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(ThyBlackMan.com) While hundreds of top military generals and admirals were summoned to Quantico, Virginia for a rare and unusual summit, President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth didn’t receive the type of MAGA response they were expecting. Gen. Dan Caine, Trump’s handpicked chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told military brass in his opening comments that the event was an “unprecedented opportunity and honor”. In keeping with the military’s […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Janet Jackson is more than a pop icon — she is a cultural historian in motion, a mirror to generations of social change and emotional evolution. Across her career, her words have often been as impactful as her music. They capture the struggles and triumphs of identity, love, faith, and self-acceptance — themes that continue to resonate deeply in our modern era. Each of these quotes carries a fragment […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Exactly why are the Democrats trying to save Republicans from a drubbing in the midterms? Their shutdown of the government to stop cuts in health coverage does not work to their political advantage — or ultimately help those they purport to be protecting.   Republicans running for reelection know that their One Big Beautiful Bill will cause millions to lose health insurance. It is already spiking the cost of […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When you talk about timeless soul music, The Four Tops deserve a permanent seat at the table. Their music, led by the deep, passionate voice of Levi Stubbs, captured the heart of Motown and the sound of an entire generation. Even decades later, these records still stir emotion, spark joy, and remind listeners what it means to feel every note. Below are eight songs that continue to define The […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Rapper Pooh Shiesty, born Lontrell Donell Williams Jr., has officially been released early from federal prison after serving roughly three years of a five-year sentence. His freedom marks a major turning point for both his personal life and his career—a moment fans have been waiting on since 2021 when his legal troubles first erupted into the headlines. The Memphis rapper, best known for his breakout hit “Back in Blood” […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When I served as Treasurer of Ohio, helping to keep the state books balanced, the question of whether states should ever hire outside lawyers came up often and comparatively little attention was paid to who was being hired and whether state contracts truly protected the state and aligned with their values. That has long needed to change. Given new data that has come to light about the donations being […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s called the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education.” It is anything but. It asks the schools who received Wednesday’s letter to give up their academic freedom and adopt the right-wing partisan platform on education in exchange for preferred access to federal funding. Of course, the document points out (as it must) that “institutions of higher education are free to develop models and values other than those” in […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The Manhattans defined what it means to blend heart and harmony into pure soul. From Jersey City to stages around the world, they transformed emotion into sound — crafting songs where smooth vocals, orchestral arrangements, and slow-burning grooves met poetic storytelling. Led by Gerald Alston, their blend of silky leads and rich background harmonies became a blueprint for romantic R&B. Every track they recorded felt like a performance of […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Choosing the right eye clinic for vision correction can feel overwhelming, especially in a city like London where numerous options compete for your attention. The decision you make will directly impact not only your eyesight but also your comfort, recovery, and long-term satisfaction with the results. Whether you’re considering laser eye surgery, lens replacement surgery, or cataract surgery, selecting the right clinic is crucial for achieving the best possible […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) It is a serious charge to call someone a fool. When you or I call someone a fool, it is unlikely that we are referring to an objective analysis, like the person having a psychiatric disorder or subnormal intelligence, and therefore likely to be under special supervision. No, when we call someone a fool, it is usually a subjective opinion, someone with whom we may disagree, and may even […]