At Howard, Protest Is Tradition. So Why Ban Kneeling?
Howard University's new policy banning kneeling during the national anthem has sparked outrage from students and alumni, who argue that it silences the voices of Black women and contradicts the university's legacy of protest and empowerment.
Tuskegee Aviation Program
Tuskegee University has launched a new aviation program to prepare students for high-demand careers in the aviation industry, providing them with technical skills, leadership, and a legacy of excellence.
For Black Runners, Nathan Martin’s LA Marathon Win Hits Different
Nathan Martin became the first U.S.-born Black man to win the L.A. Marathon, in a dramatic finish that highlights the challenges Black runners face due to systemic racism.
Women: The Backbone Of The Movement
The civil rights movement has been sustained by the tireless efforts of women like Jacqueline Jackson, who have worked behind the scenes to organize, raise funds, and provide emotional support to male leaders, while also balancing their own public and private responsibilities.
The White Privilege Predicament
White advantage is a measurable concept that acknowledges the racial bias in the system, and can be a powerful tool for uniting people across racial lines to create a more equitable society.
War Again – When Will It Stop?
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Trump are being criticized for their handling of the war, with many Americans disapproving of the conflict and its impact on the economy and the lives of those affected.
The Democratic Mayor Who’s Getting Black Men Right
Mayor Randall Woodfin of Birmingham, Alabama is investing in programs that provide Black men with job training, mentorship, and financial support to remove concrete barriers and create opportunities, which could help Democrats regain the support of this key demographic.
America is Experiencing the Age of the Dominus: Our Moment of Truth
The United States is experiencing a crisis of language as power becomes increasingly personalized and institutions are reoriented around individuals, resulting in a shift from shared democratic authority to personal discretion.
Women’s History Month: Built On Black Women’s Backs
Black women have been instrumental in the labor, political, and social progress of the United States, yet they remain underpaid and undervalued, and Women's History Month should be used to recognize their contributions and pay them accordingly.
As We Prepare to Lay Rev. Jackson to Rest, I’m Thinking About Words That...
Rev. Jesse Jackson's legacy of uniting people across racial lines to fight for social justice is being celebrated, and his strategy of using words to build coalitions is being remembered as a way to continue his work.
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Prosecutors Rest Their Case In Tupac Murder Trial After Letting The...
Prosecutors have rested their case in the murder trial of Duane “Keffe D” Davis, accused of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur.
