Donald Trump has granted clemency to every criminal involved in the January 6 insurrection, including those who attacked police officers, raising concerns about the U.S. legal system and the treatment of White supremacy.
Category: OPINION
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Commentary: Why Biden’s refusal to pardon Marilyn Mosby is a disservice to justice
Former President Joe Biden did not pardon Marilyn Mosby, the former State’s Attorney of Baltimore, despite her legal battles and public support, while he pardoned his son Hunter Biden, highlighting a systemic disregard for Black women in positions of power.
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Commentary: Mack Lewis Gym inspiring a community through grit and transformation
The Mack Lewis Gym in East Baltimore, founded in 1951, continues to serve as a safe haven for young people, providing discipline, purpose and a path forward through the sport of boxing, and has recently received a $200,000 capital bond initiative to upgrade the facility and prioritize academics over athletics.
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AFRO Publisher Carl J. Murphy (1922-1967): Fighting for freedom with ‘Prayer and Pen’
Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper, CEO and Publisher of the AFRO-American Newspapers, has released a new book that includes prayers and proverbs from Carl Murphy, the publisher of the AFRO from 1922 to 1967, as well as photos, articles, and other information from the AFRO Archives.
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Choosing to honor service: I don’t think they’ll miss me
Congressman Kweisi Mfume honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by volunteering and serving meals at Baltimore’s Our Daily Bread Employment Center and visiting with veterans at the Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
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Building community amid the threat of uncertain doom
José Luis Vilson reflects on the importance of building authentic connections and resisting marginalization, highlighting the importance of community in creating a shared humanity.
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Op-Ed: What to focus on in the 2025 Maryland General Assembly
The Second Look Act, ending the automatic charging of youth as adults, protecting legacy Black homeowners from the tax sale process, and passing a reparations policy are all important issues that should be addressed in Maryland’s upcoming General Assembly.
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Opinion: Los Angeles burned, now they’re coming for Karen Bass
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is being criticized by conservatives for an environmental disaster that is out of her control, despite the fact that she was in Africa when the fire broke out and the budget cuts were part of a separate fund for the Los Angeles Fire Department.
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Allies or foes? A look at race relations between women voters
White women voted for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, prompting Black women to question their commitment to racial justice and solidarity.
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Feeling subscription fatigue? You’re not alone
Subscription services are rapidly growing, with the subscription economy set to reach $1.5 trillion in 2025, as companies hike prices and restrict access to their services in order to maximize profits.
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Commentary: From Plains to Scranton: A Reflection on Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden
Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden, two outsider presidents, are compared for their empathy, moral compass, and commitment to civil rights, despite their struggles with economic struggles and political machinery.
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Ask Rusty – Should my husband file and then suspend his benefits?
The AMAC Foundation’s staff, trained and accredited by the National Social Security Association, advise against suspending Social Security benefits after claiming them, as it does not increase the amount of benefits received.