today in black history

March 19, 2024

The all Black Texas Western University team made history, winning the NCAA basketball championship over Kentucky in 1966.



Student Loan Politics

July 31, 2013 6:30 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Is the student loan compromise better than nothing at all? Read More


The Scourge of Gun Violence

July 16, 2013 8:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The death of Trayvon Martin is part of the larger issue of gun violence. Read More


Try Equality

June 18, 2013 6:30 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Having perfected the art of identifying inequalities; it's time to try equality. Read More


Is 'Big Brother' Racially Biased?

June 10, 2013 1:00 pm

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Is the government's watchful eye trained on people of color? Read More


Fed Contracting Inequality

May 30, 2013 8:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Our federal contracting system promotes inequality. Read More


At Last?

May 14, 2013 6:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

President Obama has finally moved to address diversity in his Cabinet. Read More


Wrong Approach on Immigration

May 06, 2013 10:30 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The Senate immigration bill disadvantages our community. Read More


Blaming the Dark Skin Man

April 23, 2013 6:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

When in doubt, the dark skin man always takes the blame for heinous acts. Read More


Health Care Disparities

April 02, 2013 6:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Attitudes in health care drive racial disparities. Read More


Failing the Diversity Test

March 18, 2013 11:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

As the Catholic Church makes history, President stalls on diversity. Read More


Whole Foods or Whole Fool?

February 12, 2013 9:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Whole Foods CEO John Mackey puts his foot in his mouth on Obamacare Read More


All or None of Us

January 29, 2013 5:30 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The President must address all inequities in America. Read More


Memories and Median Age

January 15, 2013 7:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Celebrations are important, but who actually remembers the past? Read More


"F" Bombs on the Hill

January 08, 2013 7:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

House Speaker John Boehner's undignified behavior on the Hill. Read More


Engaged for Change in 2013

January 02, 2013 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Black America in 2013: Hook In and Hook Up. Read More


Where is your Passion?

December 17, 2012 10:30 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Newtown tragedy should make us evaluate the source of our passion. Read More


What about Kasandra?

December 11, 2012 8:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Concern for football player's victim is absent from news coverage. Read More


'Tis the Season to be Careful

December 03, 2012 11:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Beware of scams this holiday season. Read More


Public Policy Hurts the Poor

November 27, 2012 8:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Some public policy is undeniably harmful to the poor. Read More


The Scam that Stole Thanksgiving

November 20, 2012 7:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Thanksgiving is being pushed aside by the greed of retailers. Read More


A Post-Election Headache

October 30, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

No matter who wins on November 6, some tough choices await the winner. Read More


Watcha' Talkin' bout Willard?

October 23, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Mitt Romney's flip-flopping amounts to gibberish. Read More


Health Care as Civil Right

October 15, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Health care is not a luxury; it is a civil right for all Americans. Read More


Let Polls Motivate

October 01, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Don't fall asleep; polls should inspire Obama supporters to vote on November 6. Read More


A Vote for Consumers

September 25, 2012 6:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Elizabeth Warren deserves support in her bid for Massachusetts Senate seat. Read More


Facing Poverty and Unemployment

September 19, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Blacks are facing the double whammy of no jobs and poverty. Read More


After Euphoria, the Reality

September 11, 2012 12:00 am



The reality of a tough election sets in for Democrats. Read More


Same Old Song

August 27, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The voices of voters who should know better are strained with complacency. Read More


A Mediocre Investment

August 14, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Our nation would win Olympic gold for our mediocre investment in education. Read More


Victories and Stereotypes

August 06, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

In a moment of historic Olympic victory, old stereotypes resurface. Read More


The Equivalency of Human Life

August 01, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

All life is precious but you would not know it from media coverage. Read More


God's Plan to Kill?

July 23, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

George Zimmerman insults all of us by using God as his defense. Read More


Removing Mental Health Stigma

July 17, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It is time to bring mental health issues out of the closet. Read More


The GOP & Unemployment

July 09, 2012 12:00 am



Are Republicans at the root of our nation's high unemployment? Read More


Congressional Two-Step

July 03, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Congress gives and takes away from college students. Read More


Standing up for Domestic Workers

June 25, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Consideration should be given to those who unselfishly care for others. Read More


Will Affirmative Action Disappear?

