Dr. Benjamin Franklin Chavis Jr.
HostDr. Chavis is an African American civil rights leader and icon, United Church of Christ (UCC) ordained minister, author, journalist, organic chemist, environmentalist, global entrepreneur, and currently President and CEO of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) based in Washington, DC since 2014.
Dr. Chavis is the Executive Producer and Host of The Chavis Chronicles, www.TheChavisChronicles.com, broadcast weekly on PBS TV Network stations reaching over 90 million households throughout the United States.
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Buying and reading books in America appears to be on the increase in urban and suburban communities across the nation. Buying and reading books in America appears to be on the increase in urban and suburban communities across the nation. The Good News Is Busboys and Poets bookstores and restaurants in Washington, DC and in Columbia, Maryland have become an evolving centerpiece in entrepreneurial innovation. -
American innovation and technology advancements are creating new opportunities for an expanded workforce in artificial intelligence and other related industries. The GOOD News the CEO of Google, Sundar Pichai, continues lead the company to the frontlines of American AI innovations.
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It is important to note that when there are national tragedies such as the Los Angeles wildfires, some of the leading Hollywood Stars are more than willing to give financial resources to help those in need. The GOOD News is stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce have all joined together to give millions of dollars to help the victims of the Los Angeles fires to start on the pathway to recovery.
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There is a long list of outstanding women leaders that have helped our nation stay relatively healthy. Women’s History Month is an excellent time to pay tribute to those women who have championed the road toward improving the health of the nation. The GOOD News is that the first African American woman to be named as the Surgeon General of the United States was Dr. Joyce Elders.
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Equality for Women is equality for all. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we a grateful to those who have made history in the fields of medicine and science. The GOOD News is the legacy of Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice lives on for her precedent setting leadership as the first African American woman to lead a medical school in the United States.
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During this Women’s History Month we note with appreciation those women who are some of leading scientists and researchers who help maintain public health. The GOOD News is Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is today one of the nation’s leading research scientists on immunology.
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American history is full of vivid stories of the courageous acts and leadership of women who have made a positive difference in the lives of millions. The GOOD News is the memory and legacy of Sojourner Truth remains important the archives of American history.
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Women’s History Month would not be complete without recognizing the leadership of women who have had an intergenerational impact on the issues of gender equality and overall progress for American women. The GOOD News is former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama continues to serve a vibrant and active role model for millions of women.
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In the financial services industry American women are continuing to make successful strides toward top corporate leadership posts. The GOOD News is Jane Fraser is the Chief Executive Officer of Citigroup.
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Mothers matter. Whenever we are fortunate to witness and to observe academic or athletic excellence and brilliance, it is always instructive and gratifying to have a firsthand encounter with the mother or parent of one the world’s greatest champions. The GOOD News I recently had the opportunity to have an in-person interview with Gloria James, the mother of the G.O.A.T. Lebron James.
