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Our Talented Prince

This is my favorite image of Prince: His musical protest against the exploitive tactics of Warner Bros in 1995. His symbolic statement against the record company spoke volumes to the manner in which the industry not only suppresses creativity but tries to control the financial success of artists. As a fan of “Unsung” I am convinced that the blood-sucking music industry is about the worst component in the capitalist world. The price artists pay for success is unfathomable.

Royalty is Prince-RIP, you musical genius. Thanks for your love and your music.

How the nation celebrates its 250th year

It’s been 174 years since the famous abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, issued his scathing address on July 4 celebrations. The nation couldn’t handle the truth then, and it cannot handle it now. The Trump regime is giving us a harsh reality check as the country prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday.

Who Really Deserves to Have Nuclear Weapons?

I often boast of being a child of the 50’s and 60’s. That’s because those years, which included the compelling Civil Rights and Black Power Movements, helped to shape my political consciousness. But I also have to admit I was a child of the Cold War and the Vietnam War, which informed my developing worldview.

The United States at 250 Years remembering the Black experience in this country spans over 500 years

Our ancestors gifted us with the concept of Sankofa, which translates to “go back and get it.” This means that we must examine the past to inform, build, and guide our future.

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How the nation celebrates its 250th year

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The United States at 250 Years remembering the Black experience in this country spans over 500 years

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