opinion

Opinion: Our Favorite Former Child Stars Are Mothers Now–Why Can’t We Let Them Grow Up?

Keke Palmer, Halle Bailey, and Skai Jackson don’t need approval to become mothers, but they deserve our empathy and respect.
12/02/2024

Opinion: Where Do We Go From Here? Reflecting on Vice President Kamala Harris' Heartbreaking Loss to a Convicted Felon

Despite a historic campaign and unwavering resilience, Kamala Harris’s bid for the presidency fell short, marking a challenging moment in America’s fight for democracy and equality.
11/06/2024

Opinion: Vote Like Women’s Lives Depend on It—Because They Do

As draconian abortion laws spread across the U.S., women’s health and lives are at risk. One woman shares her harrowing experience surviving an ectopic pregnancy and urges voters to defend reproductive rights before it’s too late.
11/04/2024

Opinion: The Struggle for Hip-Hop Journalism: Why the Culture Still Needs Real Reporters

Amid evolving media consumption habits, hip-hop journalists fight for their place—and for thoughtful, credible coverage—while others question the rising influence of unvetted content creators.
11/01/2024

Opinion: Black Men Do Vote. But Does America Listen?

Derrick Johnson, NAACP President, challenges the false narrative that Black men are disengaged, spotlighting their crucial role in elections and the relentless fight against voter suppression.
10/30/2024

Opinion: For The Love Of Black Jesus, Please Ignore The Polls

These polls are not just inaccurate; they distort the political landscape.
06/07/2024

OPINION: So a Black Congresswoman Hired Security – Where’s The Crime In That?

Missouri Rep. Cori Bush is under scrutiny for hiring her husband for protection, but that comes at a time when threats to lawmakers are real, especially in this political climate.
02/07/2024

Opinion: Black Folks and the White House’s 2024 Relationship Status: It’s Complicated

It’s political cuffing season and what the Biden Admin has done for African Americans lately is clear, but somehow there’s a messaging gap making everything fuzzy. Commentator Richard Fowler explains.
01/18/2024

Why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the Future of the NBA

Opinion: Luca Doncic and Victor Wembanyana are getting lots of buzz this season, but SGA is steady cooking dudes.
01/05/2024

OPINION | Black Women in 2023: A Review of Our Wins, Losses, and Draws

A look back at this year's triumphs, challenges, and moments that remain caught in between.
12/20/2023

Five Important Issues Surrounding Black Food Justice This Thanksgiving

Op-Ed: As we gather with friends and family for the holiday, there are things our community at large must still deal with.
11/22/2023