Gospel

(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, […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) You’ve seen the video. Big-rig driver Harjinder Singh tries to make an illegal U-turn on a Florida turnpike. The semi-truck jackknifed and blocked all lanes of traffic. Those in the minivan destroyed in the Aug. 12 crash never had a chance. The collision killed the driver and two passengers. The question on everyone’s mind: How did Singh get a commercial driver’s license? The Indian citizen reportedly crossed the U.S. border […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) Toni Morrison was more than a novelist; she was a cultural force whose words reshaped the way America talks about race, identity, and humanity. As the first African American woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, Morrison’s legacy extends beyond the page into classrooms, movements, and everyday lives. Her novels carry the weight of history, but her interviews, essays, and speeches distilled that same brilliance into sharp, memorable […]

(ThyBlackMan.com) At this point in his second term, President Donald Trump has higher approval ratings than Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama in their second terms. According to the Real Clear Politics average of presidential approval polls, Trump, on Aug. 13, 2025, had a rating of 45.8%. G.W. Bush on Aug. 13, 2005, registered a 43.2% rating. Obama, on Aug. 13, 2013, stood at 43.8%. For Trump, this approval rating […]