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My Great Grandfather, John Wesley Dobbs, wore several hats! One of which was a great galvanizer of our vote… the Black vote in particular!

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Fifty years ago today, on October 16, 1973, Maynard Jackson Jr. made history by being elected as the first African American Mayor of a major southern city, Atlanta. His groundbreaking election marked a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement and demonstrated the progress towards greater inclusivity and diversity in American politics. Maynard Jackson Jr.'s legacy continues to inspire and remind us of the importance of breaking down barriers and advancing equality in our society.

Learn more about Maynard Jackson Jr by watching the award winning documentary, MAYNARD.

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I am excited to announce that I will be speaking at Mahogany Moments with Toni Judkins, Cheryl Polote-Williamson.

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I am excited to announce that I will be speaking at Mahogany Moment!

Mahogany Moment is a transformative empowering moment curated just for YOU – helping you transform your dreams, ideas & inspirations into action.

Today through Sunday, September 17th, we have the unique opportunity to offer an additional $50 off, using code: Moment50. This is in addition to early bird pricing. Secure your spot today!

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Join us for this informative panel discussion about the television and film industry in Georgia…the #1 place to business in the entertainment industry.

🎬 Lights, Camera, Action! 🎥

Did you know that Fulton County, GA is at the heart of the fastest-growing film industry in the nation? 🌟 According to a recent report, Georgia's film industry has experienced tremendous growth, generating a whopping $4.4 billion and attracting over $9 billion in additional investment! 💰

But the impact of this thriving industry goes far beyond the popular film studios in Atlanta and Savannah. 🌆 Communities throughout Fulton County are reaping the benefits, with local businesses flourishing and job opportunities multiplying. 📈

From scenic locations to talented crews, Fulton County has become a go-to destination for filmmakers and television production. 🎥 Our vibrant community offers the perfect backdrop for captivating stories to come to life. 🌟

So let's celebrate the magic of filmmaking and the incredible economic impact it brings to our beloved Fulton County! 🎉 Join us in supporting and promoting the growth of this industry, as it continues to create jobs, boost local businesses, and put our community in the spotlight. 🌟

Lights, camera, Fulton County! 🎬✨

A Titan of Atlanta has completed his assignment and now watches and advocates from beyond.

Marvin Arrington was a force of nature that heavily shaped Atlanta and ultimately America.

He will be deeply missed!

On this day 20 years ago, the first Black Mayor of Atlanta, made his transition to the heavens.

We honor
Maynard Holbrook Jackson Jr
1938-2003.

Watch MAYNARD on Amazon Prime, ITunes, Google Play, YouTube, or Tubi.

“Politics is not perfect but it's the best available nonviolent means of changing how we live.” -Mayor Maynard Jackson Jr.

Honor your ancestors…

During the Harlem Renaissance, African Americans uplifted their culture through new art. This was the first time that they truly embraced creativity. Black artists expressed themselves, their interests, and the greatness of their race by creating new sculptures and paintings.

The Harlem Renaissance began when thousands of African Americans moved northward to gain more opportunities, and to escape racism and limited rights in the south.

Due to the high quantity and close proximity of black New Yorkers living in Harlem, these citizens were able to bond over their race and culture together. After discovering that the majority of their fellow neighbors had also shared common past experiences of hardship in the south, African Americans sought to unite themselves by creating a better life in Harlem. They sought to end stereotypes, build a respectable reputation for themselves, and create a lasting legacy of racial pride for generations to come. Black Harlem residents began to redefine themselves and portray their potential through their art, music, and literature.

So proud of this one as she has chosen to further her creative genius by saluting the ancestors in her niche work of multi media art. A native of Atlanta, she’s embraced her Harlem roots and has lived in Harlem these last two years and have walked where her grandfather, great grandparents and great great grandparents lived and thrived. It’s a legacy of over 120 years. Much like her great great aunt, Evelyn Ash Fenner, she too now joins the familial legacy as a Columbia University graduate with her MFA. So proud to see her thrive and work and play in spaces that promote technology, arts and community.

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At a time when segregation was still widespread and Black faces were still a rarity on screens large and small, Mr. Belafonte’s ascent to the upper echelon of show business was historic. He was not the first Black entertainer to transcend racial boundaries; Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and others had achieved stardom before him. But none had made as much of a splash as he did, and for a few years no one in music, Black or white, was bigger.

Born in Harlem to West Indian immigrants, he almost single-handedly ignited a craze for Caribbean music with hit records like “Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)” and “Jamaica Farewell.” His album “Calypso,” which included both those songs, reached the top of the Billboard album chart shortly after its release in 1956 and stayed there for 31 weeks. Early in his career, he befriended the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and became not just a lifelong friend but also an ardent supporter of Dr. King and the quest for racial equality he personified. He put up much of the seed money to help start the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and was one of the principal fund-raisers for that organization and Dr. King’s Southern Christian Leadership Conference.

He provided money to bail Dr. King and other civil rights activists out of jail. He took part in the March on Washington in 1963. His spacious apartment on West End Avenue in Manhattan became Dr. King’s home away from home. And he quietly maintained an insurance policy on Dr. King’s life, with the King family as the beneficiary, and donated his own money to make sure that the family was taken care of after Dr. King was assassinated in 1968.

He joins his dear friends as an ancestor today. One of which was The Honorable Maynard Jackson, Jr.

Hoping everyone enjoyed your 4/20! Remember to be good to yourself everyday, all the time. #420 🌅🌊🌴