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(ThyBlackMan.com) America’s experiment with democracy and its position as a political and economic superpower died quietly after a punishing and long illness. Future historians and social scientists in discussing America’s life and eventual death highlighted four basic elements that lead to America’s demise. Those four elements were: Anti-immigration policies that severely damaged its economy and its role as an economic superpower; Its inability and unwillingness to seriously and adequately address […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When you think of Sam Cooke, you probably think of that satin-smooth voice gliding through classics like “A Change Is Gonna Come” or “Cupid.” But if you dig deeper — really listen beyond the big radio hits — you’ll find an artist who was never afraid to share the spotlight. For Sam, collaboration wasn’t just about singing pretty harmonies; it was about connection. About lifting up the people around […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) They came MacArthur Park on horseback and in riot gear, their faces covered and their weapons out.  They were part of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE) and the California National Guard.  They came with more than a dozen military vehicles, as helicopters swarmed overhead.  They came heavily armed with rifles and other weapons.  They came, clearly, ready to rumble, armed to excess.  Why? Local Angelenos, who might ordinarily […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When we talk about Janet Jackson, it’s tempting to focus only on her solo milestones — the groundbreaking visuals, the boundary-pushing albums, the iconic choreography that redefined pop stardom. But to truly understand Janet’s range and timeless appeal, you have to look at how she connects with others. Janet has always been more than just an entertainer; she’s a collaborator in the purest sense — able to step into […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) If you’ve spent any time shopping for cannabis online, you’ve probably seen the “bulk” section. It usually means buying larger amounts at once—like ounces instead of grams. The prices look great, and it seems like you’d save a lot of money. But is buying cannabis in bulk actually smart? It kind of depends. Bulk buying works well for some people, but not for everyone. If you’re just starting out […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) I do not claim to be an Oracle, Soothsayer or Shaman. In the past I’ve made predictions not based upon rituals, seances or crystal balls but by using observation and pattern recognition. Late in 2024 I predicted in a commentary entitled 2025 Predictions Israel would continue to wage war on its neighbors and in a later commentary in March of 2025 entitled War Appears Eminent I reiterated Israel is the aggressor nation that […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) I’m enjoying a documentary about the Cold War, which, not surprisingly, includes a segment regarding the late Sen. Joseph McCarthy. McCarthy is infamously known as the primary prosecutor of the “Red Scare” of the 1940s and 50s, in which millions of Americans were concerned that communists were plotting to take over our nation. (Interestingly, the documentary does not reveal that McCarthy won his first senatorial campaign with help from […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Few voices in gospel music have ever soared quite like Rance Allen’s. Known as the lead singer of the groundbreaking Rance Allen Group, he fused traditional gospel with soul, funk, and R&B long before it was fashionable, helping shape contemporary gospel music as we know it today. His powerhouse vocals, charismatic stage presence, and fearless genre-crossing made him a once-in-a-generation talent. Whether you’re deeply rooted in gospel or just […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) When people talk about the architects of Southern soul, names like Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, and Sam & Dave usually come up first. But leaving out Eddie Floyd means missing one of Stax Records’ most underrated yet vital voices. Best known for the timeless “Knock on Wood,” Floyd was never just a one-hit wonder — he was a gifted songwriter and performer who helped shape the Memphis soul sound […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The big ugly boondoggle, which President Donald Trump calls The Big Beautiful Bill, is a disgusting transfer of resources from the poor to the wealthy, preserving 2017 tax cuts, cutting Medicaid and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program, or food stamps), imposing new work requirements for benefits, and increasing defense spending by at least thirteen percent.  Kasey Kosgarian, Director of the National Priorities Project of the Institute for Policy Studies posed our choices […]