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The Resistance Is Here

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Ms. MagazineAug 14empowerment

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When President Donald Trump signed an executive order on childhood vaccines this week, Jayme Franklin stood nearby, repeatedly touching her …

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Three generations of Black Disney princesses shared the stage Thursday as Brandy , Anika Noni Rose and Halle Bailey took part in Disney Prin…

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