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Trump Struggles Over Tylenol Name While Issuing Baseless Warning That Usage Leads To Autism

In less than 24 hours, health experts from around the world spoke out to reject the fake news claims from the Trump administration.


President Donald Trump stumbled to pronounce the medical pronunciation of acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, while falsely announcing to the world that usage of the drug while pregnant can lead to an autism diagnosis.

Trump, supported by Department of Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Dr. Mehmet Oz, stood before members of the press and the world to push unproven claims that if a pregnant woman takes the popular over-the-counter drug, their child could be at risk for autism. “Effective immediately, the FDA will be notifying physicians that the use of…well, let’s see how we say this…acetaminophen, is that OK? Which is basically known as Tylenol during pregnancy can be associated with a very increased risk of autism,” the president said. 

“So taking Tylenol is uhhh…not good. I’ll say it, it’s not good. For this reason, they are strongly recommending that women limit Tylenol use during pregnancy unless medically necessary.”

He then went on to list those “medically necessary” reasons as an extremely high fever, projecting that “if you can’t tough it out, if you can’t do it, that’s what you’re gonna have to do.”

In less than 24 hours, health experts from around the world spoke out to reject the fake news claims from the Trump administration. According to NBC News, there is no conclusive evidence to support ties between Tylenol and autism. In addition to there being no new evidence that would issue a change in listed guidance, data from pregnant women proves the opposite. “A large amount of data from pregnant women who used paracetamol during pregnancy indicates no risk of malformations on the developing fetus or on newborns,” the European Medicines Agency (EMA) said in a statement. 

The 47th president did not stop at the false narrative against Tylenol. He also suggested that additives found in vaccines, a hot topic throughout the country, may also cause autism. That’s when the World Health Organization (WHO) jumped in. “We know that vaccines do not cause autism. Vaccines, as I said, save countless lives. So, this is something that science has proven, and these things should not be really questioned,” WHO spokesperson Tarik Jašarević said during a press briefing in Geneva. 

The FDA has already followed orders from the commander-in-chief with a letter to practicing physicians; however, the tone is seemingly cautious. “To be clear, while an association between acetaminophen and autism has been described in many studies, a causal relationship has not been established, and there are contrary studies in the scientific literature,” the letter, signed by Commissioner of Food and Drugs, Dr. Martin A. Makay, read. 

“In the spirit of patient safety and prudent medicine, clinicians should consider minimizing the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy for routine low-grade fevers.” However, social media users don’t seem to be buying it, seemingly laughing at Trump’s claims and issuing warnings not to listen to him or members of his team. Several referred back to April 24, 2020, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, when Trump suggested concerned Americans should drink or inject bleach to beat the virus.

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CDC ‘Pauses’ Disability Rule For Remote Work Following Massive Backlash

Local AFGE chapters call the CDC’s move to halt policy approval of long-term telework as a reasonable accommodation for disabled employees unlawful under federal disability rights law.


The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), the largest federal employee union, is calling out the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for “the most sweeping civil rights violation” after forbidding remote work for disabled employees, citing a need for clarification from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).

The move has since been paused “pending clarification from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and a review of its legality,” the AFGE said in a news release.

In January, the Office of Personnel Management handed down a rule stating federal employees would have to return to the office full-time, with an exception for those “excused due to a disability, qualifying medical condition, or other compelling reason certified by the agency head and the employee’s supervisor.”

Months later, HHS updated its telework or remote policy, failing to include telework as a reasonable accommodation for those with disabilities. 

After a number of CDC employees—including reports that one pregnant employee suffered hospitalization from stress of the policy change—the CDC paused the rule. AFGE said that under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008, guaranteed protections for employees are being violated, in addition to rules handed down by the Trump administration. 

Chapter presidents claim the wait is leaving affected employees up in the air.

“If there’s any discussions happening, it’s happening between the CDC’s leadership and HHS, it’s not happening with the employees,” AFGE Local 2883 President Yolanda Jacobs said during an interview with NPR. “Employees are finding out secondhand and last minute.” 

The new CDC memo stated the new telework policy took effect Aug. 13, but will wait for HHS to instruct on how to properly proceed with remote accommodations for disabled employees. “Until additional clarification is received,” pending approval requests will be “paused until further notice.”

