As a new school year starts, Black student enrollment is down at multiple elite colleges
The first freshman class is entering college since the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action last year — and multiple elite colleges have already reported a decline in Black student enrollment. After the Massachusetts Institute of Technology announced a decline in Black student enrollment, two more schools in the state are reporting the same. Amherst […]
Auburn University’s basketball coach is not a fan of Kamala Harris
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Fanatic (n.) — a person exhibiting excessive enthusiasm and intense uncritical devotion toward some controversial matter (as in religion or politics). From Latin fanaticus “mad, enthusiastic, inspired by a god,” also “furious, mad,” originally, […]
‘Dear White People’ star Ashley Blaine Featherson announces the birth of her first child
Ashley Blaine Featherson has stepped into a new role — motherhood. This weekend, the “Dear Black People” actress shared the news of her baby girl Aspen Dior’s birth on Instagram. In a carousel of photos, Featherson gave her followers a glimpse into the intimate family moment, posting images of her and her husband, Darroll Jenkins, […]
7 very serious thoughts about Lee Daniels’ very unserious film ‘The Deliverance’
Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. There’s a certain joy that comes with being known as a person who not only watches but enjoys any and all manner of Black cinema. I’m a person whose algorithm-suggested movies (regardless of platform) […]
California lawmakers pass landmark bills to atone for racism, but hold off on fund to take action
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers this week passed some of the nation’s most ambitious legislation aimed at atoning for a legacy of racist policies that drove disparities for Black people, from housing to education to health. None of the bills would provide widespread direct payments to African Americans. The state Legislature instead approved proposals […]
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson may have had another calling: Acting
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson has had major career successes, rising to become the first Black woman ever appointed to the Supreme Court. However, it seems she had a potential backup: acting. While appearing on “CBS Sunday Morning” to promote her new memoir “Lovely One,” published today by Penguin Random House, she confirmed two lesser-known facts […]
New Orleans district attorney’s progressive policies face blowback from Louisiana’s conservative Legislature
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans District Attorney Jason Williams promised to address the city’s history of prosecutorial and police misconduct when he was elected four years ago, but now he’s facing an investigation by Republican politicians who are concerned he is abusing his power. Williams, a Black Democrat in an overwhelmingly conservative state, replaced […]
Kamala Harris’ historic run is a pinnacle moment for Howard University
WASHINGTON (AP) — As a young college student, Kamala Harris made the nearly 3-mile trip from Howard University to the National Mall to protest against apartheid in South Africa. In 2017, as a senator, she returned to her alma mater to deliver the commencement address. In July, when she received word that she would likely be the […]
Get It in Writing: 5 Guidelines for Creating a Successful Freelance Contract
Unlike employees, freelancers don’t have their rights and work responsibilities automatically outlined when they agree to work for a company. Whether initiated by the contracting company or the freelancer, contractual work agreements define important items, such as the project’s scope, payment, deadlines and ownership. Although contracts may initially seem like extra paperwork, these agreements create […]
After Visiting Over 20 Caribbean Locales, This Island Tops My List for Retirement
In Bonaire, the word “dushi” has a few different meanings. It can be a term of endearment like “baby,” or it can describe a sweet, delicious food. In the local Papiamentu language, “dushi bida” means “the good life” and describes a feeling of deep contentment. I learned this on a recent trip to Bonaire, where […]
