They teach at Ivy League schools, hold high government offices, run nonprofits and publish newsletters. They fight for energy independence and promote green jobs among the economically challenged. They speak out against environmental racism and research climate change. You might have never heard of them, but the following African Americans are working hard for environmental causes. In honor of Earth Day, Black Voices is shedding light on eleven of the thousands of blacks who are dedicated to making our world a safer, healthier place.
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While on a family vacation with Tom and Suri, Katie Holmes hit the beach near Rio de Janeiro in this blue one piece.
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Rihanna hits the stage at the NFL Pepsi Smash Super Bowl Concert in a pair of knee-high black boots. What do you think about the pop singer's look?
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Mischa Barton wore this Elie Saab couture mint green gown to the Fashion Dinner for Aids at the Pavillon d'Armenonville. Is Mischa's look a hit or miss?
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Heroes star Hayden Panettiere arrives at the NBC Universal Pre-Super Bowl event at Portofino in a black tuxedo jacket and dress with a plunging neckline. Is the Hollywood starlet hot or not?
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Diane Kruger wore Nina Ricci for the Fashion Dinner for Aids at the Pavillon d'Armenonville. Is her dress a mess or amazing?
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Kim Kardashian opted for this floral strapless Tracey Reese dress for the 2009 Moves Magazine Super Bowl Party at The Venue Club. Let us know what you think about Kim's look.
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Burlesque beauty Dita Von Teese wore an ice blue Elie Saab (left) satin dress at the Fashion Dinner for Aids at the Pavillon d'Armenonville.
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Spanish actress Penelope Cruz appeared at the the 2009 Goya Cinema Awards in Madrid in this black lace Chanel gown. Is it a win or a loss?
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Amy Adams wore a Jasmine di Milo gold and silver sequin backless dress and Christian Louboutin heels to the 61st Annual Directors Guild of America Awards.
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Being thousands of miles away didn't stop Meryl Streep from celebrating the inauguration. The actress wore this Catherine Malandrino flag dress to the Paris premiere of Doubt.
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By: ADMR on 4/21/2009 8:48PM
GREEN is The New BLACK!
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By: kcn9971 on 4/21/2009 8:56PM
Can someone explain to me what is a "Green" job. and where are all these jobs located. The only thing I have seen with all this green talk is expensive lightbulbs and the environmentalist telling us to buy small silly cars(Smart Car).People don't want to hear about green; we want to start seeing some green- in our paychecks! Turning off lights and taking a bath once a week to save water; might save the planet but, it probably wont create a single job!!
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By: Lennon on 4/28/2009 7:11AM
I think it is good to note this, however minorities have always led the way in the greening of America. Since we don't have as much, we tend to conserve and reuse a lot more.
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