Q&A – with Congressman Jonathan L. Jackson
byCongressman Jonathan L. Jackson represents Illinois’ First Congressional District. Born to civil rights leaders Rev. Jesse Jackson and Jacqueline Jackson, the fight for underrepresented…
Race
What Does It Mean to Disband DEI?
byWhat does it mean that President Donald Trump disbanded diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives? His aim is to eliminate “racial/gender preference” and to focus…
Donald Trump Sworn in as 47th President of the United States
byDonald J. Trump has officially taken office as the 47th President of the United States, following an intense and controversial campaign that captivated and…
Northwestern University Commemorates the Life of MLK
byThe annual MLK Commemoration celebration at Northwestern University leans into Chicago’s history and ongoing efforts to reverse the harms of housing segregation. Two weeks…
The Democrats Missed the Civil Rights Voice…
byWhile America adjusts to its new political reality, something needs to be added to the political landscape in the Trump Era. Trump enters the…
What If Kamala Wore a Dress?
byThe November 5, 2024 presidential election is over. The shock wave shook. Indeed, it was historic in multiple ways. Oh, well. Here we are…
Is She Is, Or Is She Ain’t Black?
byOn July 31st, Republican candidate Donald Trump came to Chicago to appear in a three-way interview at the National Association of Black Journalists Conference….
Kamala, Kamala, Kamala…
byMalcolm X made a statement about Black women. He said, “The most disrespected person in America is the Black woman. The most unprotected person…
Trump and The Conservative Promise…
byAs a history student, I have questioned scholars, professors, and lecturers about how Adolf Hitler came into power. How did he do it? I…
Call My Name…
byIn a recent episode of N’DIGO STUDIO, we delved into the enduring impact of Emmett Till’s tragic murder. We heard from Mr. Wendell O’Neal,…
Why Are They Closing Top Performing Black Schools?
byA disturbing pattern is occurring in Chicago. Top-performing schools are being closed. The latest is Bronzeville Academy Charter School, located at 4930 S. Cottage…
Who Replaces Jesse Jackson? Really…
byLast year, at the RAINBOW PUSH Convention, Rev. Jesse Jackson named Reverend Dr. Frederick Haynes his successor. On February 1, 2023, the first day…