The White House issued the following statement from the Obamas on Friday: “Michelle and I extend our warmest wishes to those celebrating Kwanzaa this holiday season. Today begins a celebration highlighting the rich African American heritage and culture through the seven principles of Kwanzaa—unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, … [Read more...]
Kwanzaa; Our Culture & Why We Celebrate it Every Year
For many years in my family we have celebrated Kwanzaa. Kwanzaa is an awesome kind of holiday that can be celebrated by people of any and all races, creeds and religions. It’s really a cultural celebration of heritage & African American people and community. This holiday was founded in 1965 by Dr. Maulana Karenga. It is a week long celebration that takes place beginning … [Read more...]
Must See Video: CNN’s Ashleigh Banfield and Roland Martin Challenge Anti-Kwanzaa Senator
Glenn Grothman, a state senator in Wisconsin has a problem with Kwanzaa. He wants it wiped out and doesn't want it being shared in schools across America. Grothman went so far as to issue a press release recently, warning parents. The release included, "Be on the lookout if a K-12 or college teacher tries to tell your children or grandchildren that it's a real holiday." The … [Read more...]