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(ThyBlackMan.com) In politics, few figures have demonstrated the kind of transactional decisiveness that Trump exemplifies. His recent dealings with the Colombian government underscore the efficiency of his approach. Regardless of whether you agree with his broader policies, it’s hard to deny the fact that so far the president has been decisive and effective on his biggest campaign promise: tackling illegal immigration. When Colombia’s president initially refused to accept flights carrying […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few artists have left an indelible mark on music and culture like Michael Jackson. Dubbed the King of Pop, Jackson’s influence transcends generations, genres, and even continents. His music is a reflection of social change, artistic excellence, and Black creativity at its highest level. As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s only fitting to honor the contributions of one of the most significant Black artists of all time. Michael […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Having obtained a Certificate of Advanced Study in Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), via Rice University on Coursera,?June 2022 this writers  journey through the program was much more than just that of an academic pursuit; it was an expedition of self-discovery that broadened my understanding of how truly inclusive leadership can make organizations stronger, fuel?innovation and create pathways for individuals from all walks of life. So, […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s a new year, and one that should see Black men walk in their fullness. Everyone deserves to be happy, and to have their voices heard about issues that concern them. It is unfair to demand to be heard and seen…but shut out the voices of others pleading for the exact same thing. There is a consensus, and growing understanding, that Black women in America are hurting. They have […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The NBA world has been set ablaze with the news that the Los Angeles Lakers and Dallas Mavericks have agreed on a shocking blockbuster trade involving superstars Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic. This deal, which also ropes in the Utah Jazz, has the potential to shift the balance of power in the Western Conference and redefine the future of both franchises. The deal, as first reported by ESPN’s Shams […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Part 1. Certainly, no one can honestly doubt, accurately deny or innocently dismiss the fact that we are living in treacherous and trying times. When we speak of treacherous times, we are talking of risky and unreliable times, times that are unstable, unpredictable and unworthy of trust even at the most essential levels of social expectations. And when we talk of trying times, we are speaking of times that […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) As we begin to transverse this new year and another trip around the sun, we must resist the temptation to slip into a funk of pessimism, discouragement or depression over things we have absolutely no control. Inflation is beyond our control, it is what it is. Shop wisely, be thrifty. We cannot control the weather, we cannot control the recklessness, malfeasance and corruption we are witnessing all around us […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Stephen Miller has made quite a name for himself in the last few years. At just 39 years of age, he is the new White House Deputy Chief of Staff, as well as U.S. Homeland Security Advisor. Most importantly, Miller is by all accounts one of President Donald Trump’s closest advisors. Miller is the primary architect of Trump’s immigration pronouncements and policies, which was the case during his first […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few musicians have reshaped the sound of modern music as profoundly as Miles Davis. As a visionary trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, Davis revolutionized jazz multiple times over his career. From bebop to cool jazz, from modal experimentation to electric fusion, he constantly evolved. But at the heart of his genius was the blues—the deeply expressive and emotional core of his music. Davis understood the blues not just as a […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Whenever we deal with some contentious subjects like crime, faith, doctrine or family, we are entering areas of great controversy and debate with opinions being formed and colored by a raft of personal experience. This is especially true when we are dealing with a subject like wealth and poverty. I am not going to define wealth and riches and poverty since all these things are relative and each of […]