Wokeness as a Higher Consciousness
One of the most frequent critiques leveled against the Democratic Party is that they have become “too woke.” Critics claim that the focus...
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David W. Marshall
6 days ago4 min read
Navigating Through the Harsh Realities of White Supremacy
I’ve been told that I give the Black church too much credit. But when you look at how our ancestors navigated through the harsh realities...
Howard Eagle
Nov 132 min read
Let’s Rally Together and Demand Action Regarding the Racist Text Messages Sent to our Children!
So, apparently it has been confirmed that this modern-day-slavish-town is on the list of places targeted throughout some thoroughly...
George Payne
Nov 123 min read
As a Father, I Can’t Back Trump with a Clear Conscience
"The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible." — Dwight D. Eisenhower To put...
Howard Eagle
Nov 114 min read
Election 2024: What’s Really New?
I've noticed a number of news articles like this Analysis published in the New York Times, For Black Women, ‘America Has Revealed to Us...
Lydia Alston-Murphy
Nov 82 min read
Reality
I saw in Vice President Harris, a candidate that was equipped to carry out the responsibilities of President of the United States. I...
Dr. E. Faye Williams
Nov 43 min read
The Real Victory!
My article won’t tell you today how political races across the country will turn out on November 5th because I am required to turn it in...
Julianne Malveaux
Oct 313 min read
What's at Stake - Vote Now
I was on a Black Women’s organizing call the other week, when one of the leaders challenged each of us to reach out to ten people to...
George Payne
Oct 314 min read
The University of Rochester’s Role in the Military-Industrial Complex: A Social Justice Imperative for Black and Brown Communities.
The University of Rochester (UR) has long been a symbol of academic excellence in upstate New York. However, behind its esteemed...
David W. Marshall
Oct 283 min read
Democracy Dies in Darkness
As owner of the Washington Post, one has to wonder if Jeff Bezos reads his own newspaper with any sense of appreciation or concern. For...
Charlene Crowell
Oct 284 min read
Black Retirees Growing Older and Poorer
Black Retirees Growing Older and Poorer: Next Year's Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment Lowest in 10 years By Charlene Crowell ...
George Payne
Oct 254 min read
The Story of America: Migration, Identity, and the Politics of Liberty in 2024
As we approach the 2024 election, it is crucial to recognize a fundamental truth about our identity as Americans: any discussion about...
Marc H. Morial
Oct 222 min read
A Message to My Fellow Black Men on Voting
“The history of the United States is a story about the disenfranchisement of millions based on their Blackness. More than a hundred years...
DJ Hardy
Oct 23 min read
New BLK Dating App Survey Reveals 43% of Black Gen Z Singles Are Practicing Celibacy
Celibacy Gains Momentum as Young Black Singles Seek Emotional Well-Being and Healthier Relationships Amidst Changing Dating Culture A...
George Payne
Oct 13 min read
Austin Steward Plaza: A Call to Action Against Modern Slavery
As the City of Rochester recently named a riverside park in downtown after Austin Steward, a prominent figure in the fight for abolition...
Dr. E. Faye Williams
Sep 243 min read
Is Misleading Different from Lying?
I’ve always thought there might be a difference in misleading and lying, but JD Vance has acknowledged that he was lying about Haitian...
Lydia Alston-Murphy
Sep 242 min read
A Plea for votes
Tuesday, September 17, 2024, was National Voter Registration Day. In honor of National Voter Registration Day, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority,...
Marc H. Morial
Sep 232 min read
Entertainment Icons James Earl Jones and Tito Jackson Helped Shift Perception of Black Culture and History
"I look at it this way: anybody can carry a picket sign, but I think you should be able to articulate what that sign means … Don’t get me...
Ben Jealous
Sep 204 min read
Saving the World as a Path to Prosperity
“Made in the USA” is a tagline that should apply to every major piece of the clean energy economy. It is within our grasp. But we need to...
Howard Eagle
Sep 142 min read
Who Told The Better Lies During the Presidential Debate?
Prior to the 9/10/24 Harris/Trump Presidential debate, I had seen several Facebook posts, in which people were saying things like: "It's...
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Clean Slate Act Seals Millions of Criminal Records in New York
A bill that will automatically seal criminal records for millions of New Yorkers under specific circumstances took effect Saturday. The...
Monroe County Legislature Makes Appointments to Public Health and MCWA Boards Amidst Some Controversy
Tuesday, the Monroe County Legislature confirmed a slate of appointments to key positions, including Dr. Marielena Vélez de Brown as...
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Gloria Winston: Rochester, NY community icon Gloria Winston, 79, passes away
Gloria Winston, a lifelong advocate for civil rights, a community organizer, writer and a powerful voice for the Rochester community,...
2024 Election Highlights: Joe Morelle, Demond Meeks, Samra Brouk and Jeremy Cooney All Reelected
Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign for president of the United States came to a halt Tuesday as Donald Trump claimed a decisive...
Quincy Jones, Legendary Music Producer and Composer, Dies at 91
Quincy Jones, the prolific music producer, composer, arranger, and cultural icon whose groundbreaking work spanned genres and decades,...
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