A Stunning Surprise At Jury Duty
byI did my civic duty recently by serving on jury duty. After waiting half a day in a holding room, all of us John…
Perspectives
Constitutional Presidential Qualifications Need To Change
byI had an Irish friend ask me recently if African Americans will vote for Donald Trump for president. My answer was, “Hell no, but…
Fleeting Collaborations and Conflicting Choices
byBy Paul King I have long been concerned about the influence of outside groups on Black activism. For instance, in the 1970s, the United…
‘THE TALK” OR 12 RULES TO LIVE BY IF STOPPED BY THE POLICE FOR BLACK MALES
byBlack parents have a conversation with their children, especially their sons, that has become known as “The Talk.” It is about how to handle…
America, Where Are You?
byAmerica is living in crisis and is explosive at this time. We are looking racism dead in the face, no matter who or where…
To Leave Or Not To Leave The City?
byI came home early one day last week to find my neighbor moving. I was stunned. We are not friends, but we are good…
Open Letter to College Age African-American and Hispanic/Latino Males (17 to 35)
byDear Son: I hope you will allow me to call you son. I know you are not really my son, but you could have…
Beyoncé ‘Slays’ Even in the Rain
byThe rain poured, the show was delayed, but then Beyoncé proved once again why she’s one of the greatest entertainers of all time. The…
The Gift of the Lucas Museum
byUsually when people are offered a gift, they accept with a thank you. Not so in the case of Chicago and the George Lucas…
Why Use The “N Word” When We Mean “Nigger”?
by“N word” is one of the most powerful in America’s vocabulary. The word has a history of being degrading and derogatory. The word connotes…
Prince (1958-2016): Why Did He Die Alone?
byWhat is there to say about Sir Prince that hasn’t already been said? I have focused my listening ear to his music since his…
Thoughts On Today’s World
byby Hermene Hartman The world is forever evolving, but I am beginning to struggle with some of the changes and what I consider to…