NABJ facing backlash over former President Trump invitation

NABJ facing backlash over former President Trump invitation

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The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention is facing controversy as Karen Atia resigns over the decision to interview Trump. NABJ President Ken Lemon explains the organization's efforts to engage with both Democratic and Republican nominees, including attempts to involve Vice President Harris, who could not attend due to scheduling conflicts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is the National Association of Black Journalists hosting?

A sports tournament

A journalism convention

A music festival

A political debate

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Karen Atia resign from her position as co-chair?

She was not interested in journalism anymore

She wanted to focus on personal projects

She was offered a better job

She disagreed with the decision to include Trump

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Karen Atia express her disapproval of the event's decision?

By organizing a protest

By tweeting her resignation

By writing a letter to the editor

Through a press conference

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was NABJ's plan regarding Vice President Harris?

To have her perform at the event

To have her attend an in-person panel

To include her in a virtual panel

To exclude her from the event

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given for Vice President Harris not attending the NABJ event?

She was attending another event

She disagreed with the event's theme

Her schedule could not accommodate the request

She was not invited