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Richard A. Fowler

3 years

A MUST READ: The quest to travel w/ your taste buds has put Jamaican & West African cuisine on dining tables across America, says @AmbAPMarks To meet this demand, @gracefoods @amacfoods & @TyphanieStewart are bringing new flavors! 😋 Read more @Forbes

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8 years

. @BernieSanders has a point...we are a big tent party and our party leadership ought to reflect that! #DemDebate

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

A MUST READ: Young, Black, Millennial, Male and running for federal office: The story of @malcolmkenyatta , @TheOtherMandela and @JevinHodge ! 🗳💪🏾🇺🇸 Check out my recent piece for @Forbes and @ForbesTheCultur !

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

#MarjorieTaylorGreene and her views are insane and doesn't deserve all this media attention. We lost thousand of Americans to #COVID19 and their lives actually matter more! CAN WE MOVE ON PLEASE!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

The Tulsa Race Massacre and the Jim Crow Era happened in modern history. It wasn't long ago, it was modern. For Context: My mother was born during the time of Jim Crow. My grandmother was born prior to Tulsa Race Mssacre. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

“Although Black people are the face of voting rights, a lack of access to the ballot touches everyone. It impacts the lives of senior citizens, AAPI, Latino and the disabled." - @AprilDRyan Read more April and @emarvelous and the fight 4 voting rights!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

Early this year, I had the opportunity to sit down with actor and activist, #JesseWilliams about his work on broadway and more!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

MORNING READ: Learn about @iJesseWilliams & his new place amongst the Broadway stars. As a #GreysAnatomy alumnus, he is writing a new chapter and bringing his activism & realness with him— @adv_project & @MyScholly Read more in @Forbes today!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

A MUST READ: As We Say Farewell To @PoseOnFX A Show Set In The ‘80s And ‘90s, LGBTQ+ People Still Fight Some Of The Same Battles! Check out my recent piece on @Blavity ! #Pride2021 #BlackTransLivesMatter

As We Say Farewell To ‘Pose,’ A Show Set In The ‘80s And ‘90s, LGBTQ+ People Still Fight Some Of...

Pose’s impact on the culture and where legislation is at federally and on state levels.

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

All of this! 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾

Dr. Jason Johnson

@DrJasonJohnson

3 years

#NinaTurner didn't lose to #ShontelBrown because of "Dark Money" she lost because #OH11 voters don't live thier lives on Twitter, don't read WaPo puff pieces and don't like Establishment carpet baggers coming to town telling them how to vote

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Thanks, @AprilDRyan ! Your work covering voting rights is unmeasurable!🙌🏾♥️

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@AprilDRyan

3 years

. @Richardafowler thank you for including me in this wonderful profile on Black journalists covering Voting Rights. It is an honor to be included w/ @emarvelous and to also see words from @DrJasonJohnson .

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

WWII was an interesting time, we had racism and bigotry in both America and Germany. So they fought against racism in Europe and returned home with it in America. #TuskegeeAirmen #SaveOurHistory #BHM

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

If you search the history books, you will find that the LGBTQIA community was actually treated like pariahs by the Reagan admin and others. #smdh #TheMoreYouKnow

Jason S. Campbell

@JasonSCampbell

3 years

Dennis Prager: "During the AIDS crisis, can you imagine if gay men and intravenous drug users...had they been pariahs the way the non-vaccinated are? But it would've been inconceivable"

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

A MUST READ: Hear about the journalists covering the fight for #VotingRights : @emarvelous and @AprilDRyan ! The piece includes comments from @DrJasonJohnson and @CarlisaNJohnson . 🗳️🇺🇸 Check it out in @Forbes and @ForbesTheCultur

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

The downward spiral of Trucker wages is one of the reason we are in an inflationary period. A depression in trucker wages creates shortage, and shortages in the labor market has a direct impact on prices. #TheMoreYouKnow

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@paulkrugman

3 years

Why do we have a shortage of truck drivers and warehouse workers? It's a deep mystery

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

Lieutenant Colonel Shawna Rochelle Kimbrell (USAF), the first female African-American fighter pilot in the history of that service, is the definition of #BlackGirlMagic ! #TuskegeeAirmen #SaveOurHistory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Over the past six years, I have had the opportunity to get know and sometimes fill-in for the great @TheJuanWilliams ! He has been a mentor, a friend and a great role model. Thank you, @TheJuanWilliams for being a guiding light, and I look forward to seeing more of you in DC!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

