With two children out of wedlock, church musician Stanley Carter says he refuses to cast judgment on the embattled male gospel singer caught on camera in a sexual act.
Attorney Urges Voters Not to Re-Elect Philly’s First Black DA
Disappointed by the actions of District Attorney Seth Williams, Michael Coard, a prominent Philadelphia lawyer, suggest that tax-payers vote for Daniel Alvarez this Tuesday, November 5th, in the General Election.
Philly’s Mayor Announces Schools Are Up For Sale
With 100% of the revenue generated from the sale of surplus inventory going directly to the School District of Philadelphia, Nutter is hoping that sales will reach at least $61 million this year, in order to keep the district on track for what it had already budgeted.
12 Years A Star, Black Boys Achieved
Years in the making, Parents Joe Brewster and Michele Stephenson show that the missing piece in education reform is parental engagement.
Philly’s Top Cop in High-Speed Pursuit of Innovation
The Police Department in Philadelphia is recruiting, but not for the position you think.
Closed Doors
A letter from motivational speaker Richard Taylor about life’s revolving doors.
Supporter of “World’s Most Famous Death Row Inmate” Summoned to Paris
The 32 year-old story of the “World’s Most Famous Death Row Inmate” – a moniker coined by the New York Times – is now being told through a fresh face, with hopes of it being read, heard and understood by a younger, more socially conscious audience.
The Politics of Place-Making in Philadelphia
Discussing the idea to “Share Philly™,” BMe Brothers Anton Moore and Isaiah Thomas suggest the Mayor’s Office Establishes a Commission on Parks and Recreations
Outspoken Millennials Go On Air to Tout Movement
Continuing the celebration of Black Male Achievement Month, BMe brothers join the award-winning Dr.Vibe for a BOLD conversation on “Building New Communities Through Collaboration,” airing LIVE beginning at 2:30pm EST on the Dr. Vibe Show.
Brothers, Mothers of Black Boys Protest Philly’s District Attorney
Philadelphia’s First African-American District Attorney Comes Under Fire After Mothers of Imprisoned Black Boys Demand Their Freedom
The Black Church: Slain in the Spirit or Out For the Count?
The black church represents—more often than not—a time where the pulpit is laced with bulls*** and the pews and are filled with few. The disconnectedness in faith and freedom prompts the question: is the black church slain in the spirit or out for the count?
You Are Not Alone
A letter from motivational speaker Richard Taylor
The Conscious Choice to be Chosen
Considered the Voice of Chicago, one millennial male could have used influence to distract, instead he used his powers for impact.
Award-Winning Chicago Educator Speaks to the Disconnect in America’s Public Schools
The Black Star Project Founder Phil Jackson says “The Achievement Gap is a Myth,” but points to other factors.
Chicago Man Believes Gang Leaders Can be Mentors
Motivational speaker Richard Taylor suggest the solution to ending Chicago’s violence is raising up activists who are as bold and unashamed as the cities gang leaders.
66-Year-Old Veteran Faces Potential Draft
He won’t apply for the position, but if drafted by the community, 2012 “BMe Leader” Ari Merretazon say he’ll accept the nomination to become Philadelphia’s first-ever Director of Veterans Affairs.