Opinion

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Culture

It’s wild that in 2021 we still must explain when and in what context white people can use the N-word. While for some it may seem like a complicated discussion worthy of debate, the answer is simple.

Opinion

A breakdown of the hidden history of Black nationalist women’s political activism.

Civil Rights & Social Justice

As we continue to see the ravages of climate disasters, a failing health and economic system and the expansion of slavery we call mass incarceration, M4BL is determined to put forward bold visions, smart solutions and meaningful alternatives.

Opinion

Hip-hop has always had a complicated relationship with money and morals.

Opinion

Black people are living in a Twilight Zone; a twisted reality watching videos of people who look like you (or someone you know) navigate decisions of reacting with righteous indignation in everyday scenarios.

Opinion

Progress has been made for Black people since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed in 1968. Just not as much as many of us would like.

Opinion

Suggesting “Lift Every Voice and Sing” as a national pacifier is a bad look for South Carolina Rep. James Clyburn, taking his role as elder Black spokesperson a bit too far.

Health

From speaking out about racial disparities in our health care system and even participating in a COVID-19 vaccine trial, Dr. April Lockley is focused on ensuring that Black people have access to safe, effective, medically-proven treatment.

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Pastor William Lamar IV of Metropolitan AME Church in Washington D.C. reflects on the way forward and the role of the Black church in today's social justice climate.

Politics

An analysis found that voters in small states have more Electoral College votes per capita than larger, more diverse states – and therefore more power to choose a president than they would have in a national popular election.

Health

Research psychologists who study the social influences of health and mental health among marginalized groups and help design interventions for COVID-affected communities have offered a four-pronged approach in mounting an effective response.

Opinion

Black people find ourselves inadequately included or represented in the government we’ve worked so tirelessly to support and protect. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is no exception.