1 year

BIG NEWS: The Color Purple trailer is here and it's spectacular! Overjoyed at the thought of partnering with @Oprah to reach out to a new generation. #TheColorPurple

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

BREAKING: Hear from @staceyabrams on her plan to expand the #GA electorate & win over Black male voters in today's pages of @Forbes ! I interviewed Abrams last week & you can read about @TheDemocrats oracle by clicking the link below! cc: @t_woodbury1

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Or maybe Ferguson, the Charleston Shooting, private prison abuses and the student loan debt crisis!

Keith Boykin

@keithboykin

9 years

If only the Republicans on #BenghaziCommittee had this much interest in investigating 9/11 or the failed Iraq War.

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

At the end of the Reconstruction Era, white citizens created enslavement by another name known as "Black Code" or "Jim Crow." This is a sad and horrific part of American History #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

"I hope that my candidacy for Congress is a breath of fresh air. People are hungry for innovation, vision, and a leader that has been in the community,” @JevinHodge told @Forbes Read More @ForbesTheCultur

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

For the past month, I have been working with @glaad to curate a list of 12 Black Queer Storytellers! These 12 Media Trailblazer are move! Watch out for them!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

FUN FACT: Rev. Russell Roberts Loved Mahailia Jackson deeply, but he died of cancer before their wedding in February 1959. #TheMahaliaJacksonStory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

This is why we must fight for a culturally competent curriculum for America's public school students. This isn't about Critical Race Theory, it is about telling our young people the truth about what happened in the United States. We need to tell the truth! #RememberTulsa

zellie

@zellieimani

3 years

Did you learn about the Tulsa Massacre in public school? #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

5 months

Thanks for the love, @Acyn ! 😉

Acyn

@Acyn

5 months

“1996 congress passed the illegal immigration reform and immigration responsibility act. That act makes it explicitly illegal for noncitizens to vote… according to The Heritage Foundation there’s been fewer than 50 cases of noncitizens voting since 2002”

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

10 years

#POTUS Exec Orders: Reagan—381 Clinton—364 Nixon—346 LBJ—325 Carter—320 Bush II—291 JFK—214 #Obama —182 #SoSueMe #p2 http://t.co/TYDSVa0DfW"

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

"No Justice. No Peace." - @TheRevAl #BlackChurchPBS

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

🚨🚨🚨Tonight on @lifetimetv 🚨🚨🚨 I’ll be live tweeting the #TheMahaliaJacksonStory starring @thedanieb and brought to you by @RobinRoberts aka “The GOAT 🐐” Join me at 8p ET as we enjoy another great American Story! 🇺🇸

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Are you a Basketball fan? 🏀 If so, checkout my dope interview with @Danaaakianaaa of the #WNBA champions, @ChicagoSky ! The piece is obviously on @Forbes , and features commentary from @Ariivory of @HighlightHer ! #BlackGirlMagic #Basketball

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

You know a documentary is going to be good, when it opens up with @TheRevAl ! #TuskegeeAirmen #SaveOurHistory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

#TEDCruz : "I hate the media" CNBC's response: moving on! #CNBCGOPDebate

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

11 years

Can I just say that I totally love this @Pontifex , and I am not even catholic!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

After just 38 minutes of Tulsa Burning on the @History Channel. It is clear that discrimination and racism are the #1 threat to capitalism and economic gain. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

10 years

Love this! “ @sfpelosi : Don't tread on me ... or my healthcare. http://t.co/i26m98hHtM”

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

That is the most disheartening thing about the #TuskegeeAirmen story. They fought so hard for Democracy aboard, and yet still had no access to the Democracy at home. #SaveOurHistory .

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Yes, indeed. When Black folks are given the space to build community, economic gain is a dead giveaway. Sadly, the ability to build community is often obstructed by misguided policy, racism and discrimination. #RememberTulsa

Joél Leon.

