Georgia On My Mind
“Tell me what Democracy looks like!”
This is what Democracy looks like. … Read More Georgia On My Mind
Category: Culture
New Year, New Senate: Raphael Warnock’s Victory = Victory for the Black Community
“Rev. Dr. Warnock’s victory was a huge accomplishment for the black community because it’s an indication that our political system is accepting of people occupying positions no matter their color or background”… Read More New Year, New Senate: Raphael Warnock’s Victory = Victory for the Black Community
What Happened in D.C.?
On Wednesday, Jan. 6, thousands of angry Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, disrupting Congress as they were about to conduct the final electoral count to certify Joe Biden’s victory as the President-elect. The turmoil occurred on the same day Democrats, Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff, were victorious in the runoff elections held in Georgia.… Read More What Happened in D.C.?
Skepticism over COVID-19 Vaccine Among the Black Community
Students express their uneasiness with coronavirus vaccines. … Read More Skepticism over COVID-19 Vaccine Among the Black Community
2020: A Year in Review
A year that was filled with a pandemic that ceased economic progress to the rising of social movements that challenged governments. This year has taught us that our voice and vote have power. … Read More 2020: A Year in Review
20 Books by Haitian Authors That You Should Read This New Year
By Rachelle Saint Louis January 1st, 1804 marked the birth of the first Black republic and only successful slave revolt. This new year I’ll be celebrating Haitian Independence Day with my grandmother’s classic Soup Joumou and taking part in the Haitian Readathon. If that sounds like something you’d be interested in, or you just want… Read More 20 Books by Haitian Authors That You Should Read This New Year
10 Books by Black Authors that Showcase Black Joy
By Rachelle Saint Louis In continuation of our Black joy series, here are ten books with Black joy at the center of their stories. These are all works of fiction by Black authors that showcase the nuance of life as a Black person while making time for the joys of it. I’ve made sure to… Read More 10 Books by Black Authors that Showcase Black Joy
A Black Joy Playlist
One way to incorporate Black joy into your daily life is by having a playlist. Maybe you need somewhere to start. The Paradigm Press has come together to bring you nearly 2 hours of Black joy in music form. The playlist can be found on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube. I hope you find a… Read More A Black Joy Playlist
The Radical Nature of Black Joy
There have been calls for stories that focus on Black joy for years now but why are these stories so hard to find in the first place? Black joy means different things to different people and I think this video showcases that really well: Whatever your definition of Black joy is, I’m sure you can… Read More The Radical Nature of Black Joy
Trend Watch: The White AF1
An analysis into this year’s hottest fashion trend: White Air Force 1s … Read More Trend Watch: The White AF1
