(ThyBlackMan.com) Tanya McDowell, the mother in Connecticut who was charged with larceny for allegedly stealing an education for her son, has pleaded not guilty today in court. McDowell faces up to 20 years in prison and a $15,000 fine for sending her child to a school outside his district. The ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) America has spending diarrhea and its leaders appear unwilling to address the nation’s festering fiscal woes with long-term cures. A liberal minded friend emailed me a thought provoking article on the country’s diseased state, written by former Reagan Office of Management and Budget Director David Stockman. He thought it ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s a pearl of wisdom that’s been passed down in African-American households over the years. As to attribution, not quite sure. After a quick internet search, the inimitable Dr. Maya Angelou seems most often credited. “When someone shows you who they are…believe them.” The Grand Old Party, the supposed ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I watched Tyler Perry last night on the Mo’Nique Show on BET. It was an interesting interview, with Mo’Nique fawning over Tyler’s brilliance in the way you would expect an actress to kiss up to one of the most powerful filmmakers in the world. I fully expect that Mo’Nique ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There are a few things that I hold to be sacred: Lakers basketball, Soul music, good vodka, great movies, smart television and literature. I’m offended when the sanctity of any of those listed is compromised, because I believe them to be pillars of our culture and much of my ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Money management does not need to be a complicated process. Below is a guideline that you can consider to help you take control over your finances and stay away from bad debt. 1. Be aware of your financial situation. Are you aware of exactly how much money you spend ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Feeling more tired than usual? It may be more than just a lack of sleep. But first, try this test: For two weeks, add some healthy changes to your routine, including sleeping more, going out a little less often, eating a better, more nutritious diet, drinking more water, and ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The mouth is the window to your body’s good health. Excellent oral hygiene – brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist regularly – can greatly improve your health and reduce the risk of broader medical problems over time. The research isn’t conclusive, but red, swollen, and bleeding gums can point ...