[tps_header]With weeks away from 2017, we wanted to look back on the year of 2016. For many African Americans, there were several monumental events in 2016 that have influenced our world. We've had some highs (an introduction to the Simones) and some lows (the deaths of our legends). So here's our tribute to 2016. Let us know what moment in history touched you the most. 13 … [Read more...]
How Black Churches Are Handling Trump Turmoil After the Election
Was the election a topic in your church this past Sunday? In several churches across the land, preachers decided to dedicate their sermons to the election. Understandably, many African American took the election of Donald J. Trump hard. Trump's campaign took on harsh racist undertones, he failed to quickly disavow white supremacist support, he spewed misogyny, encouraged … [Read more...]
Here’s How Trump Will Dismantle Obama’s Legacy..Bit..by..Bit
Well can't say we didn't see this coming. The Republicans have tried everything to block and repel progress made under President Obama's legislation. So here's where Trump is likely to tear away at Obama's legacy. NBC BLCK has the story. By Perry Bacon Jr. As President Obama prepares to sit down with his successor, Donald Trump, in a White House meeting on Thursday that … [Read more...]
Who Will Fight for Black America? Hillary? Trump? Or…
Last month, I had the pleasure of attending Joseph E. Lowery’s 95th birthday celebration. Of course, the highlight was hearing him speak to his attendees. He was as humorous and as spirited as ever, cracking jokes, recounting tales of his younger years and even exchanging a playful banter with President Barack Obama, who phoned into the ceremony to wish Lowery a happy … [Read more...]
106-Year-Old Woman Dances with the Obamas
Washington, D.C.’s Virginia McLaurin is evidence that your dreams can come true at any age. The centenarian turned viral Internet star recently visited the White House to live out her aspirations of meeting President Barack Obama. McLaurin, who said she never thought she would live to see a day when the nation would elect its first black president, started a social media … [Read more...]
Welcoming the American Black Cambrian Explosion this Black History Month
The only constant is change. As we move into 2015 and the end of our country's first black president's eight year term, we are witnesses to much change in this country. Between increased tension with police and race relations, we teeter on the cusp of another enlightenment era. The American Black Experience This time the enlightenment will be hyper-focused on the American … [Read more...]
Handwritten Letter from President Obama Helps Student Pay Tuition
In 2011 Present Obama wrote a letter to a young man named Jesse Grainger, advising him that he complete his education. This was a response to a letter a young man wrote to him about challenges he faced in his life and concerns he had about completing his education. Now, that young man is selling that letter for $9,500 to help pay his tuition bill. According to the New York … [Read more...]
What if Your Spouse Created Obamacare? Supporting Your Spouse Through the Storms
I remember growing up as a kid in the 70‘s, listening to adults talk about people they worked with or had a bad experience with. They would talk about how incompetent that person is, or how mean they are, lots of labels, lots of determination about who and what the person was. And I always wondered...“How does that person’s spouse feel about them?”, “I wonder if they know they … [Read more...]
Michelle Obama Covers Vogue: Number One Priority is Family!
Our First Lady, Michelle Obama, is gracing the latest Vogue cover. The issue contains a interview with her and President Obama. While the First Lady looks absolutely stunning, open the magazine and you will read an interview that will remind you that her inner beauty is equally stunning. It is no secret that the First Lady carries multiple roles. She executes such … [Read more...]
VIDEO: First Lady Michelle Obama Invites You to Join The First Family in a Day of Service
When someone who, in our eyes, was a person of excellence passes we mourn and we remember. But for some of us, simply remembering is not enough. Their memory and their legacy drive us to feel the need to do more. So, we find a way to uphold their legacy and honor their memory. If they have done a great work, we find a way to carry that on and build upon it while seeking to live … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday First Lady Michelle Obama!
Today our First Lady, Michelle Obama, celebrates her 49th birthday. In her time as FLOTUS we have come to love her. She is a woman of virtue, a woman of strength, and has a heart for others. We are grateful for the example she sets as she faces each day with such grace and dignity. Today we at BMWK would like to wish First Lady Michelle Obama a happy birthday! [imagebrowser … [Read more...]
Is the Presidential Election Causing You to Lose Friends?
It's election season. And with the debates going on now, there is no shortage of things to talk about. Most people are watching the debates and posting their opinions directly on their Facebook pages.And who can resist re-posting some of the funny images that float around after a debate. I mean this one of the Sesame Street Characters who apparently are angry at Mitt … [Read more...]
VIDEO: Maysa (Featuring Stevie Wonder) “Have Sweet Dreams” Tribute to Barack and Michelle Obama
A loving tribute to Barack and Michelle Obama -- Performed by Maysa, written by Stevie Wonder and Kimberly Brewer (with Stevie on harmonica). From Maysa's "Motions Of Love" album. Maysa's "Motions of Love" on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/motions-of-love/id474066876 … [Read more...]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Is Always One Of Service For Obama Family
President Obama participated in a mentoring/service project with his family at Stuart Hobson Middle School in Washington, D.C., to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read what he had to say about today, and his family's long-standing tradition of service, here. … [Read more...]
The Obama Family Year In Photos
As the most famous Black family in the world, the Obamas make headlines no matter what they do or where they go. Check out these photos of President Obama, First Lady Michelle Obama and the girls, Malia and Sasha as they enjoyed year two in the White House: [imagebrowser id=30] … [Read more...]