In the days following President Barack Obama’s first inauguration, the preparations for Black History Month felt especially joyful. That was a moment when the entire nation could see black history and American history being written at the same time. The record-breaking sea of nearly two million multicolored faces of all ages and from every nook and cranny of America cheering … [Read more...] about Writing the next chapter
Editorials and Opinions
A Black History wake-up call
It is time for African Americans to wake up and see reality as it is. February is here, which means it is once again Black History Month. This is the month where African Americans can focus on understanding history and possibly changing their present. It is time for African Americans to wake up and make some radical changes or they won’t have a future. February 2025 needs … [Read more...] about A Black History wake-up call
Brave or very foolish?
In 2025, after more than 150 years since being emancipated, African Americans have adopted the definition of one of two words to explain their existence and actions. The two words are 'brave' and 'foolish'. The reason African Americans are either one of the two previous words is because they are surrounded by enemies and seem not to care. Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines … [Read more...] about Brave or very foolish?
The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
By The Late Coretta Scott King Special to the Milwaukee Times Reprint from 1985, during the passage of the King Holiday bill by the U.S. Senate. We have set in motion a great celebration of freedom and justice, in honor of America’s hero and patriot, Martin Luther King, Jr. When Martin began his career, the principles of social justice for which he stood were … [Read more...] about The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Opinion: Martin Luther King Jr.’s message just as relevant in the age of Trump
By: Adam Clark What does it mean to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., in the age of Trump? Too many Americans see the King legacy as focused on the racial segregation of America’s distant past but not the political and moral quagmires of today. With the increasing polarization and political fracturing of American society, can the life and legacy of King … [Read more...] about Opinion: Martin Luther King Jr.’s message just as relevant in the age of Trump
Time to see reality
It is the year 2025 - a new year with new opportunities for growth and success. Many people in the world will begin the year with fresh eyes and a new perspective. In 2025 African Americans need to adopt fresh eyes and use them to accept the truth of their existence. It is time for African Americans to see and embrace their reality; the USA does not need African Americans. … [Read more...] about Time to see reality
Nikki Giovanni
When poet, essayist, scholar, and activist Nikki Giovanni passed away on December 9, 2024, the world lost a singular voice. Young readers especially adored the dozen books she created for children, including beloved works like the Caldecott Honor Book and Coretta Scott King Award-winning Rosa, illustrated by Bryan Collier. In a 2022 interview with the Washington Post, when … [Read more...] about Nikki Giovanni
It is not their fault
The end of 2024 is approaching exceedingly quickly. The gift-giving and good cheer that comes to the USA during the month of December will soon evaporate. New Year resolutions will be made and broken. There is one train of thought that African Americans need to accept and take forth into 2025 and beyond. The fact that the way the teens and children are today is the fault of the … [Read more...] about It is not their fault
Giving the gift of books
As parents, grandparents, aunties, uncles, and adults everywhere are busy choosing holiday gifts for the children they love, books should always be at the top of the list. The right book can spark a lifelong love of reading and open up a whole new world for a child or teenager that will last far longer than a toy. For more than 30 years, the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) … [Read more...] about Giving the gift of books
The wonderful selfish gift
'Tis the season again in the USA. Christmas is here. The shopping malls will stay open late as they attempt to lure people back into stores. People will flood the post office and other shipping carriers with packages to be delivered before December 25th. Many people will go out of their way to purchase items for loved ones to make them happy. There is one person everyone needs … [Read more...] about The wonderful selfish gift