Roscoe Draper, a pioneering flight instructor and American hero, passed away at the age of 105, leaving a legacy of breaking racial barriers and setting new standards in American aviation.
Category: Commentary
Posted inPOLITICS
It won’t just be Haitians who suffer from anti-immigrant lies
Right-wing pundits and politicians are spreading baseless claims about Haitian immigrants, causing fear and leading to bomb threats, harassment, and vandalism, while Black immigrants are some of our most vulnerable community members and contribute to the economy and reduce crime rates.
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We should all follow the Georgia voter turnout example
On the first day of early voting in Georgia, over 310,000 people waited in lines to cast their votes in the 2024 general election, with many of them voting for Kamala Harris to become the first woman president of the United States.
Posted inOPINION
Op-ed: The community needs DJS Secretary Vinny Schiraldi to step down
A petition has been started by a community organizer in Maryland calling for the removal of Vinny Schiraldi, Secretary of the Department of Juvenile Services, due to his failures in addressing youth crime in the state.
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Doing the work: It’s time to get serious about excellence and what it requires
Leaders of a Beautiful Struggle (LBS) is a Baltimore-based think tank that prioritizes Black sovereignty and self-determination, and has made a significant impact on the lives of Black people through their advocacy work on bail reform, violence prevention, and the establishment of the Baltimore City Children and Youth Fund.
Posted inOpinion
Concerned about democracy? Your school board could hold the key
School boards are the backbone of our democratic process, influencing the education of nearly 90% of America’s children, and it is crucial to ensure diverse representation on these boards to identify inequities and implement inclusive policies.
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Hold GOP officials accountable for illegal voter intimidation
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton are using state-funded cops and police raids to intimidate voters of color, while the Biden administration is ready to enforce laws against voter intimidation.
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Commentary: Black Pentecostal and charismatic Christians are boosting their visibility in politics − a shift from the past
Black Pentecostals and charismatics are becoming increasingly involved in American politics, with the Black Church PAC raising $500,000 and signing up 16,000 attendees for the Harris-Walz campaign.
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Commentary: Prevention is better than cure: Addressing Black men’s health
Brian’s story of his life-saving heart bypass surgery after participating in a Black Men’s Wellness Day and 5K Race highlights the importance of proactive health awareness and the need for preventive care in the Black community.
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The duty of self-care
Alexis Taylor, AFRO Managing Editor, reflects on her mother’s work ethic and how she prioritized self-care, inspiring her to do the same.
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A good marriage equals good mental health: It works if you work it!
Andre and Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper celebrate 50 years of marriage and offer ten tips for maintaining a healthy marriage, including putting God first, not using sex as a weapon, and not discussing disagreements with anyone other than your spouse.
Posted inOPINION
Baltimore County residents want the state to address the congestion on the Baltimore Beltway
The Baltimore Beltway, which was first planned in 1949, is the 14th worst city in the nation for traffic delays, with four out of the five most congested points on 695, and MDOT’s plan to convert fast lane shoulders into new travel lanes is expected to cut about 15 minutes off rush hour delays.
