Embed from Getty Images Hillary Clinton vows to end institutional racism, but appears to lack the moral authority to accomplish it. — You’ll get no argument from me that the former Secretary of State is uniquely qualified to serve the country as President of the United States. Whether she’ll exceed expectations or fail to meet…
Another Side to the School Shooting Rumor and Breaking Philadelphia News
Christopher Norris with updates on current events in Philadelphia after guest-hosting on the city’s only black talk media outlet.
How Distraught Residents in one Philadelphia Neighborhood are Responding to Gun Violence
At a town hall meeting attended by the Mayor, concerned citizens of South Philadelphia propose a myriad of solutions to escalating gun violence.
Why a Philadelphian Commissioned a Bernie Sanders Mural
Real-estate developer Max Glass, who believes Bernie Sanders’ message is what the country needs, is decorating one of his properties in the candidate’s likeness. — As the sun began to set on the City, the scene at 22nd & Catherine Streets in South Philadelphia looked as it did when clocks were just passing noon: artists’…
Does Hillary Clinton Deserve Chivalry in Debates?
Engaged in a blood-sport, Mrs. Hillary Clinton and her campaign may have an unrealistic expectation of chivalry.
School Shooting Rumor Elicits Mixed Reactions
In earshot of hearsay regarding a school shooting, Mr. Walter Hudson, a New Jersey activist becomes fearful, but School District official suggest hyperbole.
Rubio Reborn: Why His New Attitude Isn’t Good For the GOP
Embed from Getty Images Marco Rubio, a Florida Senator running for President, is avoiding the high road and instead stooping to the level of Mr. Donald Trump, a risky move that could cast a wide net of cynicism over the GOP. — It’s great advice for a child or an adult that, when facing a…
Civilian Oversight Agency Snubbed in Proposed Philadelphia Budget
The Philadelphia Police Advisory Commission, already understaffed and underfunded, received no consideration in the City’s five-year financial plan.
Donald Trump: The Media’s Golden Goose
Everything that Mr. Trump is and isn’t capable of doing makes him great for the business of media, and bad for America.
How Ben Carson is Engaging in Double-Speak
Dr. Ben Carson won’t attend Thursday’s GOP debate, and doesn’t see a path to victory, but will remain a candidate, so long as donations are fluid, maybe.
Why the Ku Klux Klan is Dominating News Coverage
The Ku Klux Klan has received mainstream media attention for its perceived alliance with a presidential candidate and for a street fight that ended with three detractors stabbed.
How Facebook’s CEO Understands #BlackLivesMatter
Mr. Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook’s CEO, believes the phrase #BlackLivesMatter isn’t divisive but rather appropriate.
Both Carson and Kasich Were Afterthoughts at the GOP Debate in Houston
At final GOP debate before Super Tuesday, Dr. Ben Carson and Gov. John Kasich were given little mic time.
How a Big City Mayor Kept His Promise to Black Voters
Black voters wanted an end to a tactic that disproportionately impacts them, and that’s what Mr. Jim Kenney, by focusing on lawful, less aggressive, more respectful and evenly distributed policing, is offering.
Why Democratic Presidential Candidates Talk About Racism
In #Decision2016, #BlackLivesMatter advanced African-Americans concerns, like anti-black racism in the criminal justice system, from the position of after-though to front and center.
Spike Lee Endorses Bernie Sanders But His Wife Stands With Hillary Clinton
Mr. Spike Lee, impressed with Mr. Bernie Sanders’ history in the civil rights movement, endorsed him for President, though his wife, Mrs. Tonya Lewis Lee, is siding with Mrs. Hillary Clinton.