Recent actions by the White House prove Mike Brown’s death—and the civil disobedience that followed—weren’t in vain.
CNN Commentator Speaks Out About Ferguson and the Disposability of Black Lives
Dr. Marc Lamont Hill says it’s the disposability of black life that angered Ferguson and the world.
Why the Video of Tamir Rice’s Killing Should Break the Internet
Tamir Rice’s killing is an opportunity for honest dialogue about discretion from police and citizenry.
How Philadelphia Responded to Ferguson and What I Recommend As Next Steps
Philly’s peaceful, large-scale protest should be followed with lobbying for new ways of policing.
There Was Nothing “Accidental” About the Killing of Akai Gurley
Folks say NYPD officer Peter Liang was negligent, not clumsy, in patrolling the Pink Houses.
A New Book has Opened in the Aftermath of a Teen Cleared of Attempted Murder
Supporters of Tomayo McDuffy call on the City to ensure his accuser never “sees” the light of day.
The Final Chapter in a Long Story about Prosecutorial Misconduct
The tall tale of Tomayo McDuffy, a teen accused of attempted murder, has a happy ending.
A Famous Name Just Entered the 2015 Philadelphia City Council Race
Basketball player Isaiah Thomas announced his candidacy for Philadelphia City Council at large.
Ferguson is Speaking. I Recommend the World Shut Up and Listen
Ferguson wants justice for Mike Brown and a better forever.
The Two Types of “Black Church” and Why I Left the First One
Black Churches: The Good, The Bad and The Unrighteous
Where’s the Press Conferences Condemning Threats by the KKK to Ferguson Protesters?
America’s oldest hate group threatens Ferguson protesters and no one from the Government says anything.
To Black People in Philly This Picture is Worth Two Words: Whites Only
A white-only portrait of Philadelphians enjoying ice skating raises eyebrows in black community.
Cops in Philadelphia Wouldn’t Have Responded the Way Those in Ferguson Did, says Official
“A more professional organization,” cited as reason why Philly cops wouldn’t have overreacted like their counterparts in Ferguson.
Why Black Journalists Should Stop Lobbying for Diversity and Seek Ownership
The harsh realities of black life needs coverage from bold black journalists who report from a place of ownership.
The Mayor of Philadelphia and the Most Painful Part of His Job
Receiving reports every day on the murdering of black men causes the Mayor of PHL serious pain.
Nine People and Eight Slices of Pizza: What Do You Do?
Leaders sometimes have to go without pizza; or at least settle for a smaller slice.