Thy Republicans’ War on the Impoverished.
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) I have written about the huge opportunity Black dissatisfaction with Obama presents to the Republican Party. It’s time to speak directly to Black Republicans and GOP congressional leadership about dissatisfaction with the loyal opposition. Last week marked the 50th anniversary of President Johnson’s “War on Poverty,” ... [Read more...]
What Makes Dwayne Wade & Rapper Ludacris Different From Any Other Man?
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) The thought hit me hard once again when I pondered the thought of how Black men are vilified in the media more so than any other race for the same exact indiscretions. There is no official gauge to measure whether they are or not as the way many will respond to this question is totally dependent on the person. …….and as we... [Read more...]
Bold predictions for 2014.
January 8, 2014 by Staff
Filed under News, Opinion, Politics, Weekly Columns
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) Now that a 2014 has come, I have decided to pull out my trusted crystal ball and give you some of my predictions for the year. I think the biggest thing to watch is on the political front. This year we will have congressional elections for the House and Senate. Republicans will keep the House. Even if Republicans have a... [Read more...]
Aaron McGruder was right about R. Kelly and the African American Community’s Blind Support.
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) The Boondocks, perhaps, is the most revolutionary African American themed television show in recent memory. Its satiric episodes brought issues to light such as prison, the African American culture of putting the wrong things as priority and even highlighting the criticisms and stigmas of Tyler Perry (which pissed a lot of people... [Read more...]
Turn your ‘Must Have’ list into the ‘I Deserve’ list.
January 6, 2014 by Staff
Filed under News, Opinion, Relationships, Weekly Columns
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) I am not entirely sure, but if I was a betting [wo]man I would bet that many of you know all about (what I call) the ‘must have’ list. Of course, it is entirely possible that I am wrong, but just in case I am not, let’s talk about it. If you know anything about the ‘must have’ list then you... [Read more...]
The Omnipresence and Aura of the Color Black.
January 6, 2014 by Staff
Filed under News, Opinion, Weekly Columns
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) Just exactly what does it mean to be black and why all the ballyhoo? Is it the color of one’s skin, heritage or the ethnic group with whom you identify with? How does the “one-drop rule” making one black apply? The One Drop Rule, also known as hypodescent, says that in American society if you are even part black African... [Read more...]
Miami Heat Dwyane Wade Reminds Us, ‘Standards’ Are for Regular Folks.
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) I like actress Gabrielle Union. That is to say, I appreciate how she presents herself in the public sphere and her dedication to her craft. As a member of the media, if you’ve ever interviewed her you know she is thoughtful and thought-provoking in her answers. If you’ve ever had just a casual conversation with her,... [Read more...]
2014: The Resurgence of the Tea Party.
Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) It is not looking good for the Tea Party and our efforts to restore America in 2014. The Obama Administration, mainstream media, major liberal advocacy groups and the GOP establishment have launched an extremely well-funded war against us. http://bit.ly/1cVTDpW So, how do we compete? Answer: We do what we did in 2010. The Bible... [Read more...]
May 2014 Be the End of GOP Obstructionism!
January 5, 2014 by Staff
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Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) As 2013 came to a close it brought an end to the fifth year of the Presidency of Barack Obama. Fifth years are often difficult for Presidents who are re-elected to a second term and already pundits from both sides of the political perspective are analyzing what 2013 meant for the Obama Presidency and whether the President and... [Read more...]
MSNBC Melissa Harris-Perry Cries During On-Air Apology for “Romney Black Baby” Incident.
January 4, 2014 by Staff
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Tweet (ThyBlackMan.com) You can imagine how surprised and affected I was while watching the strong, intelligent Melissa Harris-Perry break down in tears during a recent on-air apology on MSNBC. The apology came after a week of controversy following what I would call “Black-Baby-Gate,” an incident during which Melissa and a group of poorly chosen... [Read more...]
