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(ThyBlackMan.com) Relocating is never a small task, but when children are involved, the process becomes far more complex. Beyond the physical logistics of packing and settling into a new environment, there are legal considerations, emotional adjustments, and practical concerns that must be addressed to ensure the move is safe and positive for the whole family. Parents often underestimate just how many details come into play, especially when custody agreements, school […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame will soon be adding more members to its unique Hall of Fame in 2025. One person from that Hall of Fame class of 2025, Dwight Howard, carried the weight of being a high school phenom entering the NBA during the 2000s. Howard was arguably the second highest profile high school to NBA prospect of the 2000s, only behind a certain Los Angeles […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) If Democrats win both the US Senate and the House of Representatives, they would be in the position to impeach Donald Trump. It will be one of the first things demanded by the Democratic base and others. Independents and many Republicans will support Trump’s impeachment. Their support for impeachment will not be due to Trump’s embarrassment of America to the world. It will not be because he has shown […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) I want to start off this writing by making a statement and saying that it is my desire to live not only with a form of Godliness but with the power that goes with it! In order to clarify, I guess I must start with what is a form of Godliness? Form to me refers to the outside / external part of us and Godliness to me means a […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few groups in American music history carry the cultural, spiritual, and social weight of The Staple Singers. Led by Roebuck “Pops” Staples and anchored by the powerful, soulful voice of Mavis Staples, the group seamlessly bridged gospel, soul, and R&B, while also lending their voices to the soundtrack of the Civil Rights Movement. They were not only entertainers but also messengers—reminding listeners of faith, perseverance, and collective strength. Their […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Every day we are assaulted with more and more absurdities, irrational claims, government pronouncements and policies that make no sense at all. Eight months into the second Trump presidency we are witnessing the implosion and collapse of the Democratic Party as Trump places his stamp on the Republican Party which means we will see more flip flopping, outrageous bombast, threats, contradictions and gaslighting. It’s as if we somehow got […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Democrats and Republicans are having difficulty, with a single economic message. It’s puzzling because each party says, they work in the best interest of American workers. So, what is in the best interest of Americans, American workers, professional, blue collar, union, working-class Americans, and retired Americans? The short answer is economic growth and prosperity. That’s what is in the nation’s best interest and that’s what we all want, from either party. The Declaration of […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Some headlines are just too stupid to pass by. Yes, this is the Trump era, and Trump being Trump and all that. But even so, there should be some things a president doesn’t say — or do. This is one. “Trump Says Smithsonian Focuses Too Much on ‘How Bad Slavery Was,'” The New York Times screamed this morning. Yes, he really said that. In a post on social media […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Breaking Free Without Breaking Down When most people think about getting out of debt, they imagine cutting everything fun out of their lives. No coffee runs, no dining out, no vacations, no new clothes. Basically, living like a hermit until every debt is paid off. That kind of approach may sound responsible, but let’s be honest, it feels miserable. And when something feels miserable, it is a lot harder […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Langston Hughes remains one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century. As a central voice of the Harlem Renaissance, he used poetry, essays, and plays to illuminate the realities of Black life in America while affirming the dignity and resilience of his community. Beyond his artistry, Hughes left behind a body of work that continues to serve as both historical record and moral compass. His words, […]