(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 ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Although I have not conducted a “scientific study” that elitist academicians would consider worthy of being published in some high-brow Academic Journal that approximately six people, and that is being generous, will ever read. I know through face-to-face interaction that many, not all, of the African-American males sitting in ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s hard to believe that the 2023 college football season is about a month away now. Week Zero starts the 2023 college football season on Saturday, August 26. One of the major headlines of the entire season will be the pursuit by the Georgia Bulldogs of their third consecutive ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Back in 1955 justice was lost on America. Black citizens across the nation fell victim to lynch mobs, false imprisonments, and murder without recourse. A system was put in place to keep them down, and it worked – it worked well. As just a young, 14-year-old black boy, Emmett ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) If you’ve ever considered selling your car or taking out a loan against its value, you may have come across the term “pink slip.” But what exactly is a pink slip and why is it so important? In this article, we’ll delve into the world of car ownership and ...