Employees can still work remotely until current telework arrangements expire, but the stressors of “what if” are still apparent. 

The union revealed that roughly 250 employees working at the CDC’s Atlanta headquarters have reached out to share their concerns about losing their telework arrangements.

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Wellstar’s CareerCare Program Offers Free Healthcare Job Training And Education For Georgia Workers

The healthcare company provides no-cost education and training, on top of guaranteed job placement.


Wellstar’s CareerCare program has already started changing the lives and careers of Georgia residents.

The program offers free job training and education for Georgians wanting career advancement. The job pipeline provides not only tuition and books, but also scrubs and guaranteed job placements. It aims to increase the healthcare workforce in Georgia, remedying a staffing shortage for nurses and other medical staff.

“Healthcare needs people, and people need opportunity — CareerCare connects the two,” said Evelyn Rosenthal, Wellstar assistant vice president of Leader and Employee Development, to 11Alive. “We’re building a pipeline of talent right here in Georgia, investing in the next generation of caregivers.”

According to Staff Relief Inc., Georgia has already reached “critical levels” in its nursing shortages in almost every county. In response to the growing crisis, Wellstar has launched this expanded program to train and equip aspiring nursing professionals.

The initiative is helping Georgians with an interest in healthcare find a viable pathway into these careers. One woman, Shequita Starks, was inspired to enter the program following her family’s positive experience with nurses.

“I started as a warehouse worker, and now I’m in the nursing field, and I have found my true passion,” she told 11Alive. “I love taking care of people…I just needed to make a paycheck for the kids, and I thought, ‘No, this is not what I wanted to do.’ I tried to take care of people and make a difference in the world,” she said. 

Starks originally worked at a warehouse, but has now reached her dreams of a fulfilling profession through the CareerCare program. Now, she instills the same compassion and expertise that she once witnessed. She began her journey as a patient care technician before becoming a certified nursing assistant.

She has already graduated but continues her studies at Chattahoochee Technical College for her degree in nursing. After juggling her previous job and coursework, Starks has inspired others to take the jump into healthcare.

The no-cost program offers flexible, hybrid scheduling for the fast-track curriculum. Wellstar also provides career navigators to help participants in the job application process, while still offering roles within its healthcare system. The company hopes that this increased accessibility will attract more Georgians to this critical industry.

“It’s not one size fits all,” shared Rosenthal. ” No matter your lifestyle or family responsibilities, we have a program and support system just for you.”

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Claudienne Hibbert-Smith Wins Prestigious Award For Clocking $377M In Real Estate Sales In 1 Year

Claudienne Hibbert-Smith’s recognition by NAREB underscores her influence as both a business leader and community advocate. The $377 million milestone reflects her team’s dedication


Claudienne Hibbert-Smith, the founder and CEO of TRU Real Estate Exchange Elite, and an African American real estate mogul from Miami, has been recognized by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) with the Top Teams Award for an outstanding $377 million in sales volume in 2024. This recognition places Hibbert-Smith and her team among the very best in the nation, honoring not only their production but their ongoing commitment to transforming lives through homeownership and real estate wealth building.

Hibbert-Smith’s recognition by NAREB underscores her influence as both a business leader and community advocate. The $377 million milestone reflects her team’s dedication to:

• Educating buyers and sellers on building wealth through real estate.

• Expanding access to grants, down payment assistance, and financing options.

• Developing agents into industry leaders through training, mentorship, and systems.

• Creating impact far beyond sales numbers by fostering homeownership in underserved communities.

Hibbert-Smith said, “Winning this award is about more than numbers — it’s about creating opportunities, building legacies, and proving that when we work together, we can transform entire communities. I’m honored to stand on the shoulders of those who fought for democracy in housing, and I’m committed to carrying that mission forward through every deal, every agent, and every family we serve.”

About her company

TRU Real Estate Exchange, a South Florida-based powerhouse real estate team led by Claudienne Hibbert-Smith and powered by EXP Realty. Built on the principles of excellence, education, and empowerment, TRU specializes in helping buyers, sellers, and investors achieve their real estate goals while also training agents to maximize their production and wealth-building potential.

