Baltimore is not unique, as the conditions necessary to ignite a violent uprising exist in Philadelphia.
SEPTA Transit Police Chief: ‘People Are Dissatisfied With My Profession’
A panelist at Philly After Ferguson, Chief Thomas Nestel wants to be engaged in finding solutions to the tension between police and community.
If Black Lives Matter, Shouldn’t the Conditions of Black Schools Matter, Too?
A mother observes injustice in the schools and issues a call to action for parents.
Why Alumni are the Cause of This HBCU’s Financial Woes, Not Racism
A student implies Cheyney University’s wounds are self-inflicted. — In the Black Community there’s a saying: “What goes on in this house, stays in this house.” However, the ramifications of this silence, depending on the situation(s), can have devastating results. By now, due to the overwhelming media coverage on the issue, I would assume most…
What’s Worse Than Witnessing Gun Violence?
Some black men are starting to believe their bad press, so a Chicago author offers this tip.
Police, Panhandlers and Me: Moments on UPenn’s Campus
An international student observes a class of people “on the run” from police.
“Am I Next?”: One Man’s Thoughts in the Aftermath of Ferguson
Richard Taylor gives a glimpse into the thoughts of a black man in post-Ferguson America.
Feeling Helpless Since Ferguson: An Essay From a Heartbroken Young Black Man
The “Actorvist” who went viral after playing dead in Philly’s Love Park pens an emotional essay on Ferguson.
An Empowering Message for Dream Chasers
Richard Taylor urges people to embrace being in between the dream.
Men are Victims of Abuse, Too
Richard Taylor opens up about being a victim of domestic violence.
Dear Black Men: A Letter for You
From the heart, Felicia Roche shares how she feels about black men.
White Supremacy isn’t Just About Burning Crosses
J. Rudy Flesher is disappointed that his fellow White Americans won’t acknowledge the pattern of unarmed black men killed by police.
How Black Men are Leading Communities to the Ballot
Inspired black men to help Philly “drum” up the vote!
Black People Need to Fully Engage the System If They Want to See Change
Alex Deering suggests black Americans aren’t doing enough to solve their problems.
How Citizens Perpetuate Police Brutality
Jeff Jones believes citizens who don’t engage the system enable police brutality.