(ThyBlackMan.com) On May 2, 2023, former three-time Olympic medalist and sprinter Tori Bowie was sadly found deceased in her Florida home. Bowie was estimated to be eight months pregnant and in active labor at the time of her death, according to a report from the Orange County (Fla.) Medical Examiner ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I was a first-generation college student. Even at a very young age I understood the importance of obtaining a degree, and I always had an innate sense that I would do so. As I reflect on my formative years, this seems strange because there was little reason that I ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Often times when we think of relationships, or speak about them, it’s usually from a romantic standpoint. Relationships can be found at all levels of our life, and the word literally covers every status we have with a person. Parental, sibling, various titles of family members blood or not, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Early in the summer, Dr. Cornel West, the left of center activist and former Ivy League professor, announced his campaign for president. He would be seeking to become president running as a third party candidate. At the time of his announcement, Dr. West stated “I enter in the quest ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Each August, this month of memory and marking of heightened struggle, we inevitably and unavoidably turn towards Haiti in rightful remembrance and homage. We rightfully remember, raise up and reflect on its glorious history of waging and winning a revolutionary and world transforming liberation struggle. And we also raise ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The landscape of college sports continues to change in a major way. It seems that every week several colleges and universities are leaving long-time conferences they have been part of for decades to join “mega” conferences. All of those big moves and decisions are motivated by money as most ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The Iowa caucuses may still be months away, but it’s already crunch time for Republican presidential candidates (myself included). Here’s the situation: To qualify for the first Republican primary debate next week, the Republican National Committee (RNC) is requiring each candidate to attract 40,000 individual donors and register at ...
(ThyBlackMaan.com) A new phase in life is wonderful, full of adventure, newness, and fun. Meeting someone that matches you in every way is a blessing indeed. It can quickly become the center of the universe. This isn’t hate at all; trust me your village gets the joy and the time ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In the vast tapestry of American education, certain states shine brighter, setting benchmarks that others can only aspire to reach. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, it’s worth pausing and reflecting on what these trailblazing states are doing right. Their success stories aren’t just ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Many modern-day Black Americans, including myself, hold in high esteem the work ethic of our ancestors of old and the numerous accomplishments they achieved from it. Black Americans have always uniquely maintained some form of spirituality that has allowed us to stay woke even when our faith could have ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) So maybe your grandmother, father or mother was the type who would knock you down to discipline you. Maybe mom would throw a shoe or maybe dad would do even worse. Sadly there is a difference between discipline and abuse. And because so many African Americans cannot tell where that ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) A few weeks ago I wrote about some of the concerns that I have regarding my teenaged son. Despite those concerns, I have every reason to believe that he is going to do, and to be, quite well in the years ahead. My belief is rooted not only in ...