Staying the course
At the start of the new year, we believe it is important to return to our foundation and clearly restate the mission of the Richmond Free Press.
Scott’s bold giving is transforming HBCUs and communities by Marc H. Morial
“It’s easy to focus on the methods of civic participation that make news, and hard to imagine the importance of the things we do each day with our own minds and hearts.
What happens when Black students’ civil rights are violated? by David W. Marshall
The Lady Justice statue, often seen in courthouses, has become the most recognized symbol of American justice.
SCC approved Dominion’s gas plant. Now, it’s reconsidering — here’s why by Ivy Main
The State Corporation Commission is reconsidering its approval of Dominion Energy Virginia’s 944-megawatt gas peaker plant, weeks after granting the utility permission to build it.
Who thinks Republicans will suffer in the 2026 midterms? Republicans by Charlie Hunt
The midterm elections for Congress won’t take place until November, but already a record number of members have declared they will not run again — 43 in the House and 10 in the Senate.
Why the rise of ‘AI Jesus’ demands a moral response from the church by Barbara Reynolds
Sooner rather than later, there must be an outcry that technology has crossed a sacred line. A growing wave of AI-powered religious apps now allows users to “text with Jesus,” “talk to the Bible” and even hold conversations with AI …
Holding vape shops accountable is a step toward safer communities
After reading the article in the Richmond Free Press entitled “Blowback,” I thank all the officials who have worked diligently to require vape shop owners to be responsible business owners in communities that are often low-income communities of color.
Honor America’s birthday by fighting for freedom, again by Ben Jealous
America has a big birthday in 2026. Here’s a hint: The celebration will not feel much like the last big one in 1976.
White privilege is not for everyone by David W. Marshall
We can all learn a lot from James Troiano, the retired New Jersey Superior Court judge. In 2017, Troiano ruled in favor of giving leniency to a then-16- year-old boy accused of raping an intoxicated 16-year-old girl at a basement …
Freedom for Christmas: the journey of an enslaved woman to Britain by Genevieve Johnson
A newly unveiled statue in North Shields is casting fresh light on the extraordinary life of Mary Ann Macham — a woman whose courage carried her from the brutality of slavery in Virginia to freedom on the banks of the …
Remembering William ‘Billy’ Flora, a free Black Virginian, American patriot by Tom Ewing
The Battle of Great Bridge on Dec. 9, 1775, was an important step on the road to American independence, as rebellious Virginia soldiers defeated a detachment loyal to royal governor Lord Dunmore.
New Year’s resolutions worth keeping by J. Basil Dannebohm
As the calendar once again turns over, many of us find ourselves looking back on the last year, sometimes with regret.
Yes, Virginia, there is still a Santa Claus by Bill Press
If there’s one thing never- Trumpers need this holiday season — and, remember, we are the majority of Americans! — it’s a bit of good cheer. Here it is.
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