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In 1978, Max Robinson became the 1st black journalist to anchor a nightly network newscast. He was a broadcast journalist and ABC News World News Tonight co-anchor. He was also a founder of the National Association of Black Journalists. Max Robinson (1939-1988) broke racial barriers in the media industry when he became the first African American television anchor in Washington, D.C., and again when he joined ABC's "World News Tonight"as a cohost in 1978. Max Robinson was a central part of an ABC network team. He was stationed in Chicago, with Peter Jennings in London and Frank Reynolds in Washington. Unlike many other blacks in the media that allows their high paid salary to keep them quiet. He told the truth. Though he was earning money most of us only dreamed about he still fought for racial equality and more positive portrayals of African Americans throughout his career, making him a role model for many. In 1981 he was invited to give a speech for students at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. All he had to do was not rock the boat. But he decided he was going to tell the truth. He was not going to take the easy way out by protecting his bosses by offering comforting lies as others do. Instead, he delivered a scathing but honest attack on the biased and unfair U.S. media. "He told an audience," Jeremy Gerard of the New York Times wrote, "that the news media were 'a crooked mirror' through which 'white America views itself,' and that 'only by talking about racism, by taking a professional risk, will I take myself out of the mean, racist trap all black Americans find themselves in."' He said then and many other time thereafter that one of the most difficult part of his job was reporting news stories that he knew where totally untrue. His bosses fumed, summoned him to New York and read the riot act to him. In effect, they demanded to know how dare he tell the truth. Max had stuck his neck out and his bosses chopped it off. He was demoted and his career was sent into downward spiral. Max confided to others that things were never the same for him after his speech at Smith College. Former Daily News columnist, Adrian Lee, then writing for the Bulletin, led the legion of writers who accused Max of being an ingrate. And, while he was at it, charged that "Max Robinson had forgotten how far he had come. That hurt Max Robinson deeply, mostly because it was untrue. Max defended his speech saying that; "My presentation at Smith was honest, perhaps more honest than I will ever be able to afford. But that's the kind of person I am. It's true that I earn a fine salary. But nobody gave me anything. I am not a gift of any affirmative action program, though I believe such programs have value and are needed. I earned any opportunity I received and I've worked very hard. In most instances, however, I'm still not paid what the white guys get. But I've never complained about that. "If I'm guilty of anything, it is of not being satisfied with the treatment and portrayal of African Americans in the U.S media. The financial success of any individual has never been enough to assuage the general abuse of our people. In speaking out against bias, I believe I am advancing the hopes, dreams, and opportunities of others long locked out of the system." "I cannot call myself an honest man or a black achiever if I take the big money and keep my mouth shut," Max Robinson said. In spite of the many personal problems that he experienced with alcoholism and of the fact that he died of complication with AIDS at the age of 49. It was his speech at Smith College and his willingness to speak out for racial equality and a more positive portrayals of African Americans in the media that makes him greatly worthy of our respect. Most people do not fully understand as Max Robinson did how the white elites uses the media against black populations. Presently Black people are the unknowing victims of an elaborate media deployed psychological warfare program

WNBA icon Maya Moore recreates Michael Jordan’s ring photo with her 12 championship rings, including 4 WNBA rings, 7 gold medals, back-to-back college championships, and her milestone as the first female athlete to sign with the Jordan Brand 💯🔥

SCSO detectives are conducting a homicide investigation in the 1000 block of Crayton Ridge Dr. At around 1:00 a.m. this morning, deputies responded to a welfare check. When deputies arrived, they found an adult male with multiple gunshot wounds inside the residence. Shelby County fire responded and pronounced the victim deceased. This is an active investigation.

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Although we don’t yet have the details about the motives behind last night's shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner, it’s incumbent upon all us to reject the idea that violence has any place in our democracy. It’s also a sobering reminder of the courage and sacrifice that U.S. Secret Service Agents show every day. I’m grateful to them – and thankful that the agent who was shot is going to be okay.

HAPPENING NOW: FOX13 ON TOP OF BREAKING NEWS. THE F-B-I IS CURRENTLY ON THE SCENE OF A HOUSE OWNED BY THE FAMILY OF MEMPHIS RAPPER POOH SHIESTY.

Layoffs since April: Amazon: 30k Intel: 25k Microsoft: 15k Meta: 3600 Target: 1800 Charter: 1200 Paramount: 1000 Rivian: 600 xAI: 500 Reminder: Trump fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics for reporting accurate job numbers to cover up his handling of the economy.

BREAKING Hernandez Govan stands as the jury enters the courtroom. Found not guilty in the murder of Memphis rapper Young DOLPH

CLOSING ARGUMENTS BEGIN: Prosecutors are now giving their closing arguments in the Hernandez Govan trial. He’s accused of conspiring and murdering Young Dolph.

JUDGE NOW READING THE CHARGES BEFORE JURY DELIBERATIONS IN GOVAN TRIAL: Govan is facing charges of first degree murder and conspiracy in the shooting death of Young Dolph.

DAY 2 of HERNANDEZ GOVAN’S TRIAL: The girl friend of admitted gunman Cornelius Smith takes the stand testifying she and Smith have been to Govan’s home and the weekend after the shooting of Young Dolph she and Smith went to Atlanta. She’s stated Smith got money from Govan.

CORNELIUS SMITH TAKES THE STAND: Smith said on the stand Hernandez Govan provided him the gun used to kill Young DOLPH.

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Hernandez Govan standing trial: Prosecutors are giving opening statements detailing a meeting with Anthony “Big Jook” Mims to coordinate the plan to kill Young Dolph.

Ezekiel Kelly: Pleads guilty to 28 charges ranging from murder, attempted murder, and theft. The charges stem from the 20 hour shooting spree that put the entire City of Memphis on lockdown in 2022. 3 consecutive life sentences with an added 221 years is what he will serve.

Congratulations to @CocoGauff for an amazing championship at the French Open — the first American singles champion at @RolandGarros in a decade. You make us all proud.

Roland-Garros @rolandgarros

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Welcome to the 'Roland-Garros champions' club, @CocoGauff 🏆 #RolandGarros

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My life is in Los Angeles is now. Nothing but gratitude for 25 years of living a dream at ESPN. I’m not retiring. Really excited about the future and some incredible opportunities. Stay tuned.

Ryan Glasspiegel @sportsrapport

a year ago

Glass Break: Stan Verrett's time at ESPN will conclude at the end of summer. Details at @FOS frontofficesports.com/stan-verrett-o…

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Celebrating 10 years as your favorite reporter's favorite PIO! 🤣🤣🤣

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No excuses. Just victories. Congratulations to the 2024 - 2025 LHSAA Boys Basketball Division 1 [Select] Champions, the St. Augustine Purple Knights.

A FIFTH YOUNG DOLPH MURDER SUSPECT BEHIND BARS THREE YEARS AFTER HIS ARREST: Remember Shundale Barnett? He’s the one who got arrested in Indiana with Straight Drop when he got caught running from police. He’s in 201 booked on charges connected to Young Dolph’s murder.

@YoungDolphCase @SenBrentTaylor @SteveMulroy901 @YoungDolph Bruh you’re seriously delusional! It’s sad.