OpinionArlington National Cemetery needs to stop burying history on its websiteMany of those interred in Arlington’s more than 600 acres made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Their legacies shouldn’t fall victim to Trump’s virulent attacks on DEI.
OpinionArlington National Cemetery needs to stop burying history on its websiteMany of those interred in Arlington’s more than 600 acres made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Their legacies shouldn’t fall victim to Trump’s virulent attacks on DEI.
OpinionKamala Harris deserves time to rest. We all do.The National Day of Rest for Black Women on March 10 acknowledges that Black women — the most loyal voting block in the Democratic Party — need to focus on their own well-being and prioritize rest.
OpinionKamala Harris deserves time to rest. We all do.The National Day of Rest for Black Women on March 10 acknowledges that Black women — the most loyal voting block in the Democratic Party — need to focus on their own well-being and prioritize rest.
OpinionForget Trump. Let’s make this the Blackest Black History Month ever.In the face of anti-Blackness, we should double down and celebrate the contributions of African Americans, and also express our support for DEI.
OpinionForget Trump. Let’s make this the Blackest Black History Month ever.In the face of anti-Blackness, we should double down and celebrate the contributions of African Americans, and also express our support for DEI.
OpinionMichelle Obama is protecting her peace by not attending Trump’s inauguration. We should follow her lead by not tuning in for it.The nation's first Black first lady has a penchant for keeping it real, and none of us should behave as if the twice-impeached felon is just another president.
OpinionMichelle Obama is protecting her peace by not attending Trump’s inauguration. We should follow her lead by not tuning in for it.The nation's first Black first lady has a penchant for keeping it real, and none of us should behave as if the twice-impeached felon is just another president.
OpinionAn auto body shop owner created a space where female customers would feel comfortable. Then one came in and shot her.Vanessa Rivera is part of a small but growing group of female car care owners in an industry long dominated by men. She isn't going to let a shooting stop her.
OpinionAn auto body shop owner created a space where female customers would feel comfortable. Then one came in and shot her.Vanessa Rivera is part of a small but growing group of female car care owners in an industry long dominated by men. She isn't going to let a shooting stop her.
OpinionGhana made history last week as it granted citizenship to 524 people — some of them Philadelphians Last week, the West African nation welcomed the most new citizens in its history thanks to a campaign asking Black Americans to "come home." Germantown's Nykisha Madison Keita was one of them.
OpinionGhana made history last week as it granted citizenship to 524 people — some of them Philadelphians Last week, the West African nation welcomed the most new citizens in its history thanks to a campaign asking Black Americans to "come home." Germantown's Nykisha Madison Keita was one of them.
OpinionVP Harris’ interview with the National Association of Black Journalists was subdued — a sharp contrast to the crazy of Trump’s sessionDuring Kamala Harris’ interview with three national journalists, there was no huge headline-making moment. It was a return to normalcy.
OpinionVP Harris’ interview with the National Association of Black Journalists was subdued — a sharp contrast to the crazy of Trump’s sessionDuring Kamala Harris’ interview with three national journalists, there was no huge headline-making moment. It was a return to normalcy.
OpinionIn calling out Trump, Rep. Al Green stood tall for each of usMore than a week after Rep. Green was censured for interrupting Trump's address, the lingering question is: Why didn’t Democratic members of the House jump to their feet and stand with him?
OpinionIn calling out Trump, Rep. Al Green stood tall for each of usMore than a week after Rep. Green was censured for interrupting Trump's address, the lingering question is: Why didn’t Democratic members of the House jump to their feet and stand with him?
OpinionDo you see what the Trump administration is doing to Philadelphians?Need a real-life example of how the lives of local residents have been upended by the presidency of Donald Trump? Jenice Armstrong talked to three of the 400 local IRS employees laid off last week.
OpinionDo you see what the Trump administration is doing to Philadelphians?Need a real-life example of how the lives of local residents have been upended by the presidency of Donald Trump? Jenice Armstrong talked to three of the 400 local IRS employees laid off last week.
OpinionI’m going to miss shopping at TargetNow that Target has announced a rollback of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, I don't know if I'll ever step back inside.
OpinionI’m going to miss shopping at TargetNow that Target has announced a rollback of its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, I don't know if I'll ever step back inside.
OpinionNew Jersey woman who recently completed 100 half-marathons inspires me more than any Olympic gold medalistDenise Hall is a grandmother who started running late in life. But she completed this considerable feat in November and has no plans to slow down now.
