Day: March 11, 2022

Why a Biography of Black Europe Should Interest Americans

Why a Biography of Black Europe Should Interest Americans

Afropean: Notes from Black Europe, published in 2019 by television presenter, writer and photographer Johnny Pitts, explores the history and current experiences of black communities across Europe. The story is told from Pitt’s perspective as he travels to multiple cities in various European countries, from Lisbon to Moscow. He combines his personal encounters, interviews, history, and discourse to tell of both the troubling realities and flourishing cultures.

Republicans Blame Biden, He Blames Putin for High Gas Prices

Republicans Blame Biden, He Blames Putin for High Gas Prices

On Tuesday March 8th, President Biden announced that he was putting in place a ban on imports of Russian oil and other energy. Despite acknowledging that this ban would cause a rise in domestic oil prices for the U.S., Biden announced the ban as retaliation for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. However, there is conflicting opinion on what the true cause of the price spike is, and when it really started.

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