Beyond the Shock: Sustainable Reimagination for Just Democracy in America
November 20, 2024
Though disappointed and disgusted, I’m not devastated nor dismayed about the outcome of the U.S. presidential and congressional elections.
Breaking News
- LACMA Showcases ‘Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st-Century Art and Poetics’ Exhibit
- Sheenway School and Culture Center — Educating Youth to Lead the Future Over 50 Years
- Record-Breaking Hate Crimes Against Black Angelenos on the Rise
- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
- Heather Hutt Sworn-in as Councilwoman for L.A.’s 10th District
- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
- Homeless and Their Advocates Speak Out in New Film, ‘WE, the Vulnerable of LA’
- The Congressman Wore Sneakers: An Evening With Hakeem Jeffries
- Brotherhood Crusade Honors SEIU President April Verrett at 2024 Pioneer of African American Achievement Award Dinner
- Athletes in $2.8 billion college lawsuit tell judge they want to create a players’ association
- Cal, UNLV Inspire La Tijera Students at Day of Play
- Student Athlete of the Week: Koa Seymour
- Where Art Meets Purpose: The Dancing Odyssey of Dwight Rhoden
Donald Trump
Hakeem Jeffries chooses calm over chaos as Democrats work to win the House majority
November 4, 2024
This election, he has warned, is about the economy. Freedom. Stopping Project 2025 and the MAGA extremes.
Harris, Obamas and voting rights leaders work to turn out Black voters in run-up to Election Day
November 4, 2024
Concerts and carnivals hosted at polling precincts. “Souls to the Polls” mobilizations after Sunday service. And star-studded rallies featuring Hollywood actors, business leaders, musical artists and activists.
It’s Rough But It’s Real
September 18, 2024
I need to do my disclaimer up front. Can you please allow me to have a good ‘ol barbershop conversation and share with you my thoughts about the debate last week and what I saw? For all of you that say ‘OKAY’ and will continue reading, buckle up Black people, this is going to be a rough ride!
Beyond Unity, An Urgent Call Towards Equitable Belonging
July 15, 2024
While condolences and prayers of comfort for recovery are much needed considering the callous events in Butler, PA, it should not be lost to us that vile verbal vitriol in any volatile political environment WILL make conditions conducive for physical violence.
Same Mercy Shown to Trump Should Be Extended to School Children
July 15, 2024
In the aftermath of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, we hear of divine intervention; that God’s mercy saved him from a deadly bullet that whizzed by within less than an inch of his head. Our school children haven’t been so lucky.
California Leaders React to Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump
July 15, 2024
After the assassination attempt on Donald Trump on June 13, in Butler, PA, various California leader denounced the violent act and shared messages of support with the Republican presidential candidate.
Trump’s Project 2025 Leader Declares ‘Second American Revolution,’ Warns of Violence
July 5, 2024
Roberts’ comments are of little surprise considering the Heritage Foundation’s plan for a Trump return that includes Project 2025, a detailed agenda that threatens reproductive freedoms nationwide, banning abortion with or without Congressional approval, slashing Social Security, conducting mass deportations, building migrant detention camps, weaponizing the Department of Justice to retaliate against Trump’s political opponents, and providing substantial benefits to the ultra-wealthy at the expense of working families.
Politicians, Lies and Straight up BS
May 1, 2024
Isn’t it sad, at best and pathetic, that lies and lying have gone viral in America? You do know that this type of behavior is not really foreign to America and American culture. Lying, cheating, stealing and “BS”ing is as American as apple pie and baseball. How else could anyone with an IQ over 2 explain the nearly 74 million plus Americans voting for an orange mendacious madman pretending to be human?
Relatives of Tyre Nichols, George Floyd and Eric Garner say lack of police reform is frustrating
March 25, 2024
Relatives of Tyre Nichols, George Floyd and Eric Garner — three Black men killed in violent confrontations with police officers — expressed frustration Friday with politicians who have failed to pass police reform legislation or have worked to invalidate laws intended to reduce chances that citizens’ encounters with police end in death.
Trump Repeatedly Says ‘The Blacks’ to Woo African American Voters
February 25, 2024
Former President Donald Trump took to the stage on Feb. 23, at the Black Conservative Federation Gala in South Carolina, using racially charged rhetoric and shamelessly attempting to forge a connection between his multiple criminal indictments and the historical struggles of Black Americans.
Sec. of State Certifies Candidates for March Primary, Including Trump
January 4, 2024
Dr. Shirley N. Weber, the California Secretary of State, has certified a list of 20 candidates, including former Pres. Donald Trump, for the state’s presidential primary election scheduled for March 5, 2024.
Top 10 National Stories of 2023
December 28, 2023
Here are some of the top stories impacting African Americans as covered in the L.A. Sentinel in 2023.
Georgia DA Fani Willis Targeted for Removal with New Bill
August 24, 2023
Governor Brian Kemp of Georgia signed a new bill in May proposed by Republican state legislators, creating a new commission, the Prosecuting Attorneys Qualifications Commission. Members of the commission will have the power to remove or sanction Georgia prosecutors for neglect or other violations of their duties. Many Georgia state legislators believe the new bill targets Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
It’s Kamala Harris vs. Ron DeSantis in Fight Over Florida’s New Teachings on Slavery
August 3, 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, facing heavy criticism for defending “anti-woke” teaching in Florida, this week teed up an unusual proposal to the nation’s first Black vice president: Come debate the merits of the state’s new curriculum on African American history.