By: Dr. M. Christopher Pugh For Black men, what is love without respect? It’s a hollow sentiment, a tool for manipulation, obsession, and abuse. Respect is not merely a virtue; it is the foundation upon which love stands. For men,
Tenure may not be an easy topic of discussion for some, but we can’t afford to avoid it. Workplace ageism typically refers to bias against older employees and is defined by the EEOC as discrimination targeting individuals aged 40 or
Decorated music industry veteran, Chubbie Baby, is responsible for many of the commercial hits in the urban market today. His work with Future, Saint JHN, Rick Ross, Lil Baby and 21 Savage have cemented his legacy as one of the
For decades, historically redlined neighborhoods have endured systemic discrimination, which has robbed many of the opportunities to build wealth, stability, and generational security through homeownership. Today, we still see the effects of these policies in Chicago and cities across the
In the wake of Donald Trump’s presidency, our nation has witnessed profound shifts in the political and social landscape. From emboldened rhetoric to policy shifts that threatened hard-won civil rights, the call for vigilance and action has never been louder.
When I think of Ms. Judith Jamison, I am reminded of far more than her extraordinary contributions to the world of dance. To the public, she was an icon—an indomitable force who shaped Alvin Ailey’s dream into an international legacy,
“…People know that something’s wrong; Everybody oughta know winter…The truth is there ain’t nobody fighting; Because, well nobody knows what to save, Brother, save your soul; Lord knows it’s winter in America. The Constitution, a noble piece of paper; With
Architecture, for me, has always been more than a profession. It’s my calling, my ministry, and the medium through which I strive to improve lives. I’m Ben S. McMillan III, AIA, NCARB, NOMA, CEO of IDG+ Architects, a firm with offices in
In today’s hyper-competitive, success-obsessed world, the pursuit of purpose often becomes an afterthought. So many people ascend to the peaks of their careers—earning prestigious titles, wealth, and recognition—only to find themselves unfulfilled. In my decades as a coach and psychologist, I’ve
Kimm D. Lett is a storyteller, connector, strategist and founder of flowers bookclub (@flowersbookclub), where she connects authors, activists and readers through engaging discussions. Passionate about social justice and cozy living, she shares tips on bringing warmth, comfort and meaning
Many think of the Surgeon General’s warnings as something found on dangerous substances like cigarettes. But recently, Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released an advisory on the dangers of parental stress, and the urgent need to better support parents and caregivers.
Dr. Keon N. Berry is an award-winning expert in education, dynamic social justice advocate and speaker, ordained minister, and international children’s book author. The Ivy League graduate is a professor at Morehouse College, where he researches and advocates for low-income,
Fourteen years ago, James Young faced a life-altering diagnosis: congestive heart failure and cardiomyopathy. His prognosis was grim, and he encountered three separate heart failure diagnoses, but through sheer resilience and determination, he beat the odds. Remarkably, James never required
Last week, Detroit, the nation’s largest Black metropolis, became a beacon of hope, innovation, and ambition as Ally’s Moguls in the Making competition brought together the next generation of Black entrepreneurial leaders. Fifty bright, driven students from 10 Historically Black Colleges and
The presidential election is less than a month away and there’s been a lot of chatter in the media in the last couple of weeks, suggesting that Black men are hesitant to support Kamala Harris in the Vice President’s run
Dr. Keon N. Berry is an award-winning expert in education, dynamic social justice advocate and speaker, ordained minister, and international children’s book author. The Ivy League graduate is a professor at Morehouse College, where he researches and advocates for low-income,
During a recent address to the National Association of Black Journalists, or NABJ, Vice President Kamala Harris expressed her commitment to earning the votes of Black men, a demographic that is showing increasing openness to supporting Donald Trump, according to
Gerald A. Griggs is an Atlanta attorney who was elected the 13th President of the State Conference of the Georgia NAACP by an overwhelming margin. Sixteen months later, he became the President of the Atlanta NAACP. He writes about our precious right to
I wrote a review of The Color Purple movie almost forty years ago in a student newspaper. I was sure not to read it while stealing away time to configure words to describe style, rhythm, content, interaction and overall emotion
