Trump, the Would-be King, and His Enablers

Trump, the Would-be King, and His Enablers

By Maribel Hastings, America’s Voice | Photo Copyright of IQ INC It is ironic that this week, as we celebrate the 249th anniversary of the ratification of the Declaration of Independence, which established the United States of America and freed it from the British monarchy, we have a president who believes himself to be king […]

Saviorism in Politics: The Manipulative Use of Racial Redemption to Win Black, Brown, and Disenfranchised Voters

Saviorism in Politics: The Manipulative Use of Racial Redemption to Win Black, Brown, and Disenfranchised Voters

By Anne Webster | Photo Copyright of IQ INC. In American politics, a recurring strategy has been employed by many politicians—particularly white and often Democrat-leaning—who position themselves as “saviors” of marginalized communities. This phenomenon, known as political saviorism, relies on appealing to Black, Brown, and disenfranchised voters through promises of protection, social uplift, and justice, […]

Landmark Settlement Reached in Racial Pay Disparity Case at Applebee’s

Landmark Settlement Reached in Racial Pay Disparity Case at Applebee’s

By Fenix Suriel | Photos courtesy: Justin Onwenu  The National Center for Law and Economic Justice (NCLEJ) announced its settlement in a case against Applebee’s.  The case involved a violation of the National Labor Relations Act. Applebee’s owners, Apple-Metro, Inc., agreed to settle with the NCLEJ. The suit was initially brought to the NCLEJ in […]

The Day Freedom Arrived, June 19, 1865?

The Day Freedom Arrived, June 19, 1865?

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Photo Copyright IQ INC. Juneteenth traces directly to June 19, 1865, when Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger landed in Galveston, Texas, and issued General Order No. 3, declaring the emancipation of enslaved people in Texas. Though the Emancipation Proclamation was signed on January 1, 1863, enforcement in remote Confederate territories like […]

The NAACP’s Decision to Exclude President Trump: Analyzing the Reasoning, Consequences, and the Roots of Hostility

The NAACP’s Decision to Exclude President Trump: Analyzing the Reasoning, Consequences, and the Roots of Hostility

By Anne Webster | Photo Copyright IQ INC. The NAACP’s decision not to invite President Donald J. Trump to its 2025 annual national convention has reignited long-standing tensions between the organization and the Trump political brand. The absence of an invitation, while unsurprising to many observers, reflects deeper ideological and historical divides that have shaped […]

Justice for Abner Louima: An Analysis of the Brooklyn Torture Case and the Critical Role of Attorney Brian Figeroux, Esq.

Justice for Abner Louima: An Analysis of the Brooklyn Torture Case and the Critical Role of Attorney Brian Figeroux, Esq.

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Lev radin The annals of New York City’s history are marked by moments that have irrevocably altered the relationship between its citizens and the police force. Few are as stark and horrifying as the case of Abner Louima, a Haitian immigrant whose name became synonymous with the brutal […]

The House Just Passed the SAVE Act

The House Just Passed the SAVE Act

The SAVE Act could unfairly prevent millions from voting Today, the House passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a measure that could unfairly prevent millions of eligible voters from casting ballots. In response, Greta Bedekovics, associate director of Democracy Policy at the Center for American Progress, issued the following statement: The SAVE Act is not […]

Angie Stone: A Musical Icon Who Uplifted Black Men and Women Through Song

Angie Stone: A Musical Icon Who Uplifted Black Men and Women Through Song

By Sandy Conners | Editorial credit: Jamie Lamor Thompson / shutterstock.com  Angie Stone is a name that resonates with fans of soulful, passionate, and powerful music. A celebrated singer, songwriter, and actress, Stone has significantly impacted the music industry with her deep, rich voice and heartfelt lyrics. From her early beginnings to her iconic hits, […]

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