[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...]
In Response to the Recent Violence, This Black Pastor and Sheriff Wants You to Put Down the Protest Signs and Pick Up These Scriptures
The recent violence—from the deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile to the slain Dallas and Baton Rouge police officers—has left many of us feeling hurt, lost and troubled. We wanted to hear from someone who represented both sides of the tragedies. So we turned to this black pastor who also actively serves as a sheriff. We chose to keep him anonymous for his … [Read more...]
With All That’s Going on in This World, What Do I Tell My Sons?
By Yasmeen Hayes [Editor's Note: This post was written July 7, 2016 prior to the attack on the Dallas officers]. This morning, we woke up to another murder involving police and an African-American man who could have easily been my husband, sons, brothers, father, cousins, uncles and best friend. While my husband and I take an active role in raising our boys, I shed many … [Read more...]
Another Day, Another Hashtag; Celebs React to the Next Gratuitous Police Killing
In less than 24 hours, another police shooting has occurred, this time in Falcon Heights, Minn. near Minneapolis. The victim Philando Castile was pulled over for a broken tail light. Jetmag.com has the story: The aftermath of a police-involved shooting was captured on Facebook Live by a woman identifying herself as the victim’s girlfriend. The video, which has seemingly … [Read more...]