This is an Issa Rae appreciation post. Thank you Issa for giving not only Black people, but Black women specifically, a space to shine. Through Insecure, you gave us a safe space to tell vulnerable Black stories that have universal appeal but are specific to us. Insecure is for and…
In 1967, Ebony Magazine placed a full page ad in the New York Times titled “We’re Dreaming of a Black Christmas”. In it, Ebony shares a dream of one day seeing a society that recognizes the value of Black Americans to the economy and for representation. The ad also highlights…
Back in 1968, a 27-year old Rev. Jesse Jackson lead the Black Christmas Parade in Chicago, Il. The intent of the Black Christmas Parade was to encourage the Black community to spend their holiday dollars buying items from Black-owned businesses. Whew Chyle, if there was ever a time to tap…
I went back and forth on whether to post this because I don’t like people in my business, but if this post could help just one person who may be experiencing the same thing then it’s all worthwhile. I’m. Mufuckin. Tide. Depleted. A shell. My cup isn’t even running over.…
This International Women’s Day post is dedicated to the Queens of the Universe…the Black Woman, of course. The Alpha and the Omega. The Mother Civilization. We love you, Queens. ??? Queens of the Universe -1970 by: Sonia Sanchez Showcased on Black Journal, Episode #28 We Black women have been called…