Entertainment & Arts
Television: The NAACP president, who has been blasting networks for lack of diversity, has taped a talk-show pilot for an arm of NBC.
Aug. 17, 2001
Politics
Ex-Rep. Kweisi Mfume announces he’s seeking the 2006 Democratic nod for Maryland seat.
March 15, 2005
Industry: In Beverly Hills to announce Image Award nominees, Kweisi Mfume says a stronger watchdog is needed for TV, film opportunities.
Dec. 12, 1997
Television * Signaling a long-haul struggle for better opportunities for minorities, Kweisi Mfume says his organization’s efforts will expand.
Jan. 27, 2000
TelevisionExpressing disappointment with top TV executives, leader Kweisi Mfume renews calls for boycott.
Aug. 21, 1999
World & Nation
Kweisi Mfume’s Job is to Breathe New Life Into the NAACP. If He Does, Better Tell Louis Farrakhan and Jesse Jackson to Make Room.
July 21, 1996
Kweisi Mfume, head of the National Assn. for the Advancement of Colored People, was being treated at Johns Hopkins University Hospital for two herniated disks, a spokesman said Friday.
May 19, 1996
Police arrested the son of NAACP President Kweisi Mfume after he gave them a false name while being questioned about a traffic accident in Towson, Md.
Sept. 7, 1997
A son of NAACP President Kweisi Mfume could face up to seven years in prison after pleading guilty in the nation’s capital to drug conspiracy and weapon charges and admitting he sold cocaine for more than two years.
Oct. 30, 1999
Autos
NAACP President-designate Kweisi Mfume on Thursday announced a $100,000 donation from the Nissan Motor Corp.
Dec. 29, 1995