Author: Carma Henry

Veteran journalist and commentator sees his four-year-old platform emerge as a key voice in independent Black-owned media

       For many, what makes this even more troubling is the continued support Trump receives from some Black celebrities and self-proclaimed Black conservatives, who either align with him or spread misinformation about his opponents. Actor and R&B singer Tyrese Gibson recently made headlines for his false claims about the Asian Hate Crime Bill during an Instagram Live chat with civil rights attorney Ben Crump, who failed to correct him.

       The interview with CNN’s Dana Bash gives Harris a chance to quell criticism that she has eschewed uncontrolled environments, while also giving her a fresh platform to define her campaign and test her political mettle ahead of an upcoming debate with former President Donald Trump set for Sept. 10. But it also carries risk as her team tries to build on momentum from the ticket shakeup following Joe Biden’s exit and last week’s Democratic National Convention.

   The visit from VP Harris and Governor Tim Walz was one to remember. It was clear that the message that was conveyed to attendees, left many engaged supporters, ready to work and to continue with getting the message out to their friends, loved ones and community. Harris told attendees where she stands, what is important and what is required as a nation to uphold our democracy here in America.

New research has revealed that 78 percent of African Americans believe the country has not gone far enough on the issue of making sure Blacks have equal rights with whites

     The Fort Lauderdale (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will celebrate 50 Years of Excellence at its M.E.T. Gala in the Emerald City Celebration on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort. Tickets for this night of glamor and fun are $225 and can be purchased at Eventbrite.

Publisher Bobby R. Henry, Sr. DNC in Review

       The electricity in Chicago at the Democratic National Convention remains undeniable. Still, the real story is how Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign has sent shockwaves far beyond the United Center, energizing battleground states that will decide the 2024 election. What was once a campaign facing significant challenges has transformed into a dynamic, unstoppable force. Harris now leads in most national and battleground state polls—a stunning development achieved in just over a month.

The 36-page indictment, secured Tuesday by special counsel Jack Smith, is an attempt by prosecutors to recalibrate the case.

       As the political landscape shifts in anticipation of the 2024 presidential election, one figure remains at the forefront of public discourse: Donald Trump. His recent hesitance to engage in debates, with Vice President Kamala Harris, raises eyebrows and provokes discussion about his overall commitment to democratic values. This avoidance—especially against a fierce and articulate political rival and a Black woman—sends a message that transcends mere personal preference; it reflects a wider strategy rooted in fear of accountability, the desire to dictate the narrative and a public humiliation by the intelligence of a Black woman.