Marriage between Black people and white people is on the rise, according to a recent study by Journal of Marriage and Family. In 1980, only 3% of Black people were married to white people, and in 2008 more than 10% of Black people were married to white people. Poll Shows That 86% Of Americans Approve […]
“To take a life when a life has been lost is revenge, not justice.”—DESMOND TUTU Unless something God-like and miraculous happens, Troy Davis, 42, is going to be executed tomorrow, Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at 7pm, by lethal injection at a state prison in Jackson, Georgia. Let me say up front I feel great sorrow […]
Dr. Cornel West is leading a grassroots online community known as the New Progressive Alliance (NPA) in an effort to name a candidate as a primary challenger to President Obama. West has also teamed with consumer advocate Ralph Nader to bring progressive ideals to the forefront with a challenger to face Obama. The NPA expects […]
The Georgia state Board of Pardons and Paroles has declined to commute the death sentence for Troy Anthony Davis, convicted of killing off-duty Savannah police officer Mark MacPhail in 1989. The AJC reports that the board released its decision just after 8 a.m., after spending an entire day hearing from Davis’ supporters and then prosecutors […]
The chances of a Black woman finding a “Good” Black man are extremely slim, according to a study by Best Black Dating Sites. The study claims that only about 3% of Black men fulfill the criteria of being a good, qualified partner. The criteria was primarily based on data compiled on whether the eligible Black […]
Rappers in the West African country of Senegal are becoming a powerful political force in their native country. Rappers have been at the forefront of riots and demonstrations that have forced the President of Senegal to not seek a third term. RELATED: Female Sex Tourism In Senegal Attracts Women Who Will Pay For Romance Tupac […]
This week, famed member of the Jackson 5 and elder brother to the late King of Pop, Jermaine Jackson stopped by ‘The View’ for a discussion on his brother’s life as described in his new book “You Are Not Alone.” With tons of controversy still stemming from the media frenzy surrounding Michael’s child molestation trial […]
In what has suddenly become one of the nation’s leading news headlines, much discussion, doubt and debate on the upcoming execution of Troy Davis has ensued and for good reason. If you’ve been out of the loop lately, Davis has captured considerable attention because of the doubt raised over whether he killed Mark MacPhail in […]
Charlie Sheen may have recovered well from his last year of drama as fans feared he’d really lost his mind. It only showed just how determined he is to get back on top amid his long list of retaliations surrounding being fired from his role in the hit TV series “Two and a Half Men.” […]
President Barack Obama impressed quite a lot of people yesterday, during his speech on his jobs bill and deficit plan to cut the debt by three trillion. His speech definitely impressed Roland Martin and financial guru Michelle Singletary, who called in to the TJMS to talk about his speech. In case you missed the conversation, […]
Looking for a way to make the most of a quick getaway? Not sure you want to spend a fortune? It’s okay because we’ve got you covered. Here’s a round-up of a few hidden gems right in our own backyard – the Midwest. This week’s focus is on Indianapolis, IN – a solid destination that’s […]
BERKELEY — The Berkeley Unified School District is the number one district in the country in terms of Black student success. With a 75% graduation rate among Black students and several programs to increase Black student success, Berkeley has been trying to close the gap between Black and white students. Bloomberg Donates $30 Million To […]
