By Chris Tobias | Editorial credit: a katz / shutterstock.com | Photo of Bill Lipton of NY Working Families The Working Families Party (WFP), established in 1998, has been a significant force in New York politics, advocating for progressive policies and endorsing candidates who champion social, racial, and economic justice. Despite its influence, the WFP […]
Introduction The contemporary discourse on diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI) is fraught with complexity, controversy, and deeply entrenched historical narratives. One persistent presumption is that DEI initiatives inherently exclude white people, leading some in this group to believe that equality measures are, by design, positioned against them. This analysis explores the multifaceted reasons behind this […]
By: Christina L. Myers | theconversation.com | Editorial credit: bella1105 / Shutterstock.com In the September 2024 NFL ad announcing Kendrick Lamar as the halftime performer at Super Bowl 59, the 37-year-old rapper stands before a colossal American flag, feeding footballs into a machine that launches the balls to wide receivers. “Will you be pulling up? I […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Nicole Glass Photography / shutterstock.com Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a beacon of moral courage and social justice, left behind a legacy filled with powerful words that continue to inspire generations. One of his most thought-provoking statements is: “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq | Editorial credit: NatalieSchorr / shutterstock.com Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is widely celebrated for his unwavering commitment to nonviolent protest as a means of achieving social change. As the face of the Civil Rights Movement, King advocated for peaceful resistance in the fight against racial injustice, firmly believing that nonviolence […]
By Xavier A. Figeroux | Editorial credit: lazyllam /shuttertstock.com Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy is a powerful reminder that the pursuit of justice and equality requires dedication, courage, and unwavering commitment. As we face new challenges and political uncertainties, we must remember his words and deeds, using them as a guiding light for the […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: KARITING PICAH / Shutterstock.com The Catholic Church has played a significant role in global history, including during colonial and imperialist expansions that profoundly affected Black and Native American communities. Some critics argue that certain aspects of the Church’s historical actions and doctrines may be reasons why these groups […]
By Esther Claudette Gittens Introduction The question of “Who is an American?” has been central to the nation’s identity since its founding. From the Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed that “all men are created equal,” to modern debates about immigration, race, and national identity, the definition of who belongs in America has been contested and […]
By Dr Ron Daniels, Vantage Point Vignette | Photo by A.I The Democrats lost the 2024 presidential election in part because Biden failed to boldly tell the story of the historic selection of the first Black woman as Vice-President, the appointment of the first Black woman to the Supreme Court and to emphasize a range […]
By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Photo credit: A.I Photo Stokely Carmichael, or Kwame Ture, was a revolutionary thinker, activist, and leader whose contributions to the Civil Rights Movement and the global struggle for black liberation have left an enduring legacy. Introduction to Stokely Carmichael Stokely Carmichael, later known as Kwame Ture, was one of the […]