Virginia's Redistricting Vote Is Just the Beginning A Supreme Court case looming over the Voting Rights Act could let Southern states redraw their maps — and hand Republicans up to a dozen seats.

Virginia votes today on gerrymandering. But the bigger fight isn't on tonight's ballot — it's at the Supreme Court.

If Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act gets overturned, Southern states could redraw their maps before 2028 and give Republicans up to a dozen seats. substack.com/home/post/p-...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump says US extending ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan's request as he waits for unified proposal from Islamic Republic.

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The Most Important Thing Dave Chappelle Ever Did Was Walk Away On fearlessness, the limitations of any one narrative, and what a history of Black comedy can and can’t show

I responded to a review of Black Out Loud in The Atlantic -- on fearlessness, creative freedom, what the book got right, and what it left out. This kind of conversation is exactly what I hoped the book would spark. Gift link: www.theatlantic.com/culture/2026...

@symonedsanders.bsky.social @eugenedaniels2.bsky.social @geoffrbennett.bsky.social talk about Geoff's book on African-American comedy history and the 90s shows. This is their wrap-up.

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The U.S. Postal Service announced this week that it's suspending employer pension contributions for its 640,000 workers.

I wrote about what's driving the financial crisis and what it means for the people who show up every day to deliver your mail. substack.com/home/post/p-...

A Ceasefire With Iran Is in Place. Whether It Holds Is Another Question. Former U.S. officials from both parties say the two-week truce is fragile, the strait remains contested, and the hardest diplomacy is still ahead.

My latest on Substack: A ceasefire is in place. The questions aren't settled. Former U.S. officials from both parties break down what was actually agreed to -- and why the Strait of Hormuz may be Iran's most powerful card. -->
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The Question That Led Me to Write Black Out Loud: A Guest Post by Geoff Bennett - B&N Reads From screen to stage, Black comedy has entertained American households for generations. Discover the actors, comedians and the evolution of an art form that transformed culture and was instrumental in...

Thanks to @barnesandnoble.com for the invitation to reflect on the inspiration behind my book, "Black Out Loud," released this week! www.barnesandnoble.com/blog/geoff-b...

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I'll be joining my friend @joycewhitevance.bsky.social at 2:30PM ET over on her Substack to discuss my new book, "Black Out Loud," about the legacy of 90s sitcoms and the history of Black comedy.

Grab a copy in print or audiobook wherever books are sold and join us! BlackOutLoudBook.com #booksky

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The 'In Living Color' Effect How a radical sketch-comedy show helped usher in the cultural boom of Black comedy in the 1990s

Every self-respecting comedy nerd needs to read @geoffrbennett.bsky.social’s wonderful essay on “In Living Color.” So many great stories from that era. And in many ways an ode to Keenan Ivory Wayans:

www.theatlantic.com/culture/2026...

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The 'In Living Color' Effect How a radical sketch-comedy show helped usher in the cultural boom of Black comedy in the 1990s

You can read an excerpt of my new book, BLACK OUT LOUD, right now in @theatlantic.com ! Fans of 90s sitcoms and culture, this book is for you! #booksky www.theatlantic.com/culture/2026...

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Promotional poster for a book event titled “Black Out Loud – Book Release Event!” on a teal background. The design features three black-and-white portrait photos set against colored panels: a smiling man resting his chin on his hand, a woman with shoulder-length hair looking directly at the camera, and a man in a suit smiling. Text reads: “An Afternoon with Sam Sanders, Danielle Pinnock, & Geoff Bennett.” Event details appear below: Dynasty Typewriter | Saturday, March 21st | Matinee 4PM. A small image of the book cover “Black Out Loud” appears near the right side of the poster. Additional text: “Tickets + Info: dynastytypewriter.com – On Sale Now.” Footer text notes: In partnership with PBS SoCal and KCRW. Books available for purchase from Reparations Club.

90s Black sitcoms were unmatched! Martin. Living Single. A Different World. In Living Color. All on the air at once, shaping culture in real time.

Join @samsanders.bsky.social , @bodycourage.bsky.social & me in LA on 3/21 for a conversation about that era and the story behind it. #booksky #blacksky

Promotional poster for the Black Out Loud book tour stop in New York City. The design features photos of comedians Jordan Carlos and Phoebe Robinson on the left with colorful background blocks. On the right, large text reads “Black Out Loud — On Tour.” Event details: New York, NY — An evening with Phoebe Robinson and Jordan Carlos. March 26 at 7:00 PM (doors at 6 PM) at The Greene Space in New York City. A banner reads: “Comedy, culture, and conversation — exploring the golden age and what it means now.” At the bottom are a photo of Geoff Bennett, the Black Out Loud book cover, and retailer logos including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop, Books-A-Million, Target, and Walmart. The footer directs viewers to blackoutloudbook.com for more information or to purchase the book.

New York! We’re going back to the 90s.

Comedians Phoebe Robinson, Jordan Carlos and I are talking about the era when Martin, Living Single, and A Different World shaped the culture.

The story behind Black Out Loud -- 3/26 in NYC.

Pre-order & free tickets: BlackOutLoudBook.com

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For a moment in the 1990s, Black comedy dominated TV.

Martin. Living Single. Fresh Prince. In Living Color.

My book, "Black Out Loud," tells the story of how that moment happened.

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CNN: Russia is aiding Iran’s war effort by providing intel on US military targets, sources say www.cnn.com/2026/03/06/p...

WATCH LIVE: Rev. Jesse Jackson celebrated in memorial service with Obama, Biden and Clinton Three former U.S. presidents, Grammy-winning artists, clergy and elected officials are expected to attend a Chicago celebration of life on Friday for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.

Here's a link to a livestream of the Jesse Jackson memorial service. Clinton, Obama, Biden and Harris are set to speak soon: www.pbs.org/newshour/pol...

Trump tariffs: Customs and Border Protection tells judge it can't comply with refund order CBP told Court of International Trade Judge Richard Eaton that the total amount of so-called IEEPA duties collected as of Tuesday is about $166 billion.

CNBC: U.S. Customs and Border Protection told a Court of International Trade judge it cannot comply with his order to begin refunding reciprocal tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. www.cnbc.com/2026/03/06/t...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump says he's replacing Homeland Security Secretary Noem with GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin.

NEW YORK (AP) — Dow drops 1,000 points as oil prices keep climbing because of the war with Iran.