Against the Backdrop of 21st Century Racial Turmoil, The Afro-American Newspaper Celebrates Its 125th Anniversary


Prologue On Tuesday, in Baltimore, rain poured from the sky, as if God, Himself, was mourning the aftermath of the Charlottesville protests over Confederate monuments—even before Donald Trump unmasked himself to the world as a defender of bigotry and hatred. Yesterday morning, local television station WBAL reported that in the early morning hours, Baltimore Mayor … More Against the Backdrop of 21st Century Racial Turmoil, The Afro-American Newspaper Celebrates Its 125th Anniversary

Black History Month Feature of the Week: In Celebration of Barack Obama


February 7, 2015   “But wisely, in truth, he has held up to us the mirror of truth….” This quote, from my poem “The Inauguration of Change 2009,” resonates with me today as the greatest strength of President Barack Obama—his Truth. It is a strength he has shown ever since he stepped onto the national … More Black History Month Feature of the Week: In Celebration of Barack Obama

Black History Month 2015


February 1, 2015 February is Black History Month in the United States. And, for this year’s celebration, the National Theme is A Century of Black Life, History, and Culture. In honor of Black History Month, baltimoreblackwoman will join this important celebration by posting essays, videos, and photos highlighting the countless contributions of Black Americans to … More Black History Month 2015