Black households are disproportionately affected by food insecurity due to supermarket redlining, food deserts, and higher prices, and the federal government is investigating the high cost of groceries to ensure that major businesses are not exploiting their power to inflate prices.
Author Archives: Word in Black
Posted inHealth
Stigma, stereotypes, and the HIV crisis in the South
Shadawn McCants, a licensed therapist and HIV advocate, discusses the high rates of HIV in Black and Brown communities in the South, citing stigma, misinformation, and cultural barriers as the main challenges.
Posted in2024 Elections
Black Vote, Black Power: Kamala Harris’ time has come
Kamala Harris delivered a powerful convention speech that united Democrats and banished the ghosts of past failed candidates, while also laying out her vision for America based on freedom and American power as a force for good.
Posted inCommentary
Can VP Harris win over skeptical Black men voters?
Vice President Kamala Harris is well-positioned to make history as the first woman of color to hold the office, but it remains unclear whether Black men will fully support her due to potential sexism and a sense of abandonment by both political parties.
Posted inWord In Black
How will Project 2025 impact Black America?
Project 2025, a far-reaching Republican Party plan to remake the federal government, could lead to poorer public schools, worse health outcomes, aggressive policing, politicized healthcare, and a ban on abortion, while also eliminating the Department of Education and the Office of Civil Rights.
Posted inCommentary
Harnessing the economic power of the Black community
The African American economy is a significant force in the US, with a buying power projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2024, and efforts to promote entrepreneurship, education, financial inclusion, and cultural industries are essential to harness its potential and foster economic growth.
Posted inOPINION
Opinion: Black Vote, Black Power: Trump is losing it
Donald Trump is losing momentum in the 2024 presidential election, while Kamala Harris is gaining momentum and Republican pollster Frank Luntz has not seen anything like this in 30 days.
Posted inWord In Black
Vice President Harris is carrying the torch into our futureÂ
Jaime Harrison highlights the accomplishments of Vice President Kamala Harris, contrasting her record with that of Donald Trump, who has made racist and sexist comments about her, and emphasizes the importance of electing her as President of the United States.
Posted in2024 Elections
Commentary: Kamala Harris bags major climate justice endorsement
The Green New Deal Coalition has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the 2024 presidential race, citing her record of challenging Big Oil and co-sponsoring the Green New Deal legislation.
Posted inReligion
At the Dorsey Convention, the soul of Gospel shines
The 91st National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses celebrated both traditional and contemporary gospel music, featuring performances by Eric Scott, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, and other artists, as well as sessions for youth and adults to enhance their skills as singers, instrumentalists, educators, and leaders.
Posted inHealth
These coaches prove archery is more than hitting a bullseye
Larry Brown and Roberta Jones are making waves as archery coaches in New York City, demonstrating how the sport can build confidence, improve focus, enhance physical strength and cognitive abilities, and challenge stereotypes about race and age.
Posted inWord In Black
Rev. Barber calls for justice and questions Trump’s idolatry
Religious leaders from various faiths gathered in front of the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C. to demand justice for the poor, calling for equality in pay, housing, voting rights, public safety, and health care.