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(ThyBlackMan.com) As the U.S. government continues its retreat from supporting the nonprofit sector, we are fortunate to have Mackenzie Scott (among other philanthropists) step up to fill some portion of the dangerous void that remains. I say “some portion” because private philanthropy cannot replace the amount of tax dollars that support the roughly 1.9 million U.S. nonprofit organizations – to include postsecondary institutions. Scott recently donated $70 million to the […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel—giants of late-night television—now find themselves facing censorship, dismissal, or forced silence when their words cross the powerful. That should alarm us all. If media figures of their stature can be muzzled, what chance do ordinary journalists or community truth-tellers have?   I know this pain personally. Decades ago, I was among the first Black women to sit on the editorial board of a major […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Assata Shakur’s life and death cannot be separated from the politics of America’s racial divide, the Cold War, and the enduring question of what constitutes liberation versus what constitutes terrorism. Born Joanne Deborah Chesimard in New York City, Shakur emerged from the radical movements of the late 1960s and 1970s. She aligned herself with the Black Panther Party, and later the Black Liberation Army, at a time when America […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Unless you have control of your OWN mind, control of your destiny will be in the hands of others. No man is free who is not master of himself. This is why American enslavers made it a point to convert their slaves to Christianity. And the Arabs converted their 800-years slaves to Islam, in both cases, for the sole purpose of mind control. There certainly were no concerns about […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Money is a practical tool, but for many people it also becomes a mirror of personal value. A steady paycheck, a new car, or a nice home often serve as symbols of success. On the flip side, financial struggles can feel like personal failures. While financial status can influence self-esteem and social standing, tying self-worth too closely to money can leave individuals vulnerable to disappointment and distress. To illustrate […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Car accidents often happen without warning and can leave people shaken both physically and emotionally. The immediate aftermath is usually chaotic, with flashing lights, honking horns, and people rushing to help or flee. In those first moments, it is hard to grasp the severity of what has occurred or to predict the ripple effects on everyone involved. Families, friends, and witnesses can be deeply affected even if they were […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) There are few things the old me liked more than a meaty discussion about the American Founding. The history was interesting for its own sake but also essential guidance for the present and future. Or so I believed for decades. The other day, a podcast in my feed addressed these matters and I had to turn it off. Reflections on the Founders no longer feel energizing. Instead, it now […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) During the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, millions of people across the United States watched the events unfold in real time on live television. We saw news broadcasters provide continuous coverage showing how police officers were unable to contain the rioters who eventually breached the U.S. Capitol building. Watching this attack, I found myself in shock and disbelief that something like this could ever happen in […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Life can change in an instant, especially when personal injuries occur. A simple misstep, a car accident, or an unforeseen incident at work can alter the course of daily routines, leaving families grappling with both emotional and financial challenges. The suddenness of these events often leaves people unprepared, highlighting the importance of awareness and careful planning in everyday activities. For families in the Black community, the consequences of personal […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) A personal injury can arrive suddenly and without warning, leaving both physical and emotional marks. For many, it is more than just a momentary setback; it is a profound disruption that affects daily routines, relationships, and even the ability to work. Recovering from such incidents requires patience and determination, and the journey is often complex and multifaceted. The shock of a sudden injury can leave individuals grappling with feelings […]