First-term congresswoman, Rep. Ilhan Omar draws ire, support for questioning US-Israel ties
Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) should be the face of the American Dream. She is an immigrant, African, woman, Muslim and outspoken. But, … Keep Reading
Blackface Northam jumps out of hot seat, Justin Fairfax lands in a maelstrom of sexual assault accusations
A glimpse at the governor’s mansion for Virginia’s Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax has turned into a scandal that leaves his political career, … Keep Reading
Thriller or Beat it: In a racially charged Virginia, will Governor Ralph Northam survive blackface scandal?
The upheaval of Virginia’s political climate seems to be far from calming down. … Keep Reading
Two blackface confessions, two sexual assault accusations and one state’s Democrats sit in political chaos
Virginia’s upheaval in the past ten days leaves the positions of the top three office holders of the state in question. Now … Keep Reading
Woke, but tired: Trappings and love languages of freedom for Black millennials
“The American dream, the idea that anyone can succeed through hard work, is one of the most enduring myths in this country,” … Keep Reading
Domineque Ray, Alabama inmate loses appeal for Muslim cleric during execution
US Supreme Court 5-4 ruling favors prison’s refusal to allow Death Row inmate’s spiritual counsel of choice. … Keep Reading
Heat and power restored at Brooklyn jail after almost a week
Activists, elected officials cry “inhumane” treatment for 1,600 inmates left to freeze for almost a week in New York jail. … Keep Reading
Freezing cells, lack of food and other deplorable conditions in Brooklyn detention center raise questions on human rights violations, criminal prosecution
For almost a week, detainees in the Metropolitan Detention Center went unwashed, cold and hungry. According to reports from those inside, inmates … Keep Reading
Kamala Harris’ past romantic relationship resurfaces after 2020 presidential bid announcement
Less than a week into the 2020 presidential campaign of US Senator Kamala Harris (D-CA), she finds herself dealing with the remnants … Keep Reading
Dr. King sanctified not sanitized | Podcast
“The Night Drive” talks to panel that explores King as an ancestor with a complex and powerful legacy. … Keep Reading