Your FEET: What You Don’ t Know Will Hurt You

There is no doubt that diabetes is a global epidemic of epic proportions– especially amongst people of color.

Diabetes, or hyperglycemia, is high blood glucose.

According to the Center for Disease Control, 13.2% and 12.2% of women and men respectively African-Americans worldwide with having the second highest incidence of diabetes. AmericanIndians lead amongst all racial groups

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with 15.3% of American Indian women being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Also by 2050, 1 in 3 people will have type 2 if the current trends continue.

“Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and is triggered by a combination of unchangeable factors, such as family history and race, and controllable factors, such as obesity and inactivity," according to the Mayo Clinic.

"It’s also the seventh leading cause of

death in the United States, according to 2007 data, and is the leading cause of leg and foot amputations, kidney failure and new cases of blindness in adults under age 75,” according to the CDC. People are living longer and an aging population and the growth of minority populations are expected to add to the disease’s prevalence. Because of that most Unfortunately African-Americans, Latinos, Native Americans and Asians and Pacific Islanders are also at high risk of developing diabetes.

“Advances in medicine, which may help people with the disease live longer, and better detection of diabetes are other reasons why its prevalence could dramatically increase by 2050," she said. "Right now, 24 million Americans have Type 2 diabetes, but a quarter of them don’t know it, according to the CDC.”

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Diabetes when uncontrolled can be problematic. If blood sugar levels are not normalized in a diabetic, the body may have trouble fending off infections due to decreased functioning of the mmune system. This can affect the feet in particular due to peripheral artery disease (lack of circulation) and peripheral neuropathy (loss of feeling).

As a result of diabetes, the feet may become susceptible to a slew of problems, such as ulcers and wounds that do not heal properly, fungal infections, ingrown or brittle toenails, corns, calluses, hammertoes, athlete’s foot, and cracked or dry skin. Gangrene, or dead tissue, can develop, causing bacterial infections that may result in amputation of the affected areas. Even everyday activities such as walking can cause issues in the feet of a diabetic, as the bones, joints, and skin are affected by the condition.

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END NO TE S 6.6 Million Viewers Tuned (Black PR Wire) NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BET adds two more hit series to its winning Wednesday line up, with Tyler Perry’s new sitcoms, “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” and “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living.” Executive Produced by Tyler Perry, BET’s new original series swoops into ratings success on its debut night, grossing 6.6 Million viewers P2+ during

premiere night across premieres and encores (simulcast across BET and BET Her on 9/2/20)*. “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” grew across every quarterhour, peaking in the final quarter-hour (.592 P18-49 rating). The two-hour television event delivered the four most social primetime cable comedy episodes of the day on social media.** “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” and “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living” occupied the #1 and #2 spots for Program social video views (excluding Sports and News & Talk), posting over 4M streams collectively.** New episodes of “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” and “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living.” air Wednesdays starting at 9 PM ET/PT on BET and BET Her. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/ news/home/20200904005367/en/ The P2+ numbers across the BET and BET Her simulcast are the following:  For “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne”  Episode one premiere telecast: .513 P18-49 rating, 961 K total viewers P2+ (Simulcast across BET and BET Her); .483 P18-49 rating, and 922 K total viewers P2+ (on BET alone)  Episode two premiere telecast: .612 P18-49 rating, 1126 K total viewers P2+ (Simulcast across BET and BET Her); .587

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P18-49 rating, and 1087 K total viewers P2+ (on BET alone)  For “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living.”  Episode one premiere telecast: .598 P18-49 rating, 1118 K total viewers P2+ (Simulcast across BET and BET Her); .590 P18-49 rating, and 1082 K total viewers P2+ (on BET alone);  Episode two premiere telecast: .579

Janine may be expecting again. Jazmine learns that Malik is having a baby. Kaleb wants to have sex with Jazmine for the first time.

Watch and Share the series trailer: https://youtu.be/10ABi9O-Bjs ABOUT “TYLER PERRY’S ASSISTED LIVING” After losing his job, Jeremy (Na’im Lynn), a patriarch of a young family with teenage children, decides to move to

P18-49 rating, 1098 K total viewers P2+ (Simulcast across BET and BET Her); .565 P18-49 rating, and 1048 K total viewers P2+ (on BET alone) “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” and “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living” are executive produced, directed, and written by Tyler Perry. Michelle Sneed serves as Executive Producer of both series for Tyler Perry Studios.

