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(ThyBlackMan.com) Let the record show that having personal agency and stating one’s beliefs is a sign of strength. However, there exists a coterie of folk, black folk who instead of confronting me with a valid argument for reasons that I should not vote for Trump, only hurl insults, attempt to shame me, and call me names. One common characterization they direct towards me is calling me an Uncle Tom. Example: […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) As we approach the last week in October 2024 the planet and humanity finds itself at a proverbial crossroad and we have to make a decisive choice, which way we will go. We find ourselves confronted with a presidential election in the US, with wars escalating in Eastern Europe and West Asia that could very easily spiral out of control into major regional and or global conflagrations. America has […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The lights were dimmed just perfectly, the crowd was buzzing with anticipation, and Selena Gomez, the star of the night, was standing on the stage at her own charity event, Rare Impact Fundraising Benefit. The “Calm Down” songstress has certainly cemented her place as one of the most recognized names in both the music and film industries, but little did she know, this particular night would take a turn […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Even if not a regular churchgoer themselves, many Black men under the age of 50 were raised with patriarchal socially conservative Christian beliefs about women—often through the religious teachings of their parents or grandparents. From the very first book of the Bible, the man has been categorized as being superior to the woman, “And Adam said, this is now bone of my bones, and flesh of my flesh: she […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the world of Hollywood relationships, few couples have captivated fans like Rihanna and Chris Brown. Their relationship, one of pop culture’s most complex romances, was a whirlwind of passion, heartbreak, and undeniable chemistry. Now, over a decade later, whispers suggest that the two might be seeing each other again, rekindling a flame that many thought was long extinguished. Rihanna, who is currently with rapper A$AP Rocky, has built […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The world of basketball has once again found itself in a swirl of controversy, but this time, it’s not because of an on-court rivalry or an epic game-winning shot. Instead, it’s NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal who’s caught in the crossfire. Recently, Shaq made some eyebrow-raising comments on an episode of Unapologetically Angel, a podcast hosted by WNBA star Angel Reese. His choice of words sparked widespread backlash, leaving fans […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Word to the wise: Don’t Boo! Vote! President Barack Obama Hey there, fellow Americans! Election day is just around the corner, and I keep on involuntarily remembering my grandpa. Jeez, that old guy was always getting on my case about voting when I was about 12 years old. He would wag his finger and say, “You better get your butt to those polls when you turn 18!” I thought […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The star-studded city of Houston was ablaze with energy this past Friday as Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, one of the most iconic figures in the music industry and a long-time advocate for social justice, made an impassioned appearance at Vice President Kamala Harris’s rally. In a rare public statement regarding politics, Beyoncé not only used her voice to bolster Harris’s 2024 campaign but also crafted a powerful message that reverberated with […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Toni Morrison remains one of the most powerful voices in American literature, with her works transcending mere storytelling to examine the complexities of African American life, identity, history, and resilience. Born in 1931, Morrison’s background as a Black woman in the United States shaped her literary vision, as she worked to bring the narratives and struggles of African Americans to the forefront. Her novels, celebrated for their poetic language […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the world of glitz, glamour, and high-stakes celebrity relationships, the love story of Sharelle Rosado and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson has taken a surprising twist. After months of engagement and a shared journey through parenthood, Rosado, the star of Selling Tampa and powerhouse real estate agent, announced via Twitter that she and Johnson are no longer together. Her blunt message read, “Chad and I are no longer together, please […]