OpinionNew Jersey woman who recently completed 100 half-marathons inspires me more than any Olympic gold medalistDenise Hall is a grandmother who started running late in life. But she completed this considerable feat in November and has no plans to slow down now.
OpinionMy visit to one of Ghana’s notorious ‘slave castles’ was a haunting reminder of the not-so-distant pastGrappling with the legacy of slavery — and making peace with Africans' role in it — is one of the more challenging aspects of visiting Ghana, where Black Americans have been invited to “come home.”
OpinionMy visit to one of Ghana’s notorious ‘slave castles’ was a haunting reminder of the not-so-distant pastGrappling with the legacy of slavery — and making peace with Africans' role in it — is one of the more challenging aspects of visiting Ghana, where Black Americans have been invited to “come home.”
OpinionGhana wants Black Americans to ‘come home.’ Many are accepting the invitation. I went to find out why.Black American expats say they feel free in Ghana in a way they never could back in the U.S. They don’t worry about police traffic stops gone awry or being othered. I came here to learn more.
OpinionGhana wants Black Americans to ‘come home.’ Many are accepting the invitation. I went to find out why.Black American expats say they feel free in Ghana in a way they never could back in the U.S. They don’t worry about police traffic stops gone awry or being othered. I came here to learn more.
OpinionUsing a person’s preferred pronoun isn’t just about being woke. It’s also a sign of respect.Before you groan and complain about how pronouns are an example of woke run amok, stop for a moment and think about how self-affirming it can be.
OpinionUsing a person’s preferred pronoun isn’t just about being woke. It’s also a sign of respect.Before you groan and complain about how pronouns are an example of woke run amok, stop for a moment and think about how self-affirming it can be.
OpinionMeghan Markle’s new Netflix show is an antidote for today’s harsh political realityMeghan Markle Sussex's critics are still mad because she got handed the keys to the royal castle and said, “No, thanks." Now she has a new Netflix show and is living her best life.
OpinionMeghan Markle’s new Netflix show is an antidote for today’s harsh political realityMeghan Markle Sussex's critics are still mad because she got handed the keys to the royal castle and said, “No, thanks." Now she has a new Netflix show and is living her best life.
OpinionNortheast plane crash victim wanted his son to go on a school trip to Ghana. Let’s make sure he goes.Steven Dreuitt Jr. wanted to make sure his son would have the experience of going to West Africa on a high school service trip. GoFundMe might still make it possible.
OpinionNortheast plane crash victim wanted his son to go on a school trip to Ghana. Let’s make sure he goes.Steven Dreuitt Jr. wanted to make sure his son would have the experience of going to West Africa on a high school service trip. GoFundMe might still make it possible.
OpinionEpiscopal bishop who bravely asked Trump to have mercy on migrants is an American heroDuring Tuesday's national prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral, the Episcopal bishop did what billionaire sycophants surrounding Trump wouldn’t dare.
OpinionEpiscopal bishop who bravely asked Trump to have mercy on migrants is an American heroDuring Tuesday's national prayer service at the Washington National Cathedral, the Episcopal bishop did what billionaire sycophants surrounding Trump wouldn’t dare.
OpinionSixers, make amends for two years of arena turmoil. Revitalize Market East.The Sixers can make amends for the two years of arena-centered turmoil in the city by prioritizing the revitalization of Market East.
OpinionSixers, make amends for two years of arena turmoil. Revitalize Market East.The Sixers can make amends for the two years of arena-centered turmoil in the city by prioritizing the revitalization of Market East.
OpinionYou’ve heard of Brexit? Well, Blaxit describes the exodus of Black folks from America.For American expats in Ghana, their motivations for leaving the U.S. often include worries about racism, housing issues, and economic opportunity. Here are a few of their stories.
OpinionYou’ve heard of Brexit? Well, Blaxit describes the exodus of Black folks from America.For American expats in Ghana, their motivations for leaving the U.S. often include worries about racism, housing issues, and economic opportunity. Here are a few of their stories.
OpinionThe Republican obsession with women who haven’t given birth is just weirdVice President Kamala Harris found herself having to address GOP barbs about her being "childless" again on Sunday when she appeared on the popular "Call Her Daddy" podcast.
OpinionThe Republican obsession with women who haven’t given birth is just weirdVice President Kamala Harris found herself having to address GOP barbs about her being "childless" again on Sunday when she appeared on the popular "Call Her Daddy" podcast.