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View More: Live News|More News Videos President Barack Obama on Wednesday called the ongoing municipal water crisis in Flint, Michigan, “inexplicable and inexcusable” and said government “broke down” in its responsibility to protect public health. Obama, during an interview in Detroit with CBS set to air later this week, said he understands why Flint residents are outraged. The city’s water supply has been contaminated with lead and other pollutants for months after a state-approved plan to
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BB King has died. He wasn’t my all-time favorite Bluesman, but he was an exquisite musician and he influencedeveryone.
The moment we heard that Riley B. King — known universally both as “BB” and as the King of the Blues — had breathed his last, we invited ourselves to a very private memorial service. Our own. The King is dead, long live the Blues he was so crucial to shaping over his veryRead more…

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New York Rep. Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., chairman of the powerful House Education and Labor Committee, addressing a news conference, Washington, D. C., July 26, 1966. (I’ve added video of Black Power advocate Kwame Ture, then known as Stokely Carmichael. In it, Dr. Powell refers to Charles Sumner Stone, his chief assistant.)
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Legendary blues musician B.B. Kingdied on Thursday at the age of 89. His death marks a solemn moment for his countless fans but also reinvigorate memories of his magnificent music and remarkable contributions to African-American history and culture.
Known for his trademark guitar skills and smooth vocals, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer redefined the blues genre for over 65 years. He hasRead more…

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