Rev. Jesse Jackson, Voice of a People, Dies at 84 By Dennis Richmond, Jr., M.S.Ed.
Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a towering voice in the struggle for Black freedom, dignity, and opportunity, died on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was...
Why Black Men Are Remaining Rare in America’s Classrooms By Dennis Richmond, Jr., M.S.Ed.
Across the United States, Black men remain one of the most underrepresented groups in public school classrooms—a reality that continues to raise concern among...
Malcolm X’s Family in Mount Vernon, NY
When the story of Malcolm X, also known as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz—is told, it most often centers on Harlem, particularly the Ballroom where he...
Slaves Fought Back Even If It Killed Them By Dennis Richmond, Jr., M.S.Ed.
When most Americans think about slavery, the story is often told as one of endurance, suffering, and pain. But Black History Month calls on...
Only Christopher We Acknowledge Is Wallace
For generations, students across the United States were taught a simple story: Christopher Columbus discovered America. You know. “In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean...
