Why Do We Fight the N-Word Then Support American Gangster? They’re Both Saying the Same Thing–Ni**er
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 10 January 2008
Why are we flocking to the movies and spending our hard-earned money to support “American Gangster?” And why did Denzel Washington, a brother that has brought so much pride to our community, ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 10 January 2008
Why are we flocking to the movies and spending our hard-earned money to support “American Gangster?” And why did Denzel Washington, a brother that has brought so much pride to our community, ... read more >>
Jesus Christ and Worldly Politics
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 10 January 2008
He was neither liberal nor conservative With the election year finally here, what better time to ask, WWJD, or, “What Would Jesus Do?” The answer is simple: Nothing. No, he would neither ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 10 January 2008
He was neither liberal nor conservative With the election year finally here, what better time to ask, WWJD, or, “What Would Jesus Do?” The answer is simple: Nothing. No, he would neither ... read more >>
An Ambivalent Embrace of Obama: The Maturity or Masking of America
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 10 January 2008
It is a fundamental lesson of our history, witnessed and inscribed in the hard-rock reality of our daily lives and enduring struggle, that there is no easy walk or way to freedom, no shortcut or quick ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 10 January 2008
It is a fundamental lesson of our history, witnessed and inscribed in the hard-rock reality of our daily lives and enduring struggle, that there is no easy walk or way to freedom, no shortcut or quick ... read more >>
Race, Poverty and Class Still Limit Blacks' Progress
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 10 January 2008
Last year was not particularly good for Blacks, but not substantially different than others in recent memory. Despite claims to the contrary, Blacks’ progress-social, political, economic—continues ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 10 January 2008
Last year was not particularly good for Blacks, but not substantially different than others in recent memory. Despite claims to the contrary, Blacks’ progress-social, political, economic—continues ... read more >>
Anticipation
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 10 January 2008
A new year beckons. A fresh start. A new direction. After the calamities of the past months—from Iraq to the mortgage crisis, from Katrina’s stain to our prisons’ shame—we take ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 10 January 2008
A new year beckons. A fresh start. A new direction. After the calamities of the past months—from Iraq to the mortgage crisis, from Katrina’s stain to our prisons’ shame—we take ... read more >>
The Mis-Education by the Negro?
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 03 January 2008
Dyson, Smiley, and West take on the 'N-Word' The perennial best-selling book, The Mis-Education of the Negro, by Carter G. Woodson is standard reading for “conscious” brothers and ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 03 January 2008
Dyson, Smiley, and West take on the 'N-Word' The perennial best-selling book, The Mis-Education of the Negro, by Carter G. Woodson is standard reading for “conscious” brothers and ... read more >>
Top Ten Thoughts from 2007
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 03 January 2008
2007 was one hell of a year. The hopes and fears of a few years came to rest in these twelve months. The Subprime Mortgage debacle, Michael Vick’s “Dog Days” and the Asian product difficulty ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 03 January 2008
2007 was one hell of a year. The hopes and fears of a few years came to rest in these twelve months. The Subprime Mortgage debacle, Michael Vick’s “Dog Days” and the Asian product difficulty ... read more >>
Notes for the New Year: Ancient African Ethical Teachings
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 03 January 2008
Now, at the beginning of this the year of our people 6248, let us again, in the tradition of our ancestors, wish for African people everywhere, as well as all the peoples of the world: blessings without ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 03 January 2008
Now, at the beginning of this the year of our people 6248, let us again, in the tradition of our ancestors, wish for African people everywhere, as well as all the peoples of the world: blessings without ... read more >>
Partisan Politics Not Designed for African Americans
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 03 January 2008
African Americans’ interests are not served by partisan politics but most are Democratic Party loyalists. And unfortunately, Black elected politicians often support Party over constituent priorities. ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 03 January 2008
African Americans’ interests are not served by partisan politics but most are Democratic Party loyalists. And unfortunately, Black elected politicians often support Party over constituent priorities. ... read more >>
We Can't Blame a Lack of Knowledge on the White Man Because Knowledge is Free
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 03 January 2008
A lady told me that I contradicted myself in last week’s article. She said I indicated that if we learned to think more efficiently, we could resolve our own problems, and we wouldn’t need ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 03 January 2008
A lady told me that I contradicted myself in last week’s article. She said I indicated that if we learned to think more efficiently, we could resolve our own problems, and we wouldn’t need ... read more >>
Voices on: Happiness for the New Year
Written by Francis Taylor (Contributing Writer) 03 January 2008
Mary Armstrong, Office Manager, Los Angeles, CA - A happy new year for me will include maintaining a loving and harmonious relationship ... read more >>
Written by Francis Taylor (Contributing Writer) 03 January 2008
Mary Armstrong, Office Manager, Los Angeles, CA - A happy new year for me will include maintaining a loving and harmonious relationship ... read more >>
Voices on: Resolutions for 2008
Written by Francis Taylor (Contributing Writer) 27 December 2007
Delilah Lanoix-Harris, SMS Transportation, CEO, Los Angeles, CA - As a business owner, I will continue to grow my business and increase revenue ... read more >>
Written by Francis Taylor (Contributing Writer) 27 December 2007
Delilah Lanoix-Harris, SMS Transportation, CEO, Los Angeles, CA - As a business owner, I will continue to grow my business and increase revenue ... read more >>
What Happens When We Die?