ABOUT “TYLER PERRY’S HOUSE OF PAYNE” The seventh season of the hilarious comedy features retired fire chief Curtis Payne (LaVan Davis) and his lovely wife Ella (Cassi Davis Patton) as they pick up five years later as they continue to navigate the problems of life with their quirky modern-day family. “TYLER PERRY’S HOUSE OF PAYNE” airs Wednesdays at 8 PM ET/PT on BET. #HouseOfPayne Episode #703 - “By Your Side” premieres Wednesday, September 9, at 8 PM ET/PT- C.J and Janine find out that Lisa is pregnant. C.J and Janine decide to stand by Malik’s side. Ella and Curtis are shocked that C.J and Janine are being so lenient. Episode #704 - “The Old People Game” premieres Wednesday, September 9, at 8:30 PM ET/PT- Jazmine believes that

the backwoods of Georgia to help his crazy grandfather. Grandpa Vinny (J. Anthony Brown) has foolishly purchased a terribly run-down home for the elderly and he is in way over his head, but comedy ensues as Mr. Brown (David Mann) and Cora (Tamela Mann) show up at the right time as needy investors.

“TYLER PERRY’S ASSISTED LIVING” airs at 9 PM ET/PT. Wednesdays on BET. #AssistedLivingBET Episode #103 “Captain Crunch” premieres Wednesday, September 9, at 9 PM ET/PT- Jeremy tries to convince Vinny to renovate. Sandra and Philip speculate about why Jeremy and Leah seem to be in distress. Philip stumbles upon information about Jeremy that sheds light on their move. Episode #104 “Assaulted” premieres Wednesday, September 9, at 9:30 PM ET/ PT- Jeremy thinks he may have been a

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little too heavy-handed with Vinny. Vinny calls the police to handle a matter at the living facility. Leah warns Vinny that the police could find more than what he intends.

Watch and Share the series trailer: https://youtu.be/mEpTFaUD2DA For more information on “Tyler Perry’s House of Payne” and “Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living” log on to BET.com.

* Source: Nielsen | Total viewer claims for night based on cumulative sum of average impressions across episodes (premieres & encores on 9.2.2020) | Simulcast coverage ratings based on BET Coverage Universe. ** Source: Nielsen Social Content Ratings, Trends24 (9.2.2020)

ABOUT BET BET, a subsidiary of ViacomCBS Inc. (NASDAQ: VIACA, VIAC), is the nation's leading provider of quality entertainment, music, news and public affairs television programming for the African American audience. The primary BET channel is in 90 million households and can be seen in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, sub-Saharan Africa and France. BET is the dominant African-American consumer brand with a diverse group of business extensions including BET.com, a leading Internet destination for Black entertainment, music, culture, and news; BET HER, a 24-hour entertainment network targeting the African-American Woman; BET Music Networks - BET Jams, BET Soul and BET Gospel; BET Home Entertainment; BET Live, BET’s growing festival business; BET Mobile, which provides ringtones, games and video content for wireless devices; and BET International, which operates BET around the globe.

ABOUT TYLER PERRY STUDIOS Tyler Perry Studios is a state-of-the-art film and television production facility founded in 2006 by actor, producer, filmmaker, playwright, and philanthropist Tyler Perry. Located in Atlanta, Georgia on the historic grounds of the former Fort McPherson army base, the new 330-acre campus is one of the largest production studios in the country. It boasts a variety of shooting locations including 40 buildings on the national register of historic places, 12 purpose-built sound stages, 200 acres of green space and an expansive backlot.

D O R O T H Y P A R K E R … A N U N W A V E R I N G L E G A C Y.

For over three decades, the NAACP headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland, served as the resting place for Dorothy Parker. Forever etched into the NAACP’s history and legacy, the American poet, writer, critic and satirist was a fierce supporter of civil rights and social justice during a critical era in our nation’s history.

At a time when the country was in the midst of a social movement for civil rights and equal protection, Parker gave to a cause she believed in by bequeathing her estate to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and providing that upon his death, the estate would pass to the NAACP. The NAACP continues to benefit from her gift by licensing the use of her works.

Born in Long Beach, New Jersey, Parker

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rose to prominence for her literary works published in such magazines as The New Yorker and as a founding member of the Algonquin Round Table, a group of New York City writers and critics. In 1932, Parker found success in Hollywood as a screenwriter. Among her accolades, she received two Academy Award nominations and worked on more than 15 films.

Throughout her life, Parker grew to be a vocal advocate of civil liberties and civil rights. In 1988, under the leadership of then-NAACP President Benjamin Hooks, Parker’s remains were interred at the NAACP national headquarters in Baltimore and remained there for 32

years.

Preserving the legacy of Dorothy Parker has been an essential part of the NAACP’s history. At the request of her family, which coincided with the NAACP’s planned moved to Washington, Mrs. Parker’s remains were re-interred in a family plot at Woodlawn Cemetery in New York on Aug. 22, 2020. Among the speakers at the ceremony was Hazel N. Dukes, an NAACP national board member and current president of the NAACP New York State Conference.

Dorothy Parker will always be part of the NAACP story as the NAACP was part of hers. Her life and legacy will continue to be remembered throughout NAACP history.

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