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(ThyBlackMan.com) The nation is afflicted with an epidemic of mal-parenting. How do we know? The persistence of shocking levels of juvenile delinquency and crime. The poster child case is Ethan Crumbley, guilty of murdering four students at Oxford High School in southeastern Michigan in 2021 and sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. You do not need to be a criminologist to understand the nexus between parental mal-parenting […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When reflecting on the legacy of Southern soul and blues-infused R&B, Marvin Sease stands out as a figure both revered and controversial. Known for his unapologetically adult themes, Sease carved a unique lane outside the mainstream while amassing a devoted following across the Southern United States and beyond. While many remember him for his provocative lyrics and bold persona, a deeper dive into his discography reveals a versatile artist […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Major Harris may not have achieved the household name status of his contemporaries, but his influence on soul and R&B music is unmistakable. As a solo artist and as a member of the legendary Delfonics, Harris delivered a brand of smooth, emotionally intelligent music that spoke directly to matters of the heart. His voice had a rich, expressive tone that carried the weight of lived experience — whether he […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) It is discerning and disturbing to witness young men and women wearing Immigration and Custom Enforcement (ICE) uniforms faces covered descending on playgrounds, slithering into classrooms and institutions of faith with guns and tasers drawn. Interrogating children as to where they were born and where their parents were born. Recently such a scene played out in New York City in which ICE agents with guns and tasers drawn recently […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The pain that millions of Americans will feel from the Republicans’ megabill is real. It may take time for the reality and pain of the new domestic policy to hit, but it will eventually come, and it will not be pleasant. Part of the current pain is knowing that the legislation could have been stopped during the Senate vote. There was hope that Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) would have joined […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Keke Wyatt is one of the most vocally gifted artists in contemporary R&B, yet she often flies under the radar when conversations center around the genre’s most celebrated voices. Known for her remarkable range, emotional intensity, and seamless blend of gospel, soul, and modern R&B, Wyatt has cultivated a body of work that is both technically stunning and deeply heartfelt. Since emerging in the early 2000s, she has consistently […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Medical advances continue to transform healthcare, offering new hope and possibilities for patients worldwide. However, when it comes to understanding and adopting innovative treatments, cultural context plays a crucial role—especially within the African-American community. Recognizing how history, trust, communication, and cultural beliefs influence healthcare decisions helps bridge gaps and improve outcomes. The Importance of Cultural Perspectives in Healthcare For many African-Americans, healthcare experiences are shaped by a complex history […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When the conversation turns to the giants of the tenor saxophone, Hank Mobley’s name doesn’t always come up first — but it should. Sometimes dubbed “the middleweight champion of the tenor sax,” Mobley carved out his place not with the explosive power of Coltrane or the breathy romanticism of Getz, but with a style built on warmth, swing, and a lyrical sense of melody that remains uniquely his own. […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Within the space of twenty-four hours L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and the L.A. County Board of Supervisors announced a package of aid and support programs for immigrants and immigrant rights groups. The funding for the programs will come from public and private sources. The move by Bass and the Supervisor is in part driven by compassion for and the need to aid immigrants almost literally under the gun from […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) God is puzzling, and the wise knows it, for He puzzles them day by day. Fools find God puzzling too, for although they benefit from his providence every day, yet they say in their hearts that He does not exist. Believers find God puzzling too, not in the ways of the wise and the foolish, or in the way of the skeptic but in an entirely different way. People […]