(ThyBlackMan.com) In this month of remembering, reading and raising up the work and life of August Wilson (April 27, 1945-October 2, 2005), arguably the most successful and celebrated playwright in U.S. history, I reach back in the practice of sankofa to retrieve and bring forth again some essential elements of his artistic ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The black community is on a mission to stop racism against them. And we all should raise our voices with them. As of now, the empowerment of the black community is imperative because they are continuously facing many challenges like racism and many social injustices in America and Europe. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Black poetry has long been a profound avenue for expression, storytelling, and resistance, carving a distinct niche within the broader literary landscape. From the rhythmic echoes of spoken word to the deep reverberations of classic verse, black poets have consistently provided powerful voices that shape how we understand both ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) No matter how much the right derides the word, the Black community needs to stay woke. In recent years, we’ve witnessed a disturbing trend that threatens the foundations of our democratic society: the rise of book bans, curriculum censorship, and attacks on historical narratives in our educational institutions. These ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Out of 1,842 state legislators, state and county school board members emailed across forty-two states, only twenty responded, and only seven were positive. However none of them would commit to taking action. It is the third time in twenty-six years that I have written to those in elected offices ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Black poetry is an expansive and dynamic form of expression that has played a crucial role in articulating the experiences, struggles, and triumphs of Black people, primarily those of African descent. It transcends mere words on a page; it is a powerful medium through which Black poets have historically ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Black History month has just passed, and I feel it’s time we have a discussion surrounding books. This might seem a bit off putting, but we need to come to terms with the fact that as a people it seems we are not reading anymore. This is so very ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) “It isn’t so much that liberals are ignorant. It’s just that they know so many things that aren’t so.” President Ronald Reagan “In a time of deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.” George Orwell I am one of the listed constitutional conservative speakers that the Young America’s ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Until the killing of Black men, Black mothers’ sons, becomes as important to the rest of the country as the killing of a White mother’s son – we who believe in freedom cannot rest until this happens. – Ella Baker As Women’s History Month continues, I wanted to highlight ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Elections will always be the ultimate battlefield where the fight for social and cultural changes will be won or lost. Through elections, candidates will place their political and cultural mandates before the voters, and those mandates are either validated or rejected, allowing voters to choose candidates most aligned with ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) During this Women’s History Month, the Honorable Marcia Louise Fudge announced that she will be only the second of President Biden’s original cabinet members to resign from her position. Her last day of work is March 22. Marcia Fudge has spent decades in public service as mayor of her ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Getting your real estate license WA online may seem challenging, but it shouldn’t be hard if you know what to do. Becoming a licensed realtor in Washington is an exciting and lucrative career that provides flexibility, growth opportunities, and a chance to help others find their dream homes. So, ...