Journey to Black Wall Street (Part 1)
byI was never taught in school about Black entrepreneurs, investors or inventors, which I believe many of us are not.
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Damien Escobar: Get Up and Dance
byAustin will finally have the privilege of enjoying the amazing sounds of soulful violinist Damien Escobar at One World Theatre this Sunday, May 14th. Escobar graduated from Juliard at age 12, won third place on Americas Got Talent, and has two Emmys.
Being a Janet Jackson Fan is Like Dating A Bad Boy
byJanet is like an ol’ emotionally abusive boyfriend.
6 Steps for How to Protest in 2017
byProtesters of color don’t have to follow non-progressive guidelines.
New Report: Black Households Face Segregation & Hate Crimes
byPeople of color, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups continue to be unlawfully shut out of many neighborhoods that provide quality schools and health care, fresh food, employment opportunities, quality and affordable credit, small business investment, and other opportunities that affect life outcomes.
Superior Comedy: Jermaine Fowler Talks with soulciti
by“I want to be one of the greats. That drives my success. That and my monthly cellphone bill.”
World-Famous Artists Honor 50 Years of The Black Panthers
by“ICONIC: Black Panther” opened in Los Angeles on April 8 and runs through May 14. Later this year, the exhibit will appear Chicago and New York.
United Passenger’s Criminal Past Leak is a Tactic Black People Know Too Well
byThe media insinuates that the victim somehow deserves the mistreatment, as if past actions vindicate police brutality.
‘Shots Fired’ TV Series Explores Aftermath of Police Shootings
byThe FOX show’s producer says it’s inspired by “the Trayvon Martin and George Zimmerman tragedy.”
Opinion: 5 Ways The Church Must Stand Against Sexual Assault
byThe accounts of date rape, child rape, uninvited fondling, shame, fear, and trauma made me feel broken and forced me to come to terms with my own experiences with sexual assault.
Van Jones’ Inspiring SXSW Talk
byJones’ central message to Austin was the idea that communities of color need to start focusing on economic power rather than political power.
Special Review from Tje Austin: In Get Out, The Hero Is The Black Guy
byIf you watch Get Out, “don’t close your eyes.” You might miss something grand.