@JoelakaMaG

3 years

so much of what we know about Black Wall Street isn’t about the wealth, but about the creation of community, of Black community, for a thriving Black people. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Black church bombings by white supremacists is one of the most cruelest acts, both back then and today. #TheMahaliaJacksonStory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

When Black folks are asked to move on from Jim Crow, I remember the story of the #TuskegeeAirmen . They fought for freedom, they weren’t afforded in the US. We can’t move on from this part of American history, until we can all acknowledge the impact racism has on US society

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

"We must be laser-focused on bringing the different skill-sets, backgrounds, & perspectives of our constituents to the table. When everyone has a seat at the table you create a real integrated city.” - @j_chapman99 Read more on his policy making @Forbes

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

The #TuskegeeAirmen were fighting two wars. They were fighting the Nazis, and they were fighting for justice, fairness and equity in America. #SaveOurHistory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

As early result come-in on the #ChicagoMayoralElection , it seems clear that @Brandon4Chicago and the progressive coalition that he has build seems to have an early lead!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

The Black Church was more than just a place of worship, it was also an economic engine for Black migrants and their families. #BlackChurchPBS

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Thinking about military hero and civil rights icon, Collin Powell this morning. Rest. In. Power. King 👑

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

During Reconstruction, 2,000 Black men held political office on the local, state and national level. #BlackChurchPBS

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

we might have an #EmmysSoWhite situation on our hands, @ReignOfApril . 🤦🏾‍♂️ #emmys #smdh

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

#GOPDebate if we respect life let's ban the death penalty!!!!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

The story of Greenwood was one of success. Birthed out of segregation, Black people created their own society, built their own economy and created a culture based on capitalism. Sadly, it was destroyed and pillaged by White Supremacy. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

The Tulsa Massacre was started by misinformation and fake news. Sadly, fake news and misinformation often times works against Black people and their existence--both in the past and in the modern day. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

FACT: Mary E. Parrish, a trained journalist, gathered eyewitness accounts from survivors of the 1921 Tulsa race massacre and chronicled her own experience fleeing the violence with her young daughter. #REMEMBERTULSA

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Democrats also must confront GOP LIES as soon as they appear on the stage. CRT isn't being taught in VA schools, but by ignoring the argument, Dems allowed it to fester, grow and turn into a wildfire. #VAElections2021

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Similarly, I watched the entire Good Times series in syndication at about age 12-13. This scene/monologue by Ester Role is by far one of the most memorable TV moments! 📺

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@DrJasonJohnson

3 years

I watched Good Times in syndication years after it was on and was a little too young to connect with a lot of the shows main storylines. I think this might be the first TV death I saw of a non action show character

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

So happy for my Fort Lauderdale sister, @Yamiche on this HUGE NEWS! I'm so proud of you!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

The story of Tulsa is one about resistance, resilience and strength. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/AxVpzm4fPR Stories via @woodhouseb @davidsirota

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

I liked a @YouTube video from @fowlershow http://t.co/L6HMMEzXie How to Make Friends When You're Traveling Alone

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

One of the few times, I can say that #StandWithRand http://t.co/lcbd5GWxpV

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

Howard Thurman was an American author, philosopher, theologian, educator, and civil rights leader. As a prominent religious figure, he played a leading role in many social justice movements and organizations of the twentieth century. #BlackChurchPBS

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

The Mother Emmanuel Church, is a church in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1817, Emanuel AME is the oldest African Methodist Episcopal church in the Southern United States. #BlackChurchPBS

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

1 year

A MUST READ: As “Anti-Woke” Policy, rhetoric and misinformation continues to spread across the country, @TheBlackCaucus is fighting forward!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Please subscribe to the @FowlerShow ! Its easy! http://t.co/4RnVzvY1au

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Statehood for Oklahoma was protested by Black and Indigenous people, because they knew that statehood would bring White Supremacy and discrimination to the free society that they created. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

FUN FACT: Nationwide recognition came for Jackson in 1947 with the release of "Move On Up a Little Higher", selling two million copies and hitting the number two spot on Billboard charts, both firsts for gospel music. #TheMahaliaJacksonStory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

8 years

We should be reinvesting in America, instead of buying and building bombs! #DemDebate

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

12 years

If we are supposed to be the future, why are we drowning in student debt #dontdoublemyrate

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

10 years

Every American should be outraged by what these police are doing in #Ferguson

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/aYX8vNAiQm Stories via @kenyanmcduffie @AaronWysocki @GA_DC

