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(ThyBlackMan.com) Vice President Kamala Harris and her campaign have embraced TikTok and are catching up to former President Donald Trump in using the social media app as a tool to mobilize, rally and communicate with supporters. But unlike Trump, Harris has so far failed to say that, if elected, she would abandon the Biden-Harris administration’s misguided effort to ban the app, which would be an obvious violation of First Amendment […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the ever-evolving world of entertainment, it’s not uncommon to see veterans of the industry throwing shade at the rising stars. However, when Joe Budden, a seasoned rapper and podcast host, decided to take shots at Kai Cenat, a popular Twitch streamer, the internet couldn’t help but notice the underlying bitterness. While Budden’s criticisms might seem like just another opinion, it begs the question: why does Joe Budden, a […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the world of hip-hop, controversy is often a catalyst for fame, and no one embodies that more than Blueface. The California rapper, born Johnathan Jamall Porter, has made headlines for years—not just for his music, but for his tumultuous personal life, scandalous behavior, and seemingly endless string of legal troubles. However, the latest chapter in Blueface’s saga might be the most serious yet, as he was recently sentenced […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) For Sha’Carri Richardson, the journey to Olympic gold has been nothing short of extraordinary. This was not just a race, but a culmination of years of hard work, determination, and personal growth. As she anchored the U.S. women’s 4×100 relay team to victory, it was clear that Richardson had come a long way from the raw, fiery college athlete who burst onto the scene a few years ago. Now, […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) As the political landscape heats up for the 2024 presidential election, the Democratic National Convention (DNC) is set to become a star-studded affair, with some of the biggest names in entertainment rumored to rally behind Vice President Kamala Harris. Among the most talked-about figures are the power couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z, who have long been vocal supporters of the Democratic Party. But as they prepare to potentially take center […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Then-Sen. Barack Obama’s 2008 run, a classic identity play, emphasized the history-making potential of electing the nation’s first Black president. No one knew or cared much about Obama’s policy positions, and he didn’t bother to share them. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ 2016 and 2020 bids were policy arguments focused around a succinct set of issues: student loan debt, the minimum wage and health care. The fact that he would have […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Q: What’s a “hillbilly marriage counselor”? A: A 2 x 4 Hoo hoo! That shore is funny, Zeke! Pass me the jug! Used to be, if you had embarrassing relatives, you kept ’em out of town until the race for county commissioner was over. If you had an Italian last name and you were running for office in Connecticut in 1960, and your Uncle Joey the Nose was big […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Have you heard about Tim Walz’s folksiness? Surely you’ve noticed the “folksy demeanor” and “folksy manner” and “folksy appeal” and “folksy mannerisms” of this “folksy former soldier”? If you somehow missed it, the “folksy governor of Minnesota” exudes a “folksy … informal vibe” and “folksy relatability.” But don’t forget his “folksy rebukes” and “folksy plain-spoken and sharp-tongued approach,” either. All these quotes are taken from major media outlets. Kamala Harris‘ […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) A few weeks ago my wife and I attended a family event at National Park New Jersey called the Butterfly Festival. It was a hot day but the park was filled with families taking advantage of the venue. There were vendors, food trucks, face painting and games for the children, and a tent full of butterflies and moths with visual exhibitions and lectures teaching about the lives of pollinators and […]