Growing up, I learned a lot about Black History. Of course, I learned some things about Zora Neale Hurston, but nothing about Eatonville, Florida—her hometown. It was not until I began visiting Bus Boys and Poets Restaurant in Washington, DC that I learned about Eatonville.
The greater Los Angeles community remembers the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by presenting a variety of events throughout the Southland. Many organizations are commemorating the federal holiday as a “Day of Service” and offer opportunities for individuals to volunteer their time to neighborhood clean-up and improving activities.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has greenlit two revolutionary cell-based gene therapies, Casgevy and Lyfgenia, marking a significant leap forward in treating sickle cell disease (SCD) for patients aged 12 and older.
I have been an entrepreneur and small business owner for over three decades. The world of entrepreneurism is not easy, and it is not for the faint of heart. There are a lot of elements necessary for success beyond the basic business acumen.
Do Jewish lives matter? Not according to Professor Maulana Karenga in his essay, “The Moral Savagery of Israel’s ‘Self Defense’” (November 9).
The New Frontier Democratic Club held its 63rd Annual Fundraiser Gala in honor of renowned leaders, including Ambassador Michael Lawson, Chief Executive Officer of the Los Angeles Urban League, for his outstanding community service and leadership to greater Los Angeles area. New Frontier’s chosen theme for the evening was Reparations Now! Equity, Education, and Democracy for All, which characterizes the many chapters of his life-long career sealed by the Los Angeles Urban League. The 2023 Annual Gala was emceed by veteran actor, Richard Lawson, who has been a beacon in the world of entertainment and education. Ambassador Michael Lawson received this award among friends, family, and 500+
“Rise of the 10 toes” is still in view here and on my radar. To what am I referring to the title, “Conquer The World?” Remember what Jesus said, “Be of good cheer. I have overcome the world.”
In the sprawling, sun-drenched city of Los Angeles, a dire crisis looms over the horizon. The city’s glittering facade often obscures the harsh reality faced by its residents. People of all backgrounds are experiencing homelessness, and it’s a problem that demands our collective attention and commitment to solutions tailored to individual needs.
In the current context, there is overwhelming support for Israel and its declaration of total war on Gaza, Palestine and its vow to destroy the Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, after its military wing, the Al Qassem Brigades, attacked Israeli towns and military bases indiscriminately killing and capturing civilians and soldiers.
Job continued his parable and self-justification. He reminisces of his past when he was favored among all. He wants to live as in the past.
On September 13, 1996, rapper extraordinaire, movie star, and who many have called the “poet of the people,” Tupac Shakur, was murdered in Las Vegas as he left the 1996 prizefight between Mike Tyson and Bruce Seldon with Death Row Founder Marion ‘Suge’ Knight. Shakur was shot multiple times and succumbed to his injuries a week later. Tupac Shakur was 25 years old.
In this month of our founding 58 years or 232 seasons ago, it is important to reaffirm that our organization, Us, from its inception, has understood itself as a revolutionary organization, more specifically a revolutionary cultural nationalist organization.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond, organized a virtual roundtable discussion titled “Education to End Hate: Countering Antisemitism” that brought together about 350 attendees, including elected officials and faith leaders, according to the Department of Education (CDE).
We have here a subject that concerns many people, especially those concerned about the welfare of others.
National Black Business Month was created in 2004 by John William Templeton and Frederick E. Jordan Sr., to bring attention to the need of supporting Black-owned businesses. Today, there are approximately 2.6 million Black-owned businesses in the United States.