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Graduating From High School is Not an Option

When it comes to educational attainment and African-American males, the tardy bell continues to ring: African American males are failing to graduate in alarming numbers, and it does not appear to be getting any better.

The Origin of Memorial Day

According to some historians, Memorial Day originated following the U.S. Civil War as a tradition celebrating the emancipation of former slaves and to honor those who gave their lives for that cause.

African-American Outreach 101 for the GOP: In the Aftermath of Rand Paul’s Visit to Howard

Overall, the GOP does not have to change their core principles to attract a more diverse base, but they must evolve as party and package their message differently to appeal to the demographics they are trying to reach.

El Momento Es Ahora – End the Cuban Embargo Now

The Carters, rapper/mogul Jay-Z and his wife Beyoncé, found themselves caught in an international controversy after vacationing on the communist island of Cuba for their fifth wedding anniversary.

Be Not Discouraged in the Quest for STEM Education

In a 2010 study by The Bayer Corporation, it was reported that many minorities as well as women have been discouraged from pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Further, this report identifies the American educational system as the culprit.

Black Teenage Pregnancy Stereotypes…Or Are They?

Recently, my brother called to vent about an NPR report on teen pregnancy. Apparently a brouhaha had developed among some in the black community who saw the report as “racially biased”.

GIVE ME BACK MY BLACK: The Two-Faced, Pale Side of Painting and Wearing Black Face

We encounter many people who think it is okay to mock, parody, imitate, mimic, jeer and caricaturize us as a people, as women -- specifically, the color of our skin.

Shine the Spotlight on our Health and Wellness

March is National Women’s History Month. This is the perfect time to remind ourselves as black women to reflect and celebrate!

Women’s History Month: A Celebration of HERstory

As we exit Black History Month, we march into the celebration of her story – Women’s History Month. First recognized by the United States in 1911, Women’s History Month is a global phenomenon in which billions honor the lives, contributions and accomplishments of women.

America’s Unique Gun Problem

Following the latest mass shooting in Newton, Connecticut, the discussion around gun control has re-emerged. Unfortunately, throughout the discourse, we tend to lump all of America's issues with guns into one realm. However, that is just not the case.