June 18, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Case before the U.S. Supreme Court further threatens affirmative action. Read More


Targeting Federal Workers

June 12, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

A mean spirited campaign on Capitol Hill aimed at government workers. Read More


Through the Lens of History

May 17, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Our nation's current descent into the depths of racism has precedent. Read More


Claim your Destiny

May 09, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Even in a tough economy you need to be bold and claim your destiny. Read More


Burdening our Children with Debt

May 02, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We are shackling our young people with debt and robbing their success. Read More


Black Women & the Mommy Wars

April 24, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Somehow the trials of Black women are lost in the discussion. Read More


Getting Down to Business

April 17, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The presidential race is now set and we need some answers to our concerns. Read More


Murder by Austerity

April 10, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Budget decisions have life and death implications for the most vulnerable. Read More


We are all Trayvon Martin

April 02, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The murder of Trayvon Martin impacts us all. Read More


What Happened to Audacity?

March 27, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Two reminders of the need for Blacks to organize and act boldly. Read More


Women, Children and Poverty

March 20, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Bringing poverty to the forefront of the policy debate. Read More


Why I left Bennett

March 13, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Recognizing when it is time to move on to other challenges. Read More


Black Women and Organizations

February 14, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Black women have played a key role in organizations addressing inequities. Read More


The Women in Black History

February 07, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Celebrating Black women who have made their mark on our nation. Read More


Market for Disrespect

January 31, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We are in a season of disrespect toward the President and his family. Read More


Who Gets Food Stamps?

January 24, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Newt Gingrich is playing the race deck in trying to win GOP nomination. Read More


What is the state of the Dream?

January 18, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The King Holiday forces us to reassess where we are as a community. Read More


Others Gain, Blacks Lose

January 09, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The latest national employment report bears more bad news for Blacks. Read More


Let the Games Begin

January 03, 2012 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

As Congress returns, the election year battle begins in earnest. Read More


Giving Due

December 27, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

After another silly debate on Capitol Hill, giving due. Read More


Drum Major for Change

December 19, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It is time to end the senseless hazing of students on campus. Read More


Out of Touch with America

December 12, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Republican candidates are clueless as to real needs. Read More


Consequences of Bullying

December 05, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We must step forward and end the mistreatment of others. Read More


We Must Create Jobs

November 22, 2011 12:00 am



The first priority must be to put Americans to work. Read More


The Diabetes Epidemic

November 15, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

November is Diabetes Awareness Month;an opportunity to focus on the disease. Read More


Stop the Violence Against Women

November 08, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Recent attacks against members of Delta Sigma Theta highlight larger issue. Read More


Infant Meningitis Vaccinations a Must

October 31, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

CDC should recommend infant meningitis vaccinations. Read More


Who is Watching Defict Committee?

October 24, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

While the "Super Committee" works behind closed doors, who is watching? Read More


Moving beyond Occupying Space

October 18, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

What does the Occupy Wall Street movement want? Read More


One in Three

October 11, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

One-third of Black Americans are not working: does anyone but us care? Read More


Much To Do About Nothing

Our focus should be on passing jobs bill

October 04, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The flap over the President's speech at CBC dinner is a distraction. Read More


The Complexity of Black America

September 27, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Congressional Black Caucus conference reveals complexity of Black life. Read More


Debilitating Poverty is Corrosive

September 20, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

As poverty grows in America,the need for a new movement is clear. Read More


Jobs Bill a Step in Right Direction

September 13, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

President Obama has taken a step in right direction on jobs. Read More


Fix the King Quote

September 06, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Maya Angelou was right in suggesting MLK Memorial quote should be fixed. Read More


Hope for Next Generation

August 31, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

As we dedicate King memorial, who will bring hope for next generation? Read More


Beginning of the End?

August 22, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Are we witnessing the end of the American economy and prosperity? Read More


Is Deal Laced with Poison?

August 01, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The debt limit deal will be toxic in its application. Read More


Healthy Minds in a Sick Economy

July 27, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Death of Amy Winehouse calls attention to mental health issues. Read More


Budget Foolishness

July 19, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Lawmakers are playing games as the nation faces economic crisis. Read More


Racing toward the Bottom

July 13, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Entrepreneurship must be part of recovery mix. Read More


IMF Ignores World Realities

July 06, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

A new world order requires a rethinking of our global priorities. Read More


China's Bet

June 27, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

There are clear signs that China is on the ascent, while U.S. falters. Read More


Election Thievery

June 20, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

There is a move afoot to steal the 2012 presidential election. Read More


Debilitating Diversions

June 14, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The Weiner scandal is distracting Democrats from real work. Read More


Work is a Necessity

June 07, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It is time our nation made work and the creation of jobs a priority. Read More


History's Hostages

June 01, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

History belongs to those who write it; so write, write, write. Read More


Raise the Debt Ceiling

May 24, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It is crucial that the federal debt ceiling is raised. Read More


Has Freedom Rides Borne Fruit?

