Black People Follow God’s Rules More Than White People: An Analysis of Historical and Empirical Evidence

Black People Follow God’s Rules More Than White People: An Analysis of Historical and Empirical Evidence

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Photo by A.I  The claim that Black people follow God’s rules more than White people is not merely a provocative statement but one that finds considerable support in historical data, sociological studies, and the lived religious experiences of Black Americans. While it is essential to approach such a conclusion with […]

House Republicans Unveil Text of $880 Billion Cut to Medicaid

House Republicans Unveil Text of $880 Billion Cut to Medicaid

By Sunita Sohrabji, ACOM The House of Representatives is expected to vote on a measure next week that would slash the Medicaid budget by $880 billion, essentially gutting the program. Late night May 11 House Republicans released the text of a plan that would strip $880 billion from Medicaid, leaving at least 13.7 million people […]

Refugee Status for White South Africans: Has President Trump Been Conned?

Refugee Status for White South Africans: Has President Trump Been Conned?

By Chris Tobias  In May 2025, the Trump administration granted refugee status to 59 white South Africans,  primarily Afrikaners, citing claims of racial persecution and violence in South Africa. This decision has sparked significant controversy, with critics questioning the validity of the persecution claims and the motivations behind the policy.  Background: The Refugee Admissions Pause […]

Navigating U.S. Citizenship: A Comprehensive Guide for Globally Mobile Green Card Holders

Navigating U.S. Citizenship: A Comprehensive Guide for Globally Mobile Green Card Holders

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  For Green Card holders who are entrepreneurs, entertainers, or professionals with international commitments, the path to U.S. citizenship involves unique challenges. Frequent travel and extended stays abroad can complicate the naturalization process, particularly concerning residency requirements and tax obligations. This guide provides a detailed roadmap to help such individuals understand and […]

Trump’s Bid to End Birthright Citizenship Heads to The Supreme Court

Trump’s Bid to End Birthright Citizenship Heads to The Supreme Court

By Jean Lantz Reisz, THE CONVERSATION For more than 150 years, almost all people who were born within U.S. territory automatically received citizenship – regardless of their parents’ immigration status. President Donald Trump’s January 2025 executive order on birthright citizenship – stating that children born in the U.S. to parents who are not in the country legally, or who […]

The Silent Partners: Navigating Family Indifference and Entitlement in Business Ownership

The Silent Partners: Navigating Family Indifference and Entitlement in Business Ownership

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates Website: www.askthelawyer.us  The dream of building a successful business often intertwines with the hope of creating a legacy, a venture that not only provides financial security but also involves and benefits the family. However, for many entrepreneurs, this idyllic vision can sour when faced […]

Business Ownership and Family Dynamics: Navigating Indifference, Entitlement, and Cultural Challenges

Business Ownership and Family Dynamics: Navigating Indifference, Entitlement, and Cultural Challenges

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. The Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates Website: www.askthelawyer.us Owning a business is often romanticized as the path to financial freedom and generational wealth. But for many entrepreneurs, the reality is far more complicated—especially when family members or a spouse benefit financially from the business while offering little or no support […]