About NAREB

Founded in 1947, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) is the oldest minority trade association in America. Known as the “Realtists,” NAREB was established to ensure democracy in housing and to empower Black real estate professionals at a time when access to the industry and fair housing were systematically denied. Today, it continues to advance its mission by supporting African-American real estate professionals and advocating for policies that expand Black homeownership, generational wealth, and economic empowerment.

This story was originally reported by Blacknews.com

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Little Rock Nine, Arkansas

The Little Rock Nine Made History On This Day 68 Years Ago

These young students became icons of determination


On Sept. 24, 1957, President Dwight D. Eisenhower deployed federal troops to Little Rock, Arkansas, to guide nine Black students into Central High School. Known as the Little Rock Nine, these young students became icons of determination in a movement toward desegregation in America’s public schools. Sixty-eight years later, we pay homage to their bravery —and remember their names. Here’s a glimpse at each of the nine and their enduring contributions.


Ernest Green

Ernest Green, the sole senior in the group, made history in 1958 by becoming the first Black graduate of Central High School. His graduation ceremony was honored by the presence of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Following this milestone, Green embarked on an extraordinary journey, serving as assistant secretary of labor under President Jimmy Carter and later thriving as a successful investment banker.

Elizabeth Eckford

Eckford’s journey through a hostile crowd on her first day of school created one of the most lasting images of the Civil Rights Movement. She later enlisted in the United States Army, worked as a probation officer, and continued to advocate publicly for the significance of resilience and racial justice.

Jefferson Thomas

Jefferson Thomas was a sophomore during the integration. Thomas eventually became the first of the Little Rock Nine to earn a college degree. He worked as an accountant for the Department of Defense and remained an active volunteer with the NAACP until he died in 2010.

Minnijean Brown Trickey

Known for her quiet resilience, Brown Trickey was ultimately expelled from Central High after responding to ongoing harassment. She later pursued a career as a social worker and educator, taking on roles in both Canada and the United States. She has consistently been a passionate advocate for civil rights and social justice.

Terrence Roberts

Roberts finished his junior year at Central High before his family relocated to California. He eventually obtained a Ph.D. in psychology and became a university professor. Over the years, Roberts has dedicated himself to education and mental health, imparting wisdom from his experiences.

Carlotta Walls Lanier

The youngest member of the nine, at just 14 years old, Lanier graduated from Central High in 1960. She went on to become a real estate broker in Denver and wrote the memoir A Mighty Long Way. Additionally, she has served as the president of the Little Rock Nine Foundation.

Thelma Mothershed Wair

Despite encountering hostility at Central High, Mothershed Wair persevered through her coursework and obtained her diploma via correspondence. She then became a special education teacher in Illinois, dedicating her career to supporting students with disabilities.

Melba Pattillo Beals

A junior during the integration, Patillo Beals later emerged as an award-winning journalist and author. Her memoir, Warriors Don’t Cry, offers a poignant account of her time at Central High. She then transitioned to teaching communications and continued to advocate for civil rights.

Gloria Ray Karlmark

Karlmark was just 15 years old when she entered Central High. After moving abroad, she built a career in science and technology, working as a technical writer for IBM and later as an executive in Europe. She co-founded a journal on technology and diversity.

The Little Rock Nine endured threats, harassment, and isolation, yet their determination helped dismantle segregation in American schools. More than six decades later, their bravery stands as a testament to the power of young people to change history.

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Women’s Professional Baseball League To Debut In May 2026

The Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) will launch May 2026.


The Women’s Pro Baseball League (WPBL) will debut in spring 2026, with six teams slated to start.

WPBL, the only professional women’s baseball league in America, had over 600 women register for tryouts in Washington, D.C., last month. The tryout was the first one held for women since 1943, when there was one for the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. That league ran from 1943 to 1954 and was featured in the 1992 hit movie A League of Their Own.

And we’re just getting started. 💫 pic.twitter.com/arUTJy2t7w

— Women’s Pro Baseball League (@wpbl_official) August 26, 2025

When the The Women’s Pro Baseball League debuts next May, it will be only the second time a professional baseball league will have women players on the baseball field.

The league has posted photographs from the tryouts to its social media accounts and promises that it will announce the cities that will have teams and where the inaugural WPBL draft will be held.