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/bJKIQKdzFk

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

I love me some, Lena Horne! #SaveOurHistory #TuskegeeAirmen

zellie

@zellieimani

4 years

Lena Horne with a group of Tuskegee Airmen on January 1, 1945. There are countless photos of Ms. Horne visiting #TuskegeeAirmen to show her support for their service. She also showed her support for them by refusing to perform for segregated military audiences #SaveOurHistory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

George Floyd’s life was worth more than 22.5 years. While this is a lot of time, Chavin deserved more time for his heinous and reckless taking of a life!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

"You will never be alone if you use your gift right" A WORRD! #TheMahaliaJacksonStory

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

. @JohnKasich has the most depth on foreign policy -- honestly! #GOPDebate

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Great interview last night with megynkelly on #KellyFile ! Thanks to everyone who tuned in! #grateful

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

We are facing a national crisis of epic proportions! #BlackLivesMatter #BreloTrial

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

10 years

All across this country Americans are coming together to demand #JusticeForMikeBrown --- and those who disagree with us -- you are misguided

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

This disease of gun violence must come to an end.

Michael Skolnik

@MichaelSkolnik

2 years

Bar Home Office Airport Church College Mosque Concert Walmart Hospital Nightclub Gurdwara Newsroom Synagogue Playground Yoga studio High school Military base Street corner Grocery store Movie theater Political event Middle school July 4th parade Massage parlor Elementary school

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/msWWS4VXn2

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

This right here is a word! Keep ministering, @thesherylralph ! 🙌🏾

Karine Jean-Pierre

@K_JeanPierre

2 years

“People don’t have to like you.” - @thesherylralph

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/4v4iJQOh2R Stories via @amaliowirth @DemRulz @TyroneGayle

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/eFhSU0Wgtu Stories via @_Gonzi @brentinmock @jamespmanley

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Ready for #KellyFile , live from Denver! #tunein #fowlernation 9pm(est)

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Will be on #KellyFile with my friend @megynkelly ...at 9pm(est) tonight! #tunein #fowlernation http://t.co/IUi3QqDl5I

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

#DeKalb County is holding the Big Joker like...😏

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Today's word is Grace! The love and mercy given to us by God, no matter who we love, our color, or our creed! #BlackLivesMatter #LoveWins

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Checkout @rweingarten and @bruneski pieces on Desperately seeking a new model for trade" @ajam http://t.co/REMEheTKnF #StopFastTrack

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Checkout my interview with @megynkelly http://t.co/IkrnjFiZVv

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

" #Brelo to stay on unpaid suspension moving forward" -Chief Calvin Williams

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

You can't ask your base (black voters) to turnout if you haven't given them a reason and if you aren't making wise investments! NO ONE CARES ABOUT TRUMP ANYMORE!!!!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

You don’t want to miss it! Tune-in at @8pm on the @HISTORY Channel! #RememberTulsa

zellie

@zellieimani

3 years

From the birth of Black Wall Street to its downfall, Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre takes an in-depth look at the tragic events. On Sunday, May 30 at 8pm, tune into Tulsa Burning: The 1921 Race Massacre, only on The @HISTORY Channel. #RememberTulsa

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

2 years

My heart is heavy tonight. 💔 Senior Vice President of News Alan Komissaroff passed away tonight at the young age of 47. 😢 Sending my thoughts and prayers to Alan’s wife, kids and family.

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

9 hours of testimony -- and nothing new has been discovered. --- mark my words - this will backfire for the @GOP #BenghaziCommittee

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

10 years

The real question is why did the prosecutor wait Til the dead of night release the decision! #FergusonVerdict

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

10 years

#PREACH “ @keithboykin : Democrats could take a lesson from Gary Peters in Michigan. http://t.co/jUpmlU3m7a”

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

Fowler's Final Word is out! http://t.co/sVLOKKO0Q4

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

4 years

"I love the lord. He heard my cry" 🙌🏾 #BlackChurchPBS

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

. @CNN is now live with #charlestonshooting

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

3 years

Thanks for the clarity, @Johnny_Joey . Great being on with with you. Happy early Friday, folks!

Joey Jones

@Johnny_Joey

3 years

To clarify, @Richardafowler said nothing disrespectful to me. My annoyance is at the members of Congress who continue to either flirt with anti American sentiments for clout, or defend those that do. Richard did neither.

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

. @JoeBiden after being named the head of mission control!

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Richard A. Fowler

@Richardafowler

9 years

haters are my motivators #fowlernation

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