May 18, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Fifty years after the historic effort, how far have we come? Read More


The Class of 2011

May 10, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

College graduates face a conundrum - more debt, more chances. Read More


Show Me Your Passbook

May 03, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Birthers are a disgraceful distraction from critical issues in America. Read More


Children of Women Behind Bars

What happens to the children of incarcerated women?

April 26, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The real consequences of the children of imprisoned women. Read More


What about the Workers?

April 19, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

America's workers seems to be absent from the discussion these days. Read More


Manning, Malcolm, And Meaning

April 12, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Reflecting on the passing of historian Dr. Manning Marable. Read More


Census and Black Political Power

March 29, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

2012 Census data poses new challenges to Black's political power. Read More


Lessons from Japan

March 22, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Can we learn something about our infrastructure needs from crisis! Read More


Gender Equity Is Our Business

March 14, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We are all responsible for promoting gender equity. Read More


Should We Bank On This Recovery?

March 08, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

This might not be the economic recovery most of us can bank on. Read More


White Out

March 02, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The Oscars again reveals Blacks are excised from America's culture. Read More


Just Too Much?

When are budget cuts too deep to tolerate?

February 22, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

When are budget cuts just enough or too deep, causing long-term pain? Read More


Embracing Black Economic History

February 17, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

There are untold stories of Blacks exercising economic independence. Read More


Except Us

Good News in Jobs Numbers Except for Blacks

February 09, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The unemployment picture improves for everyone except..Blacks. Read More


Egypt, Economic Justice & Us

February 02, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Will the demand for justice in Egypt echo in the U.S.? Read More


Preacher and Prophet

Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 19, 2011 12:00 am



Claiming Dr. King as an economist who foresaw nation's decline. Read More


A Tragedy and Apology

January 11, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

In the wake of Arizona tragedy, we must all be mindful of what we say. Read More


Which Constitution?

January 04, 2011 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Which Constitution will Congressional Republicans seek to amend? Read More


Holiday Diversity

Christmas, Kwanzaa and Chanukkah

December 20, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We should honor the diversity of the holiday season. Read More


Surviving, Thriving and Holiday Kwanzaa

December 14, 2010 10:00 pm

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Black Americans are proven survivors during hard times. Read More


Some Want Jobs for Christmas

December 07, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

A job is the only gift that matters for many Americans this Christmas. Read More


Hunger In A Season Of Plenty

December 01, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Hunger remains a serious problem facing many Americans. Read More


Who Let The Ducks Out?

November 16, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Be mindful,this lame duck Congress can cause some real damage. Read More


On Barack Obama and Oscar Grant

November 09, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The President and protesters in Oakland share a common need. Read More


The Future is in our Hands

October 26, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We must realize that we can determine the future of this nation. Read More


The Fed Considers Monetary Action

October 20, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The inaction of Congress may lead the Fed to enact stimulus measure. Read More


A Pilgrimage to Haiti

October 13, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Dr. Malveaux reflects on her recent trip to Haiti. Read More


Maxine, You Are Our Queen

Congresswoman has stood up for our community

September 28, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

By standing up, Maxine Waters has stood out as a target. Read More


Young, Gifted and Poor

September 22, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The recession is crushing the young, poor and talented of our nation. Read More


Remembering Ron Walters

September 14, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Our nation has lost a giant in the cause for social justice. Read More


8 Weeks To Go

September 08, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Midterm elections are around the corner; what will we do? Read More


Nightmare or Dream?

Or In Between

August 31, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

There was only one march for justice last Saturday in the nation's capital. Read More


Detroit - America's Ground Zero

August 24, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The Motor City is symbolic of our nation's failure to help cities. Read More


In Search of Synchronocity

August 17, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

We need a bit of Abbey Lincoln's sensibility to get our bearings. Read More


Katrina: Five Years Later

After The Levees Broke

August 11, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

August 29 markes the fifth anniversary of the Hurricane Katrina disaster. Read More


Race Heat, Economic Light

Advancing Economic Justice

July 27, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Race made headlines, but just as important is economic progress. Read More


FINALLY, Financial Services Reform

July 21, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

After much delay, the Senate finally acted on financial reform. Read More


Not Lily White, Just Non-Black

A Correction And A Comment

July 13, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The U.S. Senate may not be all-white, but it certainly lacks Black faces. Read More


An All White Senate?

July 07, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

With Senator Burris on the way out, U.S. Senate may get a whitewash. Read More


Who Should Really Be Drug Tested?

