50 years of economic futility
During the 50 years from 1963 to 2013, black people have been on a virtual economic treadmill. Our relative economic position has not changed. Our unemployment rate consistently has been twice as high as the white unemployment rate. It was …
The evolution of Malcolm X
“You may be shocked by these words coming from me. But on this pilgrimage, what I have seen, and experienced, has forced me to rearrange much of my thought patterns previously held, and to toss aside some of my previous …
Real realities of poverty
The racial differential in the poverty rate is staggering. About 12 percent of the people in the United States, one in eight people are poor. Depending on race and ethnicity, however, poverty is experienced differently. Fewer than one in 10 …
Each generation offers something
Whether it is in an inner-city neighborhood across America, the Caribbean, in Europe or in a sprawling mass of people in an African or Brazilian urban area, millions of black youths throughout the world are crying out for a better …
No hooray for Hollywood
“Diversity is basically a description of independence. Diversity is what moves the ball for me, and I thought ‘give people a chance that have different points of view. Let the audience decide whether they like it or not. But give …
Let’s keep making black history
The best way to celebrate Black History Month is to make more black history. Black History Month is now celebrated around the world. We are grateful for the visionary leadership of noted historian and scholar Carter G. Woodson for being …
Lynch may suffer GOP’s scorn of president
Brooklyn U.S. Attorney Loretta Lynch by any account has the highest legal and educational pedigree imaginable to succeed Eric Holder as U.S. attorney general
Is GOP ready to welcome black people?
Since the Republicans takeover of Congress on Nov. 4, I have received numerous emails and phone calls from friends who are Democrats indicating that they are ready to join the Republican Party.
Lesson for the holidays
Did you notice that some stores are already touting Christmas sales?
When does one become ‘black enough’?
The ongoing and bitter history of African-Americans who mistrust, ostracize and bully one another into following certain stereotypical traits, beliefs and concerns of the community has been a long and conflicting battle.
White House dismantling HBCUs
Not so long ago, Historically Black Colleges and Universities were just a thorn in the side of the Obama Administration. We soon will long for those days because signs of the administration shift from disregard to attempts at dismantling HBCUs …
Know the rules to vote on Election Day
When other Virginia voters arrive at their polling places on Nov. 4, many may be shocked to learn that they also are unable to vote — especially seniors, African-Americans, Latinos and the poor, who are less likely to have the …
Give ’em a break
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Should have taken a plea
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Victory for affirmative action
Fresh life to affirmative action
