The NAACP has come out against NYC’s restrictions on sugary drinks. And their close financial ties to the beverage industry have many calling into question their commitment to the needs of the community. Is the NAACP looking out for the community here, or their own bottom line?
According to a recent study, black youth are almost twice as likely as their white peers to consume high calorie, sugary drinks like Pepsi and Coca-Cola. Experts say these results highlight the racial disparities present within America’s obesity epidemic.
Amazingly, a whopping 64% of Republicans still believe President Obama his hiding details of his background and early life. It is the most widely believed conspiracy theory in America today. Surprised? What explains the enduring popularity of birtherism?
During an appearance on Meet the Press, Colin Powell confronted his own party and its the continued race-baiting and elitism. Do you agree with Colin Powell? Is there hope for the GOP to shed its reliance on racism and hate?
During an interview with CNN, Larry Ward, chairman of something called Gun Appreciation Day, proclaimed that if African Americans had been armed at the founding of our nation, slavery never would have happened. Wow.
Mr. Obama will be using two Bibles–one belonging to Abraham Lincoln, the other to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.–when he is sworn in for the second time. Is this empty symbolism, or does it suggest that he’ll concern himself with racial equality and the concerns of black Americans in his second term?
A pastor set to deliver the inaugural benediction at the Obama Inauguration this month has withdrawn over anti-gay remarks he made in the mid-90s. Are you glad Giglio will not be speaking at the inauguration? How did the inaugural committee miss this?
According to a new report, language and definitions surrounding homelessness render homeless black youth invisible to service providers. Homeless black youth often do not self-identify as homeless, and are thereby less likely to access services catering to homeless populations.
The persistently high unemployment rates for youth and people of color remain sky high, and they must be addressed specifically and aggressively. What do you think needs to be done?
Republican WI state senator Glenn Grothman is under fire after attacking the Kwanzaa holiday, asserting that “no black people care” about it. Of course, it’s actually observed by 2 million Americans. Should he apologize? Do you celebrate Kwanzaa?
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Over 60 leading civil rights figures came together in Washington DC to unveil a black agenda for President Obama’s second term. Do you think it’s a comprehensive one? Will the Obama Administration pay it any mind?
