(ThyBlackMan.com) Jean Toomer (1894-1967) was an influential African-American poet, novelist, and playwright whose work has had a lasting impact on American literature. He is best known for his seminal work “Cane,” a collection of poems and short stories that explore race, identity, and the rural South. This article will delve ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Robert Hayden (1913-1980) was a pioneering African American poet, essayist, and educator whose work was marked by technical mastery, intellectual depth, and a profound exploration of African American history and culture. In a career spanning over five decades, Hayden established himself as one of the foremost voices of African ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The shooting of Ralph Yarl is a story that is still relatively fresh in today’s news cycle. As the days and weeks pass, current news will eventually push the Yarl story away from our radar. The violence surrounding the shooting is not a situation where we go back to ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Paul Laurence Dunbar was an influential African-American poet, novelist, and playwright who emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His work was groundbreaking for its time, as it provided a voice to the African-American experience in post-Civil War America. Dunbar’s literary contributions transcended racial barriers and gained ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Tupac Amaru Shakur, also known as 2Pac, was an American rapper, actor, and poet who has left an indelible mark on the world of hip-hop and popular culture. Born on June 16, 1971, in East Harlem, New York, he went on to become one of the most influential and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Poetry has always been a powerful medium for self-expression, a way to communicate complex ideas and emotions in a concise and poignant manner. Black poetry, in particular, has a long and rich history, rooted in the experiences of Black people throughout the diaspora. From the earliest slave narratives to ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Nikki Giovanni is a renowned African American poet, writer, commentator, and educator. Born Yolande Cornelia Giovanni Jr. on June 7, 1943, in Knoxville, Tennessee, her poetic voice has resonated across generations, addressing pressing social issues, celebrating Black culture, and exploring themes of love and human connection. Throughout her career, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The term “hoe” is a derogatory term often used to shame or demean women who are perceived to engage in casual sexual relationships or promiscuous behavior. This article will not perpetuate these harmful stereotypes or encourage disrespectful attitudes towards women. Instead, we will focus on fostering healthy communication and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Or, more specifically, raise the debt ceiling. The United States government consistently spends more money than it takes in. (Its income is derived primarily via tax dollars.) The debt ceiling refers to the maximum amount of money that the Treasury Department is allowed to borrow to pay the government’s ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) My favorite scene from The Godfather 2 is the moment Michael delivers a candid remark to Senator Geary, stating, “Senator, we’re both a part of the same hypocrisy.” That being said, I do not align myself with either the Democratic or Republican Party since they both embody the same ...