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(ThyBlackMan.com) Then-Sen. Barack Obama’s 2008 run, a classic identity play, emphasized the history-making potential of electing the nation’s first Black president. No one knew or cared much about Obama’s policy positions, and he didn’t bother to share them. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ 2016 and 2020 bids were policy arguments focused around a succinct set of issues: student loan debt, the minimum wage and health care. The fact that he would have […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Q: What’s a “hillbilly marriage counselor”? A: A 2 x 4 Hoo hoo! That shore is funny, Zeke! Pass me the jug! Used to be, if you had embarrassing relatives, you kept ’em out of town until the race for county commissioner was over. If you had an Italian last name and you were running for office in Connecticut in 1960, and your Uncle Joey the Nose was big […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Have you heard about Tim Walz’s folksiness? Surely you’ve noticed the “folksy demeanor” and “folksy manner” and “folksy appeal” and “folksy mannerisms” of this “folksy former soldier”? If you somehow missed it, the “folksy governor of Minnesota” exudes a “folksy … informal vibe” and “folksy relatability.” But don’t forget his “folksy rebukes” and “folksy plain-spoken and sharp-tongued approach,” either. All these quotes are taken from major media outlets. Kamala Harris‘ […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) A few weeks ago my wife and I attended a family event at National Park New Jersey called the Butterfly Festival. It was a hot day but the park was filled with families taking advantage of the venue. There were vendors, food trucks, face painting and games for the children, and a tent full of butterflies and moths with visual exhibitions and lectures teaching about the lives of pollinators and […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Cardi B, one of the most successful female rappers of this generation, has built her career on being unapologetically raw and real. From her start as a stripper to her meteoric rise in the music industry, she has never been shy about her past or the controversies that surround her. But recently, her boldness seems to have crossed a line that has many people questioning not just her character, […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) It seems like trouble just follows Travis Scott, no matter where he goes! The rapper, notorious for his headline-grabbing antics, has found himself in hot water once again, but this time it’s not on U.S. soil—it’s in Paris, the city of lights and love. And what did Travis do to find himself embroiled in yet another controversy? Well, according to reports, he got into a physical altercation with none […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the world of entertainment, where drama and relationships intertwine like vines on a trellis, the saga of Drake, Rihanna, and Serena Williams stands out as a testament to missed opportunities, complex emotions, and a flair for the dramatic. With the revelation that Drake’s 2016 hit song “Too Good,” which features none other than Rihanna, is actually about his relationship with tennis legend Serena Williams, one can’t help but […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) The name “Jordan” is synonymous with greatness. Michael Jordan, a name etched into the annals of sports history, is the epitome of basketball excellence, a global icon who transcends sports. But it seems the legendary status doesn’t necessarily pass down, as Marcus Jordan, Michael’s son, continues to make headlines for all the wrong reasons. Once again, Marcus is at the center of a storm, this time involving allegations of […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) In the world of hip-hop, silence can be louder than words, and Yung Miami, one-half of the dynamic duo City Girls, has been a testament to this in recent years. For a long time, fans and critics alike have speculated about her relationship with music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, especially in the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse that have surfaced against him. Yung Miami, whose real […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) With history as our guide, if the elections were held today on a scale from 1 to 100, the Democrats would already have a 9 to 1 lead over former President Donald Trump. In our model, 10% would represent the Black vote and 90% would be the non-Black (predominately white) vote. This is not based on issues or records but solely on identity politics. Can this change? It would […]