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Book Review | Nobody Can Give You Freedom
Renee Johnston
Book Review | Nobody Can Give You Freedom
Renee Johnston

Newark, NJ - On Wednesday, September 10, Community Movement Builders (CMB), Newark, hosted a book event with the author of “Nobody Can Give You Freedom: The Political Life of Malcolm X,” Kehinde Andrews.

Andrews is a professor of Black Studies in the UK and co-founder of the Harambee Organisation of Black Unity. He has previously authored five other works.

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Renee Johnston

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Lifeguards of morality
Matt Dragon
Lifeguards of morality
Matt Dragon

I’ve always been scared for the kids

with parents that let them swim 

at the beach with no lifeguards

Maybe they think

“It looks calm,” “we did this as kids,” “they’re strong swimmers,” “I’m a strong swimmer“

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Matt Dragon

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In the third public forum featuring the Gen Z Speakers’ Bureau members, Public Square Amplified hosts a virtual discussion on the first 100 days of the Trump administration.

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First Gubernatorial debate revealed challenges for New Jerseyans looking for change
Anthony Orlando
First Gubernatorial debate revealed challenges for New Jerseyans looking for change
Anthony Orlando

Lawrenceville, NJ - On September 21st, New Jersey gubernatorial candidates Mikie Sherrill (D) and Jack Ciattarelli (R) clashed in their first heated debate over the issues important to state residents. Around 1,600 people gathered at Rider University to attend the candidates’ first of two scheduled debates before the election on November 4th.

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Anthony Orlando
Essex-Hudson Greenway balances biodiversity with public access for our neighborhoods | Pt 2
2025 CJ Class Team
Essex-Hudson Greenway balances biodiversity with public access for our neighborhoods | Pt 2
2025 CJ Class Team

Newark, NJ - In this latest installment from the 2025 Citizen Journalism class, the Community Journalism team presents a two-part story titled “Essex-Hudson Greenway: Balancing Biodiversity with Public Access for Our Neighborhoods.” In Part 2, the team explores national Greenway trends, the role of vegetation and biodiversity, and how public transit connects to the Greenway.

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2025 CJ Class Team
Essex-Hudson Greenway balances biodiversity with public access for our neighborhoods | Pt 1
2025 CJ Class Team
Essex-Hudson Greenway balances biodiversity with public access for our neighborhoods | Pt 1
2025 CJ Class Team

Newark, NJ - In this latest installment from the 2025 Citizen Journalism class: a two-part story by the Community Journalism team titled “Essex-Hudson Greenway balancing biodiversity with public access for our neighborhoods”. In Part 1, the team introduces the Greenway project and centers community spaces as portals for connectivity.

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2025 CJ Class Team

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Breaking News | LaMonica McIver pleads not guilty in federal court hearing
Anthony Orlando
Breaking News | LaMonica McIver pleads not guilty in federal court hearing
Anthony Orlando

Newark, NJ - U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver appeared in court on June 25, adding another chapter in her legal battle against the Department of Justice. On June 10, McIver was indicted on three counts of “forcibly impeding and interfering with federal officers” as they tried to arrest Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka outside Delaney Hall on May 9. If convicted, McIver could face up to 17 years in prison.

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Anthony Orlando

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