OP-ED

Democratic socialist candidates have been successful in recent primaries, challenging the Democratic Party establishment and prompting questions about the future of the party and the role of the African American electorate.

The Supreme Court's decision to allow the Trump administration to terminate Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians has put over 350,000 Haitians at risk of deportation to a country in crisis, ignoring the humanitarian emergency and the contributions of Haitian migrants to the US.

The Supreme Court's decision to end Temporary Protective Status for Haitians was influenced by racial bias, as evidenced by the President's own statements and the Court's refusal to acknowledge the racism in the decision.

The Knicks' NBA Finals win reminded New Yorkers of the unifying power of sports and the collective experience of rooting for an underdog, providing a much-needed distraction from the turmoil of the past few months.

On Juneteenth, a large gathering of Black and White people celebrated Black music at the Hermitage, President Andrew Jackson's plantation, and called each other cousin to recognize the interconnectedness of all people.

Former President Barack Obama's legacy continues to cast a long shadow over President Donald Trump, as Trump struggles to defend his Iran agreement and is reminded of the admiration, popularity, and historic stature Obama achieved during his presidency.

Vice President JD Vance denied that Black history is being erased from public spaces, despite evidence to the contrary, which is part of the Trump Administration's anti-Black agenda and moral decline of the nation.

Dr. E. Faye Williams criticizes Trump for his lack of trustworthiness, his obsession with power, and his disrespect for others, while praising the Obamas for their hope and sacrifice.

Michelle Obama has been the target of far-right attacks that question her womanhood, appearance, and humanity, highlighting the intersection of racism, gender, and political grievance in Trump's MAGAverse.

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, it is important to remember the centuries-long struggle for justice and equality that has been fought by those who have been denied the full benefits of citizenship, and to strive for a patriotism rooted in honesty and memory, rather than denial and mythmaking.