Former Hampton University softball player, Mo’ne Davis, who at the age of 13 in 2014 became the first girl to earn a win (while throwing a shutout) in the Little League World Series, hopes to make the WPBL.

“The opportunity to play in a women’s league is huge just because when I was younger, there was nothing like this around,” Davis told MLB.com “For younger girls to have something to look forward to as they get older is really fun. I know they always say, ‘Oh, go to softball,’ but it’s two completely different sports. So when you have something to look forward to, it makes things 10 times better. You have something in life that you want to go and achieve.”

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Social Media Outraged As Contestants Overlook Black Miss International Queen Winner

Social media erupts as Black Miss International Queen winner appears ignored by fellow contestants.


Social media is sounding off after contestants of the Miss International Queen 2025 appeared to ignore the Black American woman who won.

Midori Monet was crowned the winner of this year’s Miss International Queen pageant, the world’s largest and most prestigious competition for transgender women. However, her crowning sparked controversy when fellow contestants were seen cheering for the runner-up, Miss Cuba, instead of Monet, leading to accusations of racism.

“Real life representation of what Black Women deal with on a daily basis,” one X user wrote along with a video clip of the moment. “Thank you to Miss Malaysia and Miss Indonesia for hugging the winner, Miss USA.”

Video footage shows Monet standing alone while other contestants cheered and surrounded runner-up Miss Cuba, Olivia Lauren. Miss Malaysia, Khleo Ambrose, and Miss Indonesia, Kaycia Lee, were the first contestants to approached Monet to offer congratulations.

After a clip of the moment spread across social media, many called out what they saw as a racially charged moment, accusing the other contestants of ignoring Monet because of her race.

“One word: Racism,” one viewer wrote on TikTok.

“A powerful moment highlighting the support Black women often need but rarely get publicly,” one X user wrote.

“Someone on TikTok said bullies always have crowds supporting them,” added someone else.

The drama continued after the crowning when Lauren, in an onstage interview, claimed she had been “bullied” during the competition and expressed disappointment over Monet’s win.

“Throughout this competition, to say the least, I’ve been bullied, and I have been told I look like a man. I have been pushed. I have been thrown rocks at. And, well, it’s a bit of a shock to see what’s happened,” Lauren said. “It is what it is, and we have to move forward.”

When asked about Monet, Lauren didn’t hold back her clear disapproval of the newly crowned queen.

“I think the organization is going to have a lot of work to do, if that’s what they choose. But I’m so confused because this was ‘beyond beauty,'” she said, noting this year’s pageant theme.

During her crowning, Monet embraced her identity as a Black trans woman and highlighted the significance of her win for the broader community.

“I feel I am living out my ancestors’ wildest dreams: being here, loud and proud in my skin, happy with who I am, and representing my entire community,” she said. “It feels so amazing, and I’m so happy to do it alongside my sisters. It means the world to me.”

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Las Vegas

Las Vegas’ ‘Fabulous 5-Day’ Sale Offers Deals On Hotels, Entertainment To Fight Sagging Tourism

The sale ranges across multiple hotels and attractions across the Las Vegas Strip.


Las Vegas is trying to boost tourism through a city-wide sale on hotels and entertainment throughout its famous Strip.

Steve Hill, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, announced the “Fabulous 5-Day” sale. Deemed the “biggest sale in Vegas history,” the move aims to bring visitors back to Sin City with deals that hopefully entice spending.

Las Vegas has seen its visitors decrease by 11.3 percent.

“Given the current economic environment, the value message that is part of this initiative is important,” Hill told TPG in an interview reported by The Neighborhood Talk. “Las Vegas has been responding to some of the concerns of our customers around value in a number of different ways. We brought up the idea to our hotel partners, and they loved it. They jumped on it and helped make it happen.”

As part of the “Fabulous 5-Day Sale,” visitors to and residents of Vegas can get exclusive deals with hotel partners from Caesars to MGM. Caesars Properties will offer free parking and 25% off food and drinks during one’s stay; locals get 15% off hotel bookings through March.

Fans of other hotspots such as the Bellagio and Fontainebleau can also get percentages off their room rates, as well as dining credit. However, the deal extends to entertainment and attractions across Vegas, such as discounted helicopter rides and tickets to shows from entertainers ranging from Martin Lawrence to Erykah Badu.

