New Crack Cocaine Bill Leaves Thousands Behind Bars
by Earl Ofari HutchinsonDespite studies confirming that illicit drug use by Blacks is no greater than that of Whites, Black offenders are less likely to be offered a chance to plea bargain and... »
The Death of Derrion Albert: Living and Dying in America
by Dr. Maulana Karenga -Guest Columnist- | Nov 4, 2009 - 11:13:41 AMThere has been a torrent of expressions of rightful outrage over the callous killing of Derrion Albert of Chicago. But if we are not careful, his senseless murder could easily become just another item on the internet among the endless spectacles of life and death. »
America's racial climate and the first Black president
by FinalCall.com News | Oct 27, 2009 - 4:59:53 PMIt has been about a year since the first Black president of the United States was elected. By nearly all accounts, Barack Obama ran a brilliant race, mastering the Electoral College, attracting disaffected and young voters to the political process and issuing a call for change that rang across America. »
The Psychological and Genetic Roots OF Urban Violence
by Harry Davidson, Ph.D. -Guest Columnist- | Oct 26, 2009 - 2:38:52 PMCertainly we should abhor the actions of [violent] young men. However, we should also look at the pervasive violence in our 'youth culture' and its relationship to a violent America. “Black youth do not live in isolation, away from a violent America. The sickness of violence affects everyone and permeates our society.” »
Do Black voices still count in American discourse?
by William P. Muhammad -Guest Columnist- | Oct 26, 2009 - 2:33:59 PMRegarding the discourse between the Black masses and the politically connected elite, speaking truth to power has long been a method for airing grievances. From voicing principled opposition to making one's displeasure known to government. »
Double Duty: The Black Woman's Struggle Raising Boys Alone
by Deric Muhammad -Guest Columnist- | Oct 26, 2009 - 2:26:06 PMIt is only a matter of time before Hallmark designs and manufactures Father's Day cards for Black women. They would fly off of the shelves in the Black community and it would be difficult for us as a community to protest given the fact that we have helped create the market for it. »
Afro-Latino Heritage Must be Highlighted
by Nicole C. Lee -Guest Columnist- | Oct 23, 2009 - 2:13:15 PMThis month is Hispanic Heritage Month, a celebration to recognize the lives and contributions of people from Latin America and Spanish-speaking Caribbean countries in the U.S. This is an important month but how it is celebrated in the U.S. leaves many African-Americans not fully understanding the important stake we have in this month. »
Hispanic, Latino, or Indigenous
by David J. Muhammad -Guest Columnist- | Oct 23, 2009 - 1:52:05 PMWith the return to power of Indigenous, Black, and Mestizo leaders and movements from Latin America, many “Latinos” in the United States have chosen to reassert these original identities. »
Delivering on the Million Man March pledge
by FinalCall.com News | Oct 16, 2009 - 11:36:59 AMOctober 16 marks the 14th anniversary of the historic Million Man March. When reflecting on the day that many called “a glimpse of heaven,” there are several things people must remember when dealing with the Million Man March, its historical importance, and its long-lasting legacy. »
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