Editorials
Imani's Faith: Swagger on a Hundred Thousand Trillion:
There is a new epidemic that has landed in the Hip Hop community. It seems as though everyone has a boost of confidence. This particular boost is called Swagger also known as ‘swagga’ and better known as ‘swag’. You might have heard the term used in several songs such as “Turn my Swag on” and “Swag Surfing’”. Read in Full >>
Imani's Faith: Baltimore's Got Talent:
In the midst of lies, deceit, crime, and violence, Baltimore’s youth prove that there is hope for this city. I was able to witness four very talented youth come into the WOLB station and bless the city with their voices. It made me feel hopeful to know that my faith for the improvement of Baltimore is not in vain. Read in Full >>
Imani's Faith: My experience witnessing the "Empower Hour" and "On Point" radio talk shows:
On Tuesday, June 16, 2009, God graced me with the opportunity to observe two talk shows take place on WOLB 1010 am radio. After walking into the room where everything took place, I was graciously welcomed by Doni Glover. He was very inviting and I could tell that he enjoyed his career as well having the ability to help others build their own. The first show that I observed was the “Empower Hour” hosted by Doni Glover. Read in Full >>
Op/Ed: Working Together for the Sake of MBE's:
I attended the Business Mixer & Legislative Luncheon sponsored by EDTI on Friday May 8, 2009. The successful event was well-attended and a lot of very valuable information was presented to the those in attendance.
The attendance at this event and every other Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) event attracts more participants than any other events including education forums.
This very important fact should alert everyone that the lack of MBE participation in federal, state and local government contracting is an issue that has finally been put on the front burner and won't go away. I applaud the leaders who have sacrificed much to fight the good fight to hold government and you accountable.
Read in Full >>Op/Ed: The Passing of Chet Howard:
I'm saddened to inform you that a champion of MBE advancement and a member of the Prince George's Business and Community Coalition (PGBCC) has gone on to be with the Lord.
Rev. Chet Howard passed on Wednesday May 6, 2009 and we will sorely miss him.
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Op/Ed: A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT ROBERT MICHAEL FRANKLIN ’75:
When Maynard Jackson ’56 died in 2003, the world lost an irreplaceable leader, a one-of-a-kind statesman and a Morehouse legend. As the City of Atlanta’s first African American mayor, Maynard impressed both his champions and his detractors with his passion for social justice and his unrivaled ability to organize. Fellow alumnus Richard Grigsby ’78, then an associate in the law firm co-founded by Jackson, best captured the genius of Brother Jackson in an article titled “Revolutionary in a Blue PinstripeSuit.” Maynard Jackson loved Morehouse and he wanted each new generation of men of Morehouse to follow his example—an example that President Mays inspired in all of us. Read in Full >>
Op/Ed: Obama's Foreign Affairs:
President Barack Obama’s recent foreign trips have generated quite a bit of reaction within our country. Having studied foreign affairs in graduate school and having done work in other countries, I have a somewhat different take than most Republicans, especially the conservative ones. Read in Full >>
Op/Ed: OBAMA FURY GONE WILD:
Conservative radio and broadcast media hosts are acting like little more than modern day electronic klansmen doing the bidding of the Republican corporate elite; a bunch of digitized, college-degreed corporate whores cheering for the downfall of our nation that is now under the leadership of Barack Obama (I think I can again hear the cries of “Kill him!” shouted at some of the McCain/Palin Republican rallies). Read in Full >>
Op/Ed by Avon Bellamy: AMERICANS BEWARE:
Someone will have to explain the Republican leadership to me. Do they really believe that the rest of American citizens are stupid with a capital “S”? Read in Full >>
Op/Ed: Peace in Middle East:
Petition to the UN Security Council, the European Union, the Arab League and the USA:
We urge you to act immediately to ensure a comprehensive ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, to protect civilians on all sides, and to address the growing humanitarian crisis. Only through robust international action and oversight can the bloodshed be stopped, the Gaza crossings safely re-opened and real progress made toward a wider peace in 2009.