Something Positive: BHM100: Celebrating “Freedom’s Journal,” the 1st Black-Owned Newspaper in the U.S. | A Sign of Progress

Something Positive: BHM100: Celebrating “Freedom’s Journal,” the 1st Black-Owned Newspaper in the U.S. | A Sign of Progress

Why this story matters: Amid constant bad news, it’s important to highlight examples of progress that rarely make the front page. Quick summary: This story highlights recent developments related to african-american firsts, showing how constructive action can lead to meaningful results. by Lori Lakin Hutcherson, GBN Founder and Editor-in-Chief Sick and tired of having to constantly read racist commentary in the mainstream press of the United States, free Black Americans Rev. Samuel E. Cornish and John B. Russwurm started their own paper – Freedom’s Journal . First published on March 16, 1827 in New York City — the same year New York State abolished slavery – the four-page weekly was the first Black-owned newspaper of record in the United States. At its zenith, Freedom’s Journal circulated in 11 states, the District of Columbia, Haiti, Europe, and Canada. Would you like to read more good news about African-American Firsts , Black Newspapers , John B Russwurm , History , Samuel E Cornish , and Poli…