Editorials

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has taken a stand against ICE's illegal activities in the city, creating an executive order to hold rogue federal agents accountable and strengthen sanctuary protections.

Three young Black Americans share their experiences of maintaining friendships across racial lines, what allyship means to them, and what care they still want to receive from their non-Black peers, emphasizing that true interracial friendships require more than social media posts or attending protests.

Taylor Rehmet, a union leader and military veteran, won the special election for Texas Senate District 9, defeating Republican Leigh Wambsganss and representing a 31-point swing in voter sentiment, suggesting a potential shift in the political landscape of Texas.

The story of Loving v. Virginia is a testament to the power of love to overcome adversity, and should be celebrated in Black History Month as a reminder of the courage it took to fight for the right to love.

Black workers are disproportionately affected by economic fragility, with a Black labor underutilization rate of approximately 14.3%, which is recession-level distress, and official statistics often fail to capture the reality of Black workers' economic insecurity.

On Black HIV/AIDS Day, the focus must transition from fear and risk to centering joy, agency, and pleasure in prevention efforts. This shift is crucial to empower Black women and effectively combat the HIV epidemic.

Minneapolis has emerged as a pivotal battleground against the rise of white nationalism, prompting a call for Republicans of color to reflect on the historical cautionary tale of the Union of German National Jews and reevaluate their allegiance to the MAGA movement.

The president's circulation or endorsement of a video depicting former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as monkeys, followed by a refusal to apologize or disavow the imagery, exemplifies a strategic dehumanization of Black people, aimed at justifying harm, exclusion, and control.

as black history month commences, it is imperative to acknowledge the enduring strength of the black community, rooted in unity, cohesion, and political influence cultivated over generations. by maintaining familial and communal bonds, we can secure a more promising future for everyone.

The #SayHerName movement, initiated to spotlight law enforcement violence against Black women, is being misappropriated by white activists in protests over the killing of white women. This social justice campaign is specifically designed to address the systemic issue of Black women disproportionately falling victim to police violence.