June 30, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

If being unemployed is not bad enough, Senator Hatch wants drug testing. Read More


Connecting the Dots

Appreciating Rev. Jesse Jackson

June 22, 2010 12:00 am



Recent PUSH/Excel conference demonstrates leadership of Rev. Jackson. Read More


Things Fall Apart

The BP Oil Spill

June 16, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

There should be more outrage over the conduct of BP and the Gulf oil spill. Read More


Our Jobless Recovery

June 08, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

A jobless recovery is no recovery, it's a cruel joke on African Americans. Read More


The Death of Empathy

June 02, 2010 12:00 am



Do our young people lack empathy for human suffering? Read More


Financial Reform

The Devil's in the Details

May 25, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The real work in finacial reform is ironing out the details. Read More


Black Woman on Supreme Court?

May 18, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The President's recent pick highlights absence of Black women on bench. Read More


A Word For Graduates

Let It Shine

May 11, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Some words of wisdom for graduates of the Class of 2010. Read More


Suspicion of Racial Origin

May 04, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The new Arizona immigration law makes "living brown" suspicious. Read More


Dorothy Height: Icon and Friend

April 27, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Remenbering an American icon who was also a dear friend and inspiration. Read More


Supremacy History

The truth about Confederacy History

April 13, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Virginia governor's omission reveals truth about Confederacy. Read More


White Hyacinths

April 07, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The arts play an important role as a coping mechanism during a recession. Read More


U.S. Lags in World Technology

March 30, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The nation is playing catch-up with the rest of the world in technology. Read More


Racism: A Pre-Existing Condition

March 23, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The Tea Party movement poisons the national debate on important issues. Read More


The Agenda after Health Care

March 16, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

A number of issues are ripe for the White House and Congress to pursue. Read More


An Oscar Setback

Personal Success, Community Setback

March 09, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Actress Mo'nique took home an Oscar but Black roles still lacking. Read More


Drum Roll in the White House

March 02, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Historically Black colleges in the spotlight at White House event. Read More


Honoring Fannie Lou Hamer

Sick and Tired of Being Invisible

February 24, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It's time the legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer is commemorated with a statue. Read More


Meaning behing Jobs Meeting

White House session an important first step

February 17, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It means something when the President focuses on the Black jobs crisis. Read More


From Free Frank to Billionaire Bob

The History of African American Economic Empowerment

February 09, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

A look at the historical path to Black economic empowerment. Read More


What Would You Sit For?

February 02, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Is there an injustice that would cause you to take a stand? Read More


Coakley in Context

January 26, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Democrats need not hit hit the panic button after Massachusetts election. Read More


Rebuilding Haiti

Quake simply revealed benign neglect

January 20, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It's time to rebuild Haiti from the effects of decades of neglect. Read More


Reid proves DuBois Right

January 14, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Senator Harry Reid's remarks exposes the truth of W.E.B. DuBois. Read More


Still Insufficient Funds

King's call is still not addressed

January 06, 2010 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The nation has yet to make sufficient investment in Black Americans. Read More


High Expectations

Obama is cursed by his supporters naivete

December 24, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Some of the President's supporters have unrealistic expectations. Read More


Climate Justice?

Will Copengahen conference address equity issues?

December 16, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Copenhagen conference is an opportunity to address impact on Diaspora. Read More


One Nation?

President must offer targeted prescription for jobs

December 09, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Juliannne Malveaux

President Obama needs to face reality and address Black joblessness. Read More


Too Many in College?

December 02, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Higher education remains a proven path to a better life for our youth. Read More


Obama in China

China in Africa

November 18, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

While the President courts China, the Chinese focus on Africa. Read More


1 in 4

Jobless crisis taking its toll

November 12, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

It's time to put forward a federal jobs program. Read More


Are You Better Off?

Economic insecurity is the issue troubling Americans

November 04, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The question posed by Ronald Reagan continues to hold relevance. Read More


A Woman of High Purpose

October 29, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The name of Dr. Niara Sudarkasa should be known in our community. Read More


HBCUs Need Your Help

October 21, 2009 2:00 pm

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Obama administration has yet to make commitment to Black colleges. Read More


First Friday Blues

Employment data bring bad news

October 14, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Monthly employment data shows belies notion of a recovery for Blacks. Read More


No Excuse for Gun Violence

September 09, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

The time has come for an all out campaign against gun violence. Read More


Who Will Give a Voice to the Voiceless?

September 02, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

After Kennedy, who speaks for the most vulnerable Americans? Read More


Blacks and Health Care Reform

August 24, 2009 12:00 am

By Dr. Julianne Malveaux

Congress seems to be putting the final touches on health care reform legislation, arranging to provide health care, especially, for the uninsured. Anyone who has made the summer rounds of civil rights conventions understand that African American policy makers care about this issue. Still there seems to be no passion in advocacy for heath care reform. Read More