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The Drum Beats Again for Our Black Colleges By Dennis Richmond, Jr.

More than a decade ago, I started talking to young people, mostly teenagers, about Historically Black Colleges and Universities because I knew firsthand what an HBCU could do for a young Black student. I was 19 years old and attending Claflin University when I began...

What can Black New Yorkers expect from a Bruce Blakeman administration?

https://youtu.be/IkYkdx2x11w With Election Day approaching, Black Westchester Magazine sits down for an exclusive interview with Nassau County Executive and Republican candidate for New York Governor Bruce Blakeman. Publisher Damon K. Jones goes beyond the usual political talking points to ask Blakeman direct questions about the issues affecting...
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Westchester Black Church’s Moral Imperative: Speaking Truth to Power, Condemning Violence and Oppression in Palestine

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, where both Christian churches and mosques...

As A Family Member Of A Victim Of Injustice, This Is My Opinion On The Upcoming Westchester District Attorney Election by Kenneth Chamberlain Junior

Picture this: the big election in Westchester for District Attorney is like a giant...

The District Pac Calls Congressman Bowman & The Squad Race Hustlers, Latimer Silent About Community Dividing Actions Of His Supporters

The District Pac claims Congressman Bowman and The Squad are dividing our communities when...

Latimer Becomes Irritated With Voters Who Question Him At New Rochelle Black History Month Event

On Saturday, February 10th, I had the pleasure of being a vendor at the...

Prelude To Sunday’s Show Addressing the Attempted GOP Coup Of The Westchester Democratic Party

Well, over the past few weeks, I have sat back and read all the...

The Urgent Call for Justice in Black America (OP-ED) By Kenneth Chamberlain Junior

In a nation that prides itself on equality and justice for all, one cannot...

The Truth Black Families Are Owed: 50 Years of the Black Family Crisis, but Nobody Wants to Admit it.

In 1965, a controversial report warned of a growing crisis in Black families that...

How Wealthy Special Interests AIPAC Control Politics with GOP Blood Money: A Detriment to Westchester Residents

In the current campaign funding landscape, wealthy special interests such as GOP-funded AIPAC wield...

The Influence of AIPAC: The Attempted Crucifixion of Congressman Jamaal Bowman

For several months, there have been rumors about Westchester County Executive George Latimer considering...

What I learned from Congressman Jamaal Bowman By Mitch Weisburgh

Today I attended Congressman Jamaal Bowman’s Healing Breakfast: Fighting Antisemitism & Hate. Here is...

After Careful Consideration, I Am Supporting Lisa Maria Nero For Greenburgh Town Clerk And Here’s Why by Tasha Young

For several years now, I have known Greenburgh Town Clerk Judith A. Beville and...

Anti-Racist Alliance Writes Letter Urging CE Latimer Not To Challenge Rep Bowman In 2024 Dem Primary

In a heartfelt letter addressed to Mr. Latimer, a concerned constituent has expressed...

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The Drum Beats Again for Our Black Colleges By Dennis Richmond, Jr.

More than a decade ago, I started talking to young people, mostly teenagers, about...

What can Black New Yorkers expect from a Bruce Blakeman administration?

https://youtu.be/IkYkdx2x11w With Election Day approaching, Black Westchester Magazine sits down for an exclusive interview with...

If You Felt It, You’re Not Wrong: Puerto Rico Is In Our Blood, Water Should Be In Its Faucets By Larnez Kinsey

More than 180,000 households in Puerto Rico were subject to announced water rationing measures...

“Why Was She The Only One Detained?” — Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers In Skipper Case

Tanika Inlaw, Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers After Black Female Candidate Detained in...

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“Why Was She The Only One Detained?” — Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers In Skipper Case

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Early Voting Starts Tomorrow: Every Westchester Location, Hour & Deadline You Need for the Nov 3 Election

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THE WARNING BLACK AMERICA IGNORED: HOW THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY AND INTEGRATION FAILED TO DELIVER ECONOMIC FREEDOM

https://youtu.be/sZ9FlpRlC8M In 2005, legendary entertainer and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte delivered a warning that Black America should have taken seriously. Speaking before the Congressional...

Skipper Detained After Altercation With Opponent’s Mother at Yonkers Candidates Night

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KEEP MY NAME OUT OF YOUR NARRATIVE By Larnez Kinsey

I volunteered my time. I walked away. Six months later, why am I still being pulled into a campaign I left behind? Imagine getting up...