Monthly Archives: February 2015
When Does Black History Start and End? ©
On August 17, 1988, the appreciation for Black history started for the United African Movement. It was incumbent on the members of the United African Movement to record that history. In New York, history must be routinely and […]
Where Are Leading Blacks When You Need Them?
When I penned “Too Much Work: Too Little Help,” my workload was on the verge of an overload. It was a clarion call for help. Given the political consciousness of the people who have […]
Letter to Hon. Jonathan Lippman
Hon. Jonathan Lippman Chief Judge New York Court of Appeals 20 Eagle Street Albany, NY 12207 Re: People v. Orta, Ind. No. 162 (Sup. Ct., Richmond Co. 2014) Dear Sir: New York is using every weapon […]
Is a Passport to George Zimmerman a Fish Tale? ©
No one is taking me seriously when I assert that you must be bilingual to communicate with white supremacists: “legalese” and “military science.” It is not enough to be fluent in pig […]
UAM THEN AND NOW
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An “Ombudsman” for Black and Latino Children
Blacks are good at creating and sustaining “red herrings.” The “Oscars” on the Red Carpet in Hollywood made it clear that a racial divide still exists in the United States. Oprah Winfrey is still unable to learn the lessons from […]
Gregory and Maddox on Baltimore Radio
Dick Gregory and I will make a joint appearance on “State of the City” WFBR 1590-AM radio hosted by Bro. Darren Muhammad in Baltimore, MD at noontime on Saturday, February 21, 2015. This will be the 50th anniversary of the […]
A Synopsis of My Journey in Black History ©
No one can take a reliable trip without recording it in a journal which is a derivative of “journey.” Ajournal sits at the top of publications. See, for example, the Wall Street Journal, National Journal and theNew York Law […]
Too Much Work: Too Little Help
Even a computer is susceptible to an overload. I must decline any future speaking engagements. My appearances require that I must also engage in research and in writing on the current needs of Blacks even […]
Maddox on “Leid Story” – Monday
This past week, Utrice Leid asked me to appear on “Leid Story” on Monday, February 16, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. When she asked about my interest, I noted that headlines in New York change daily. At […]