However, some deem the historic sale as indicative of a looming recession. With Las Vegas offering discounts on such a wide scale, many believe the tourism sector is in a dire state.

The sale will take place from Sept. 22 through 27.

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Teaching Assistant Allegedly Unleashed ‘Poop’ Spray in S.C. High School, Caused $55K In Damages

Several students required medical attention due to the spray.


South Carolina teaching assistant Alexander Paul Robertson Lewis was arrested after allegedly using a can of spray that mimics the smell of “poop”—or “fecal matter”—throughout a high school, causing approximately $55,000 in damage and leading to many students requiring medical attention.

Authorities from the Florence County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest on its Facebook page after apprehending the 32-year-old on Sept. 20. The incidents took place at West Florence High School in Florence, South Carolina, where Lewis was employed.

He is accused of spraying the “foul” odor on several days between Aug. 25 and as recently as Sep. 19.

Lewis was charged with disturbing schools (non-student) and malicious injury to Property (over $10,000).

Several students who were affected by the spray required medical attention for respiratory issues. Due to the sprayings, the high school’s air conditioning system was damaged and had to be inspected. The cost: more than $55,000.

Officials say the investigation is ongoing and that additional charges may be filed against Lewis.

According to WPDE, deputies say Lewis was seen on surveillance video walking through the school’s breezeway while holding the spray can in his right hand. “Lewis repeatedly claimed he sprayed a lemon-scented hand sanitizer, and deputies say they found that sanitizer in the door compartment of Lewis’s car,” the outlet reported.

A deputies’ report stated that he was seen spraying something while he approached his classroom, and then he slipped the item into his pocket. When questioned, he denied knowing what was taking place, but based on the video, along with Lewis’s statements, Lewis was charged.

“The incident reports say that during questioning, Lewis repeatedly denied knowing what was going on, even while watching the video of himself,” WPDE reported.

Lewis is currently out of jail after a bond hearing was held Sept. 20, and he posted the bond, set at just over $9,000.

WPDE did not

Erica Campbell

Emotional Wellness On The Main Stage: Erica Campbell’s Laugh, Cry, Heal Tour Is Coming To A City Near You

Launched virtually in 2024, Laugh, Cry, Heal returns this fall for its second year with live events in Birmingham (Oct. 3–4), Phoenix (Oct. 24–25), and Chicago (Oct. 31–Nov. 1). For Erica Campbell, the response to year one made it clear she had tapped into a deeper need.


As an award-winning gospel artist, bestselling author, and co-host of the nationally syndicated Get Up! Mornings with Erica Campbell, Erica Campbell has built her career delivering music and messaging that heals and uplifts. Now, she’s extending that mission with Laugh, Cry, Heal—a two-day experience blending music, conversation, therapy, and worship aimed at true transformation. 

Launched virtually in 2024, Laugh, Cry, Heal returns this fall for its second year with live events in Birmingham (Oct. 3–4), Phoenix (Oct. 24–25), and Chicago (Oct. 31–Nov 1). For Campbell, the response to year one made it clear she had tapped into a deeper need.

“What I learned is the value in allowing women a space to talk about their faith and their mental health, their vulnerability, to ask tough questions and get answers and literally leave changed,” Campbell told Black Enterprise. “One event can open the door for so many women to walk into their freedom and healing. It happened for me, too, as the host. I just knew I had to do it again because it was such a powerful moment.” 

Part of the beauty of Laugh, Cry, Heal is the way Campbell shares her own healing journey by opening each event with a theatrical piece titled Hello, Sadness, which gives grief and struggle a face and a voice. By sharing her own journey of learning to embrace vulnerability, she invites attendees to lower their walls, too.

“I give her a gender, I give her a personality,” Erica Campbell explains. “And I don’t want her there, because to me, sadness equals weakness and tears—powerlessness. It is literally my own story of being very happy about the fact that I’m not a super emotional woman… But I’ve learned the power in saying, ‘I’m not OK right now, but I will be.’ Being honest with yourself is healing. When my walls come down, theirs do too.” 

While the event does make a stop in Chicago, Campbell also deliberately chose two other relatively smaller markets, Birmingham and Phoenix.

