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Republican On Failing Schools: ‘We Can’t Make An African-American White’

Republican On Failing Schools: ‘We Can’t Make An African-American White’

by Forest Parks | Dec 7, 2015 | News

I’m a little bit dumb founded watching this video. This Wednesday just past a statement was made at a Senate Education Committee hearing that is beyond words! Committee Vice Chair Marty Knollenberg (R-Troy) was talking on why Michigan schools are failing and...
UK Prime Minister Says “Move On” To Calls For Slavery Reparations

UK Prime Minister Says “Move On” To Calls For Slavery Reparations

by Forest Parks | Dec 7, 2015 | News, Politics News

The UK Prime Minsister David Cameron has caused some controversy on a trade trip to Jamaica when he initially brushed off calls for talk of slavery reparations but later addressed the Kingston parliament with calls to move on! The UK’s role in slavery and...
The Recipe For Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pie Discovered, But Here Is How It Can Benefit the Black Community.

The Recipe For Patti LaBelle’s Sweet Potato Pie Discovered, But Here Is How It Can Benefit the Black Community.

by Forest Parks | Dec 7, 2015 | Culture

I’ll be honest, the fact that Patti made a commercial factory pie and blew up the internet lining the pockets of greedy corp Walmart isn’t actually great news for the black community! It’s great news for Patti and great news for Walmart! We are not...
Can Radio Shack Fight Dre’s Beats With Nick Cannon?

Can Radio Shack Fight Dre’s Beats With Nick Cannon?

by Forest Parks | Dec 7, 2015 | Celebrities, News

Wait, Radio Shack still exists? Isn’t that where you used to buy hifi leads or strange parts to repair home made electronics? Well apparently it is still going and they are looking to make changes by actor, TV-show host, and producer Nick Cannon being appointed...
Google Proves #BlackLivesMatter w/ $2.35 Million Donation to Community Organizations Fighting Racial Injustice

Google Proves #BlackLivesMatter w/ $2.35 Million Donation to Community Organizations Fighting Racial Injustice

by Freddie Ra | Dec 7, 2015 | News

It could be because of mounting pressure from advocates of racial justice and diversity or good conscious, but the technology giant known as Google has stepped up to the plate to help do their part. The search king decided to open their profitable coffers and to...
Actor Matt McGorry’s FB Revelation About Racism in America After Reading “The New Jim Crow” Goes Viral

Actor Matt McGorry’s FB Revelation About Racism in America After Reading “The New Jim Crow” Goes Viral

by Freddie Ra | Dec 7, 2015 | Celebrities

“I’m embarrassed that I didn’t come across the information in this book sooner. But that’s white privilege for ya,’ is one of the lines from the Facebook revelation everyone is talking about this week. Hopefully, you have read Michelle...
Pharrell Williams’ Philanthropic Housing Development Could Seriously Help Detroit’s Growing Underclass

Pharrell Williams’ Philanthropic Housing Development Could Seriously Help Detroit’s Growing Underclass

by Candace | Dec 6, 2015 | Celebrities, Positivity

Pharrell Williams has a new project in the works and it’s far from the music industry. Pharrell has had discussion with Alexander Gorlin, a Detroit housing developer, about working together on a housing development plan. Looks like Pharrell may receive a...
Policing Done Right: Memphis Police Officers Surprise Child With New Xbox After His Home Was Burglarized

Policing Done Right: Memphis Police Officers Surprise Child With New Xbox After His Home Was Burglarized

by Koba | Dec 6, 2015 | Positivity

A kindly group of police officers from Memphis, Tennessee made a child’s Christmas wish come true. Tontrevion Campbell and his mother were victims of a burglary over Thanksgiving weekend, Today reports. While the family attended church on Sunday, many of the mother’s...
The Special Moment: When A Wrestling Champion Took A Lost For A Special Needs Kid

The Special Moment: When A Wrestling Champion Took A Lost For A Special Needs Kid

by Koba | Dec 6, 2015 | Positivity

Even with all of the negativity that surrounds our people in the media, what we should be reporting are more stories like this. Stories that show our compassion for others and celebrating our children when they do extraordinary things. Today we are celebrating LaMont...
#BLM Protest Declares “Black Hair Is Beautiful” After Toronto School Sent 8th Grader Home for Natural  Hair

#BLM Protest Declares “Black Hair Is Beautiful” After Toronto School Sent 8th Grader Home for Natural Hair

by Forest Parks | Dec 5, 2015 | News

Demonstrators on friday in New York had a clear message to shout loud and proud. BLACK HAIR IS BEAUTIFUL The seemingly cheeky protest was prompted after an incident last month where an 8th grader was said to be sent home because her hair was “too poofy and...
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