Clay Higgins Represents LA’s 3rd District In Congress, And He’s A Racist
Last week, after an intense online trolling session, Rep. Clay Higgins retired to his chamber in the U.S. House of Representatives. Once there, he asked his god if it was…
Fighting Back: Black Men Stand Strong Against Racism
— Across America, many white men have become more aggressive. This trend is fueled by divisive rhetoric from figures like Donald Trump. In states like Louisiana, some openly express racist…
Defamation Disguised as Critique: A Response to Racist Slander Against WBOK Radio
The recent slanderous comments against WBOK Radio, its owners, staff, and its audience are nothing short of reprehensible. WBOK’s talk radio elevates Black voices and perspectives. However, the station faced…
Churches in New Orleans: Will They Repair the Racial Breach?
A church reparations planning group began its work in New Orleans earlier this summer. The group’s purpose is for predominantly white churches to reflect on their history and scripture, and…
Can New Orleans Churches Lead the Way in Reparations?
Will churches in New Orleans step up to bridge the long-standing divide between Black and white communities? A movement for reparations within New Orleans churches seems like the ideal starting…
From Slave to War Hero – An American Hero
ACC Commemorates Captain André Cailloux & Launches New Campaign for Freedom By C.C. Campbell-Rock Church bells rang across New Orleans on Monday, July 29. The city commemorated the 161st anniversary…
The Tragic Death of Sonya Massey: A Call for Justice and Change
The continued killing of unarmed African Americans by police officers is a tragic epidemic in the United States. The recent shooting of Sonya Massey, an innocent woman who called the…
New Orleans Restaurant Week’s Disrespect
A Message to Essence Visitors – No Black-Owned Restaurants Yet Again New Orleans Restaurant Week should be a celebration of the city’s vibrant culinary scene. It aims to motivate locals…
The Black Hair Care Industry Is at a Crossroads
“Everything that is popular started as small, subcultural, or niche.” by By Jason Lalljee The makeover scene from The Princess Diaries scarred a generation of curly-haired kids who watched as…
Building Bridges: A Collaborative Approach to Urban Improvement
In the heart of every major city lies a tapestry of diverse communities, each with its own unique challenges and strengths. The key to transforming these urban landscapes into better…