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Lauren Poteat is a versatile writer with a strong background in communications and media experience with an additional background in education and development.

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AFRICA NOW: Weah Elected as New Liberian President

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Parents Get a Second Chance During the Holidays

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Jesus Gets a Touch of Broadway for Christmas

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AFRICA NOW: Celebrating Christmas in Africa

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D.C. Council Passes Law Limiting Shelter Access for Homeless

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AFRICA NOW: LagosPhoto Creator Talks International African Art

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CBC Calls for Action Against Libya Slave Trade

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Students and volunteers participate in the inaugural "Black and Brown Hackathon" at Ron Brown College Preparatory High School in D.C. on Oct. 2. (Roy Lewis/The Washington Informer)
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D.C. Charter School Tackles Education Gap for Black Boys

by Lauren M. PoteatDecember 6, 2017October 31, 2020

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