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 20 December 2007
Where is Ike Turner Now? Part 2 of 4 Ike Turner, legendary music icon and former husband of the inimitable Tina Turner, died last week about the same time I wrote last week’s article discussing the ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 20 December 2007
Where is Ike Turner Now? Part 2 of 4 Ike Turner, legendary music icon and former husband of the inimitable Tina Turner, died last week about the same time I wrote last week’s article discussing the ... read more >>
Christmas, Religion and Jesus
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 20 December 2007
Sadly, most people have no idea where the Christmas holiday traditions come from, but they swear that it is all about Jesus. Surprise! The Christmas holiday as we know it is really an aggregation of ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 20 December 2007
Sadly, most people have no idea where the Christmas holiday traditions come from, but they swear that it is all about Jesus. Surprise! The Christmas holiday as we know it is really an aggregation of ... read more >>
Bowing in Obeisance to Balozi: In Rightful Recognition and Instruction
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 20 December 2007
The sacred teachings of the Husia tell us that “Better than riches and royal linen is to do good for those who recognize and respect it.” It is a teaching on paying rightful hommage and due ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 20 December 2007
The sacred teachings of the Husia tell us that “Better than riches and royal linen is to do good for those who recognize and respect it.” It is a teaching on paying rightful hommage and due ... read more >>
Reforms and Communities Overlook Black Students
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 20 December 2007
Plans to reform the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) abound, but none include specific focus on Black students, the district’s lowest achievers and lowest priority. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 20 December 2007
Plans to reform the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) abound, but none include specific focus on Black students, the district’s lowest achievers and lowest priority. Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa ... read more >>
Fifteen Will Get You Twenty...
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 20 December 2007
I’m 30, so I can still vaguely remember being 15 years old. And at the risk of revealing more about my past than I want to or care to remember, I’m going to tell you a little bit about me. ... read more >>
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 20 December 2007
I’m 30, so I can still vaguely remember being 15 years old. And at the risk of revealing more about my past than I want to or care to remember, I’m going to tell you a little bit about me. ... read more >>
Jesus Was a Liberal
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 20 December 2007
It never ceases to amaze me how Democrats can allow conservative Republicans—a group whose only reason for being is to undermine the poor—to co-opt the love of God as a political issue. I ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 20 December 2007
It never ceases to amaze me how Democrats can allow conservative Republicans—a group whose only reason for being is to undermine the poor—to co-opt the love of God as a political issue. I ... read more >>
Jena Six:?A Diverse Demonstration
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 13 December 2007
African Americans nationwide galvanized behind the six Black teens in Jena, Louisiana perhaps more than any other event in recent history since the Million Man March. More than 20,000 Blacks from as ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 13 December 2007
African Americans nationwide galvanized behind the six Black teens in Jena, Louisiana perhaps more than any other event in recent history since the Million Man March. More than 20,000 Blacks from as ... read more >>
Consent Decree:?Compliance Without Complying?
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 13 December 2007
The good news for Chief William Bratton and cohorts is that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) will probably be found in substantial compliance with all requirements of the Federal Consent Decree. ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 13 December 2007
The good news for Chief William Bratton and cohorts is that the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) will probably be found in substantial compliance with all requirements of the Federal Consent Decree. ... read more >>
Pelosi Briefed on Torture in 2002? No Wonder Impeachment is Off the Table
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 13 December 2007
On Sunday, December 9, 2007, the Washington Post reported that in September 2002 four members of congress were briefed on “enhanced interrogation techniques” by the CIA—sweet talk for ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 13 December 2007
On Sunday, December 9, 2007, the Washington Post reported that in September 2002 four members of congress were briefed on “enhanced interrogation techniques” by the CIA—sweet talk for ... read more >>
A Workers' Revival?
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 13 December 2007
Can the new global economy be made to work for working people? Only if working people can come together, across national, ethnic, religious boundaries, and enforce the right to organize and bargain ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 13 December 2007
Can the new global economy be made to work for working people? Only if working people can come together, across national, ethnic, religious boundaries, and enforce the right to organize and bargain ... read more >>
'The World's Greatest' Alleged Pedophile: Robert Sylvester Kelly
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 13 December 2007
Work with me here. Suppose you had a teenage daughter and one day you heard from someone that she had sex, willing or otherwise, with a grown man. A man that you have known in the past to have had relationships ... read more >>
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 13 December 2007
Work with me here. Suppose you had a teenage daughter and one day you heard from someone that she had sex, willing or otherwise, with a grown man. A man that you have known in the past to have had relationships ... read more >>
Social Remedies for Scientific Racism?
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 06 December 2007
Black Health Care or Black Health Scare? (Part 5 of 5) “One of the most pressing needs of the African-American patient is for culturally-sensitive care delivery. Despite major American medical ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 06 December 2007
Black Health Care or Black Health Scare? (Part 5 of 5) “One of the most pressing needs of the African-American patient is for culturally-sensitive care delivery. Despite major American medical ... read more >>
Tis' the Season: Buy a Book
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 06 December 2007
On Black Friday while the rest of America was camped outside of Wal-Mart, Target, Best Buy, and their local mall, many in freezing temperatures, I had the good fortune to be first in line at my local ... read more >>
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick (Columnist) 06 December 2007
On Black Friday while the rest of America was camped outside of Wal-Mart, Target, Best Buy, and their local mall, many in freezing temperatures, I had the good fortune to be first in line at my local ... read more >>