Lincoln Anthony Blades is deeply troubled by the belief that Black folks are somehow complicit in their own racial profiling.
Rape is Not a Joke – Unless a Man is the Victim
Lincoln Anthony Blades’ quest to learn about rape culture led him to realize that society simply doesn’t take male victims very seriously.
The Real Reason Men Hate It When Women Make More Money
Lincoln Anthony Blades looks into the culture and teachings behind new evidence that men resent women who make more money.
A Black Man’s View On #BlackPowerIsForBlackMen
Lincoln Anthony Blades wants Black women to know that there are many Black men who want to listen, understand and make change.
Without Belafonte and Stevie Wonder There Would Be No Jay-Z and Lil Mo
Jay-Z may say it’s his time now, but Lincoln Anthony Blades insists that the legends who paved the way for today’s Black artists deserve a lot more respect.
The Return of the Black Republican Rant Pack
Charles D. Ellison insists that Black political maneuvering and leveraging in the other political party is actually somewhat refreshing… but, only if it’s done with a clear community empowerment model in mind.
Courage is a Virtue in Short Supply in the Workplace
In the wake of their controversial ad featuring a multi-racial family, Cheerios’ stock is up. André Branch insists this is no coincidence.
Should Katy Perry Have Apologized To Chief Keef?
Chief Keef’s offensive comments to Katy Perry should warrant much harsher consequences according to Tracy Clayton.
Q&A with Troy Powell, Artistic Director of Ailey II
Troy Powell on the importance of arts scholarships, life in the theater and more.
It’s Deeper Than Gun Control in Chicago
Evette Dionne says that when it comes to ending the horrific epidemic of murders in Chicago, it’s about addressing the reasons people own guns.




