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These 7 Lionel Richie Songs Deserve a Spot on Your Playlist.

(ThyBlackMan.com) Lionel Richie gave us unforgettable hits like “Hello,” “All Night Long,” and “Endless Love.” But the deeper you go into his discography, the more you uncover songs that feel even more personal, more spiritual, and—dare I say—more timeless. Some of his most emotionally resonant work didn’t climb the charts or get constant radio play. These tracks weren’t made for the spotlight—they were made for the soul. They reflect a quieter, more intimate side of Richie that often goes overlooked, […]

May 22, 2025

Gospel

U.S. Credit Rating Downgraded: Moody’s Sounds Alarm Over Soaring National Debt.

(ThyBlackMan.com) America’s debt-addicted government just lost its triple-A credit rating from Moody’s, as it previously had from fellow rating agencies S&P and Fitch. Many in Washington shrugged the move off as minor or as unfair treatment of the Trump administration. The truth is more sobering: a flashing red signal that the United States is no longer seen as a “perfect” credit risk and that politicians should stop pretending economic growth alone can bail us out. Yes, the mess is real, and […]

May 22, 2025

Gospel

Malcolm X Would Have Turned 100: The Powerful Influence of His Grenadian Mother Louise Langdon Little.

(ThyBlackMan.com) Malcolm X, the fearless leader that the actor and activist Ossie Davis described as one of Harlem’s “brightest hopes”, the “stormy , controversial ad bold young captain”, and most movingly “our own Black shining prince.” would have been 100 years old on May 19. People commemorated that birthday in Harlem, at the Charles Wright Museum in Detroit, at Malcolm X college in Chicago, in his Omaha birthplace, and in many other places. Our icon is best known for his […]

May 22, 2025

Gospel

9 Essential Billy Preston Songs That Prove He Was More Than the ‘Fifth Beatle.

(ThyBlackMan.com) There are artists who play instruments, and then there are artists who seem to become the instrument. Billy Preston was the latter. The first time I heard his fingers dance across the keys, it wasn’t just music—it felt like a conversation with something higher, deeper, and far more joyful than most radio hits dare to reach. He wasn’t just a session player or a sideman (though he played with the Beatles, the Stones, and Clapton like it was nothing). […]

May 21, 2025

Gospel

Why Extending Trump’s Tax Cuts Could Add Trillions to the Deficit.

(ThyBlackMan.com) First off, let’s drop the Republican claim that not extending Trump’s 2017 tax cuts is a tax increase. Many of these tax cuts were purposely designed to expire and for a sneaky reason. Making them permanent would have hiked the bill’s cost by more than $1.5 trillion over 10 years. Add to that the interest payments tied to the higher borrowing, and the number rises to $2 trillion. The ugly bottom line is this: Trump’s “big, beautiful” tax and […]

May 21, 2025

Gospel

How to Keep Rural Projects Running Without Water Gaps.

(ThyBlackMan.com) Rural and remote operations, from agricultural activities to mining and infrastructure projects, often face a fundamental but frequently overlooked challenge: consistent and reliable access to water. Whether for irrigation, dust suppression, livestock hydration, or sanitation, water plays an indispensable role in keeping these projects operational and compliant with regulatory and environmental standards. Yet in regions where mains water is sparse or non-existent, ensuring an adequate supply becomes a logistical balancing act. This article explores the strategies and equipment that […]

May 21, 2025

Gospel

Weaponizing the Law: Trump Targets Critics While Breaking Rules Himself.

(ThyBlackMan.com) I’ve come to wonder: Is it a requirement—or even a basic expectation—for someone running for public office in the United States to know what the laws of that position actually require? Ever since the orange man (Donald Trump) began operating our government with seemingly no knowledge of the laws—or worse, no interest in following them—those working for the Would-Be King have served him, not the people, allowing him to disobey with impunity. Now, Trump’s wasting taxpayer dollars investigating former FBI Director […]

May 21, 2025

Gospel

From Reform to Reversal: What Happened to Policing After George Floyd?

(ThyBlackMan.com) “All Americans are entitled to live with the confidence that the law enforcement officers and agencies in their communities will live up to our Nation’s founding ideals and will protect the rights of all persons. Particularly in African-American communities, we must redouble our efforts as a Nation to swiftly address instances of misconduct.” — Presidential Executive Order on Safe Policing for Safe Communities, June 16, 2020 None of us can forget the moment we saw the murder of George Floyd […]

May 21, 2025 1

Gospel

America First or Bust: Why Trump’s Economic War With China Is Long Overdue.

(ThyBlackMan.com) I started teaching Statistics at the University level when I was 24. That means I have been teaching it at this level for 38 years. Truth be told, just because I have and do, doesn’t mean I have any extra level of clout for any opinion I enounce. I would wager I have more clout from the experience of my formative years in Memphis, South Memphis in particular (Castalia, Glenview, Alcy, Bunker Hill, Orange Mound, etc.). Let me just […]

May 21, 2025

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These 7 Lionel Richie Songs Deserve a Spot on Your Playlist.

U.S. Credit Rating Downgraded: Moody’s Sounds Alarm Over Soaring National Debt.

Malcolm X Would Have Turned 100: The Powerful Influence of His Grenadian Mother Louise Langdon Little.

9 Essential Billy Preston Songs That Prove He Was More Than the ‘Fifth Beatle.

Why Extending Trump’s Tax Cuts Could Add Trillions to the Deficit.

How to Keep Rural Projects Running Without Water Gaps.

Weaponizing the Law: Trump Targets Critics While Breaking Rules Himself.

From Reform to Reversal: What Happened to Policing After George Floyd?

America First or Bust: Why Trump’s Economic War With China Is Long Overdue.

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