“Those cities stood out because they’re valuable markets, but not places I go often,” she explained. “It’s about building relationships beyond the Atlantas, New Yorks, or D.C.s. People everywhere are eager about their faith and mental wellness.” 

Each stop follows a two-day format: an intimate VIP gathering on Friday night, followed by Saturday programming with music, therapy, and candid conversation.

“VIP is about 200 people, no rush, just real connection,” Erica Campbell said. “Saturday is therapeutic, educational, and freeing. There’s a Q&A too, so women can ask what they’ve been holding in. It’s about ushering in freedom and encouraging women to gather in their own cities and heal.” 

No tour is complete without the right mix of voices, and Campbell has been intentional about building a stage that balances clinical expertise, spiritual depth, and cultural resonance. The curatorial choices behind Laugh, Cry, Heal reflect Campbell’s deep sense of calling.

“It is literally prayer,” Campbell said of selecting speakers and performers. “This is not just, ‘I needed a business.’ My life is already busy. I want to align with people who are called to me. Because when you’re called to it, if it gets difficult, you won’t quit. This event is so purpose- and heart-driven.” 

From clinical experts to cultural change-makers, the 2025 Laugh, Cry, Heal lineup is designed to guide women through release, reflection, and renewal. Among the featured speakers and performers:

• Dr. Sarita Lyons – Psychotherapist and advocate at the intersections of mental health and justice

• Love McPherson – Relationship expert and founder of Love Infinity, Inc.

• Lena Byrd Miles – Gospel artist whose voice carries both power and peace

• Sybil Amuti – Strategist and host of The Great Girlfriends podcast

• Jor Él Quinn – Advocate for emotional honesty and wholeness in men’s lives

• Brittany Phillips – Trauma therapist and emotional wellness coach, Daniels Coaching Group

• Pastor Adrian Lindsey – Life coach and pastor focused on holistic living

• GooGoo Atkins – Confidence coach championing identity and truth

• Dr. Tara Jenkins – Founder of MinistryMates.org, empowering women in ministry

“I personally curated this lineup with intention,” Campbell emphasized in her official statement about the lineup. “I wanted women with a passion for healing inside and out, and a powerful male voice to stand alongside them. Together, they represent truth-telling, emotional depth, spiritual grounding, and joy. They speak to our real lives, not just our highlight reels. This is who I trust to help us laugh, cry, and most importantly, heal.”

This is only the beginning, as far as the singer is concerned. Campbell told Black Enterprise that she trusts the people around her to help as her movement continues to grow.

“I have an amazing team and I believe that faith and business can coexist,” she explained. “Even in our faith events, we need infrastructure. Jesus had 12 guys around him—one was a lawyer, one was in finance. That showed me you need structure. My team is already strategizing and talking about 2026. I know this has great value, and it can absolutely be scalable.” 

For Campbell, wellness isn’t separate from wealth—it’s foundational to it.

“We are broken. We have a bad perspective on love, on friendship, on God, on finances. We need to heal financially, too, so we can own what’s ours,” she urged. “We have the largest buying power, but why don’t we see that in our communities? A lot of people are praying where they’re supposed to be putting a plan. Healing is the beginning of that.” 

It’s a message that resonates deeply with Black Enterprise readers, who see Campbell modeling what it looks like to leverage influence with impact.

Campbell offers this advice for other women leaders hoping to launch purpose-driven movements:

“Find your confidence first. There’s every reason not to do it, but when you’re called, you’ve got to believe it first. If what you’re building is something people need, then you have to push and fight to get it to them. God will never pull from you and not replenish you.” 

She hopes the future of Laugh, Cry, Heal will include television, local chapters, and global reach.

“I would hope that we could Laugh, Cry, Heal on every continent,” Campbell said. “That women everywhere could find spaces for freedom and healing.” 

For now, she’s focused on creating three unforgettable stops this fall—and reminding her audience that healing is the foundation of freedom.

And fittingly, when asked which song moves her most from crying to healing, Erica Campbell didn’t hesitate.

“I would have to go all the way back to the beginning and just go to “Shackles,”” she said, celebrating 25 years since Mary Mary’s breakthrough hit. “It’s about praising your way through the circumstance. That’s what healing looks like to me.” 

Visit https://loveerica.com/laughcryheal for tickets and more information.

By Janeé Bolden

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