
Native Americans left out of economic recovery, as always
For urban Native Americans, the jobless rate averages around 48 percent. In general, Indian Country is in a permanent depression even when the national economy is on the upswing.

Justice for black farmers has May 11 deadline
The 180-day period for monetary claims by Black farmers against the USDA expires this week.

Recapturing the social identity of the Black church
In the days of the past, the black church served as a beacon of hope for the lost-soul seeking grace and mercy.

Celebrating the life of Mary McLeod Bethune
Mary McLeod Bethune's commitment to the advancement of black women and indeed all women makes her a true American hero.

Will Arizona move left in 2012?
The 2012 elections are an opportunity to turn things around in Arizona.

Happy birthday, Marian Anderson! (with video)
Mariann Anderson, the great contralto, perhaps the most renowned of the 20th century, would have been 115 years old today.

University of Pennsylvania awards Du Bois honorary doctorate
Today would have been the 144th birthday of WEB Du Bois, the great scholar, civil rights and peace activist.
Anna Julia Cooper, 1858-1964: A fighter for equal rights for all
She was a leader in the fight for African American equality, women's equality and their rights in education, and for African Americans' and women's right to vote.
Pipeline rejection is huge Native American victory
Make no mistake, it was Native Americans who spearheaded and bore the brunt of the campaign against the TransCanada Keystone XL Pipeline.


