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It may be winter, but when we think about our beaches, none of us wants to picture them covered in oil. That’s true for...
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Forget New Year’s Resolutions; we need New Life Resolutions. Correction, we need one New Life Resolution—to be all about self-determination.
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In the hustle and grind of everyday life, Black women often find themselves carrying the weight of the world. We are caregivers, professionals, advocates,...
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In 2000, Republican George W. Bush ran for president as a “compassionate conservative.” Bush defended his approach, stating: “Government cannot solve every problem, but...
Cheryl's World
By Cheryl Smith As I rode through Dallas last week, I was disgusted. I actually felt sick to my stomach. On street after street,...
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By Vincent L. Hall The online magazine “Stereogum” posted a June 2019 article about one of my favorite musicians. Reading it led to me...
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By Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Jr. Think the cost of food is high? Just wait. Last week, Kroger announced plans to acquire Albertsons in...
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By Marian Wright Edelman Earlier this year, members of the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom Schools team and other colleagues had opportunity to attend...
Cheryl's World
By Cheryl Smith Harlem What happens to a dream deferred?Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun?Or fester like a sore—And then...
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By Rodney A. Brooks I never had a conversation about money with my parents. Never. Even when I applied to colleges I don’t remember...
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By Dr. Julianne Malveaux In Los Angeles, City Council President Nury Martinez resigned both her Council Presidency and later her seat after someone leaked...
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VOTE LIKE OBAMA IS ON THE BALLOT!
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By Dr. E. Faye Williams In this campaign season, I am reminded of the fable of the scorpion and the frog. For those unfamiliar,...
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By Dr. Froswa’ Booker-Drew The problem is getting worse and debating over guns hasn’t made a difference. 21-year-old Asia Womack was murdered by a...
