Author: Carma Henry

In a strategic move, DeSantis decided to support Trump, a significant player in Republican politics. This alliance could shape the dynamics of the upcoming presidential race, leveraging Trump’s influence and DeSantis’ rising political prominence.

House Bill 601 and Senate Bill 576 are both being passed through the legislature by Republican lawmakers who argue that Civilian Oversight of Law enforcement acts as a harbor for anti-police sentiment, radical ideology, and a dismantling of police departments. This sentiment is far from the truth. The truth, that many law enforcement leaders have found police oversight to be helpful in their momentous task, is well documented. These civilian oversight agencies are unbiased, which helps them unite stakeholders to work together and improve policing for the communities they serve. Because of this, elected officials throughout the country are increasingly establishing robust, independent civilian oversight, in recognition of its ability to promote public trust in law enforcement and reduce exposure to misconduct risks.

Researchers found that employers discriminate against job candidates who have criminal histories, especially against those who are Black.

      Two U.S. Navy SEALs lost in nighttime seas during a raid on a small boat off Somalia were declared dead Sunday.

     The white teacher accused of having pictures of nooses labeled “back-to-school necklaces” claims Black colleagues and school officials lambasted her “because of her race” in a new lawsuit filed in New York court.

     It’s no secret the twice-impeached President, who is facing nearly 100 criminal charges in various courts in multiple states, is seeking to stay out of prison by lying to voters, parroting dictators and authoritarians and hoping to generate votes to win the 2024 Presidential Election. If victorious, Trump will continue to follow orders from foreign assets and political leaders to divide Americans and destroy democracy.

     As the NFL season rapidly comes to an end, new teams and new players have surfaced.

     The deal involves CODI paying $380 million for the majority stake, and The Honey Pot’s existing leadership team will stay in place, retaining a significant minority stake. Despite a muted reaction from shareholders, the acquisition is a milestone for the Black-owned brand and the period care space, challenging dominant brands like Kotex, Playtex, Always, and Tampax. The brand has been vocal about de-gendering the period care space and developing better, safer products for the Black community.

  At a recent worship experience at Mt. Hermon AME, Fort Lauderdale, I was captivated by a young man with whom I was unfamiliar. What captured my attention was this young man’s aura, his physical presence and demeanor. As a former football coach, I find myself constantly profiling those that I perceive as being or having been an athlete in the past.

Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), issued the following statement on the passing of Dexter King, the second son of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.