From The Publisher's Desk
The Crisis We Won’t Name in Black America
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The viral video of a chaotic street fight in Mount Vernon, New York — where teenagers and even adults were caught on camera violently...
From Healing to Weapon: How the MeToo Movement Was Hijacked and Turned Against Black Men
In 2006, long before hashtags and Hollywood headlines, activist Tarana Burke coined the phrase “Me Too.” It was a movement rooted in healing, designed...
“I Don’t Please Invisible People”: Unmasking the Architects of Black Dysfunction
“I don’t please invisible people.”
It’s a simple phrase, but it carries the weight of a spiritual declaration—and a cultural warning. In today’s society, especially...
Trump Is Dismantling the Department of Education: What Trump’s Education Move Means for Black America
On March 20, 2025, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order to begin dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. To some, this may...
Governor Hochul’s Reckless Firing of 2,000 Correction Officers Endangers Public Safety
Albany’s decision to fire over 2,000 correction officers in response to a prolonged strike is a shortsighted and reckless move that will have dire...
California’s AB 1333: Protecting Intruders, Endangering Homeowners and Families
Imagine this: you hear a crash downstairs in the middle of the night, and your heart races as you realize someone has broken into...
Policing Has Failed the Black Community: A Call for a Public Safety Mindset Change in 2025
For decades, the relationship between the Black community and law enforcement has been fraught with tension, mistrust, and systemic inequities. Despite numerous reform efforts,...
Trump’s Executive Order on Drug Cartels: A Game Changer for Law Enforcement or a New Set of Challenges?
On January 20, 2025, former President Donald Trump signed an executive order designating certain international drug cartels as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially...
Can Black Conservatism Mean Safe, Thriving Communities?
Maybe it's time for Black people to prioritize policy over party. I know for many, this might sound radical, even wild. But for decades,...
Accountability Must Match the Rhetoric in Mount Vernon
The recently released Department of Justice (DOJ) report on the Mount Vernon Police Department (MVPD) paints a disturbing picture of systemic abuses, unconstitutional policing,...
Stephen A. Smith’s Reflections on Black Conservatism and Black Political Polarization
Stephen A. Smith, a renowned sports commentator and cultural critic, recently delivered a thought-provoking monologue on the complex dynamics surrounding Black conservatives in the...
Justice, Perception, and the Law in the Case of Daniel Penny and Jordan Neely
The trial of Daniel Penny has reignited fierce debates on the intersections of law, race, and accountability. Penny, a white former Marine, placed Jordan...
The 2028 Democratic Field: Who Can Take on Vice President J.D. Vance?
The 2028 presidential race is shaping up to be a defining moment in American history. With Vice President J.D. Vance emerging as the presumptive...
Did the Clinton and Obama Era Harm or Help the Black Communities Progress?
While Bill Clinton and Barack Obama were in office, black Americans consistently backed Democratic presidents. Obama's election, which broke the nation's highest racial barrier, and...
The Hidden Cost of War: Black Lives on the Front Lines
When Americans cheer for war from the safety of their living rooms, they rarely see the faces of those who will actually do the...
If Trump Can Be President With Felonies, Why Can’t Everyone Have a Fair Shot
Donald Trump’s recent election to the presidency despite facing 35 felony charges has left many outraged, confused, and frustrated. But instead of directing our...
Black Dollars, White Wealth: Why Our Spending Power Isn’t Building Our Future
It’s crucial for Black people to cut through the distractions and have honest, unfiltered conversations about the state of our communities. Yes, we’ve earned...
The Importance of Physical Exercise for Quality of Life After 50
In our rapidly aging society, the debate over maintaining a high quality of life beyond 50 has never been more pressing. Among the various...
RFK Jr.’s Appointment Signals a Paradigm Shift in Health Policy and Big Pharmaceutical, Fast Food and Cereal Dynamics
The recent appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services has sent ripples through the stock market, notably affecting...
The True Meaning of Woke: A Lifeline for Black Survival, Not a Liberal Buzzword
For over three decades, I have fought for freedom, justice, and equality for Black people. This struggle has been deeply personal, grounded in the...
