In demonstration of entrenchment of discrimination, whites get most Presidential pardons under Obama’s watch too
African-American and Democracy articles on Democracy Chronicles
Here is our collection of articles concerned with African-Americans and Democracy. Few ongoing crisis in American elections have more importance to the integrity of the democracy than the imperative of ensuring voting rights for African-Americans. Also see Democracy Chronicles articles on African-American Voting Rights, the Civil Rights Era, Minority Voting, and our unfortunate category: Racism.
St Louis Protests Want Answers in Ferguson October
Activists leading Ferguson October protests want response from city government to complaints
What Black History Month Means to Me
Celebrating Black History Month is a way of learning more about yourself and the rich traditions of African-Americans who have made our city and nation so great. There are many references around New York City to African-American History and one of my favorites is literary.
The Life of Emmett Till: A Voice Crying for Justice
Emmett Till’s voice deserves to be heard loud and clear in a 21st century America; an America that has backpedalled on her promises and has betrayed her citizenry as the urban youth still lay on the altar as sacrificial lamb.
The Name Given: Exposing the Real Christopher Columbus
The real Christopher Columbus: “They have no weapons and are all naked and with no experience of arms, so that a thousand of them would not stand up to three of us, and so they are suitable to take orders and be made to work, sow and do anything else that may be needed.”
VIDEO: Freedom Songs of Civil Right Era
Political change was aided by litany of Freedom Songs written to demand rights and voting access during momentus 1960s era of songs of Civil Right Era
The Origins of a Black Name
What Are the Origins of a Black Name in America? These names illustrate a lack of cultural awareness attendant to a people who have been deprived of a proper education about their history.
Regarding Pinky: Skin Color and Identity in America
The sinister role that skin color plays in a society that limits its perception to it is undoubtedly highlighted in films such as “Pinky”
Famed Head of NAACP Steps Down
Acclaimed civil rights activist Benjamin Jealous, head of NAACP Steps Down from influential group
The Star Spangled Banner Deconstructed
A deeper look at the history of the Star Spangled Banner provides opportunity to inspect uncomfortable aspects of its message in regard to race and slavery