BlackPressUSA.com Senior National CorrespondentEven the most cynical observers knew this day would come. Since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January, the dog whistle has become a bullhorn. […]
Author Archives: OW Staff
Posted inOp-ed, Opinion-OW
Google’s Android works really well for developers
I’ve always believed live music brought me closer to friends and strangers, and I’ve always wanted to run my own business. That’s why in 2021 I left my job as […]
Posted inAcross Black America
Bridging Generations: Strengthening Community Connections
At the Booker T. Washington Community Service Center—San Francisco’s oldest Black-led nonprofit – generations come together to share wisdom, challenge stereotypes and build a more connected community. Through the Senior […]
Posted inGovernment/Politics, Local Politics
The Musk-Trump alliance threatens Black Americans
As America grapples with shifting values and increasing chaos, we face an unsettling question: Could Black Americans find themselves pushed back to a time reminiscent of the 1870’s Post-Reconstruction era, […]
Posted inAcross Black America, Education
NAACP CA-HI Co-Sponsors Assemblywoman Rubio’s Early Literacy Bill
The NAACP California Hawaii State Conference (NAACP CA-HI) has joined Decoding Dyslexia CA, EdVoice, and Families In Schools in sponsoring Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio’s new early literacy bill, AB 1121. The […]
Posted inNews
Rep. Al Green is censured by the U.S. House
In one of the quickest punishments of a member of the U.S. House of Representatives in the modern era, Congressman Al Green (D-TX) was censured by a 224-198 vote today […]
Posted inOp-ed, Opinion, Practical Politics
Anti-obesity medicines are not all created equally
The new FDA-approved weight loss medicines have changed the game for people with obesity, offering millions of Americans a chance to transform their health, prevent disease, and live longer lives. […]
Posted inNews
Tony Thurmond details education priorties and funding challenges
The California State Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Subcommittee No. 1 on Education, chaired by Sen. John Laird (D-Santa Cruz), held a hearing on Feb. 27, where State Superintendent of […]
Posted inUncategorized
Mississippi 1950
The realities of our nation are harsh, but I truly hope young people, particularly those of color, are now watching and taking note. I understand the unfortunate realities we face. […]
Posted inNational, News
Disaster unemployment assistance available to LA County workers
In response to the wildfires and windstorms, federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available for workers and self-employed people who do not qualify for regular unemployment benefits. DUA benefit […]
