October 20, 2015 Sen. Bernie Sanders, the Democratic candidate for president, shocked people when he noted that 51 percent of African-Americans aged 17 through 20 who have graduated high school…
By Paul Kiel and Annie Waldman, ProPublica An analysis shows that debt collection suits are far more common in Black communities than white ones. (Image: Deep concern via Shutterstock; Edited:…
The speed with which American film star Danny Glover answered the question left no doubt about the strong position he holds on the issue. “Absolutely! That’s something I support,” he…
By Raulston NEMBHARD In attempting to reassert Britain’s geopolitical interests in the region, British Prime Minister David Cameron made a stop in Jamaica last week. He was given the customary…
By Ricardo Makyn He is known for his roles in iconic films such as the Lethal Weapon series and the Color Purple, but a little less-known fact about actor Danny…
By Jennifer Turner Next week, the U.N. Human Rights Council will formally adopt the first-ever U.N. report on mass incarceration. In this groundbreaking report, the U.N. high commissioner for human…
9/30/15 Pope Francis came to the papacy under unusual circumstances. His predecessor, Pope Benedict, resigned because of failing health. Pope Francis is the first Pope from the New World chosen…
September 29, 2015 Pope Francis has departed, but his words and his presence linger. He had an electric effect on those who saw him or heard his words. He served…
By Kelly Hayes Young Black organizer and performing artist Ethan Viets-VanLear and Remy, a Diné, Navajo direct action trainer, worked in creative collaboration to combat police violence in Chicago in…
BY JESSE JACKSON September 22, 2015 Washington is girding itself for what will be an historic visit by Pope Francis this week. So many are expected to flock into the…
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byRev. William Albert Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump often wears a baseball hat, with the words emblazoned across the top, “Make America Great Again.” What should alarm voters is the…