Dismantling Educational Equity: The Perfidious Consequences of Abolishing the Department of Education
In a calculated move that echoes the darkest and bloodiest chapters of our history, Congress has introduced a bill to abolish the Department of Education. This proposal, if passed, would dismantle a cornerstone of our…
Shattering a Century of Silence: The DOJ Finally Investigates the 1921 Tulsa Massacre
In the early hours of June 1, 1921, a piercing whistle shattered the quiet of Tulsa, Oklahoma. It was the signal for a devastated premeditated attack on Greenwood, a thriving African American community. As dawn…
The Javion Magee Mystery: A Call for Justice and Transparency
On September 11, 2024, Javion Magee, a 21-year-old truck driver from Chicago, was found “at the bottom of a tree, with a rope around his neck” in a rural area of Henderson, North Carolina. He…
Facing Resistance: Sharif El-Mekki’s Fight for Educational Equity
Sharif El-Mekki, a dedicated educator with nearly 30 years of experience, has recently garnered significant attention and support for his mission to transform the educational landscape for Black students. His non-profit organization, the Center for…
Unstoppable: Black Athletes’ Relentless Fight Against Racist Institutions
The Unyielding Struggle of Black Athletes Against Racist Institutions In the realm of sports, Black athletes have long been symbols of excellence, resilience, and triumph. Yet, their journeys are often marred by the persistent shadow…
White Supremacy and the Culture of Terroristic Violence
Schools have long been a battleground for the fight over equitable education, serving as a nexus of controversy and systemic inequality. The recent tragedy at Apalachee High School, where 14-year-old Colt Gray, a misguided terrorist,…
America’s Achilles Heel: Do Not Let Them Kill Another Innocent Black Man
“And where is that band who so vauntingly swore That the havoc of war and the battle’s confusion, A home and a country, should leave us no more? Their blood has washed out their foul…
Closing the Financial Gaps in Literacy for African Americans
In the United States, there is approximately $1.757 trillion in student loan debt. According to recent analytics, the majority of consumers are responsibly managing their student loan debt, and the rate of debt accumulation is…