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Nothing Much Has Changed in Black History in 70 Years
You know I’m researching Chicago Roller Skating History and Black Roller Skating in Chicago, right? So, I’m stuck in the 1942 Chicago Defender because there…
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Happy Black History Month & Other Observances
As you know, February is Black History Month. Last week, someone asked posted on Twitter: “Why is Black History month celebrated in the shortest month…
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Watch Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” Speech
Do you think we would ever see Dr. King’s speech come to pass?
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Reading the Education of The Negro Prior to 1861 by Carter G. Woodson
And I must say that this book is deep that it is taking at least 10 minutes to read ONE page. Oh my goodness, that’s…
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Black People Were Better as Negroes
I am reading When and Where I Enter: The Impact of Black Women on Race and Sex in America by Paula Giddings, and I am…
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How Many Towns & Cities Were Like Tulsa in 1921?
My friend, Tasha Clopton-Stubbs, wrote an article, “Tulsa Race Riot Victims Seek Justice ‘Before They Die’” for a local newspaper. For those that don’t know,…
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The Klu Klux Klan is No Longer a Threat to Black People
The KKK leader stepped to the podium, his hood lowered around his shoulders and a look of disgust on his face. He said, “Sorry guys…
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Marcie’s Thoughts While Reading About Black Women in History
Disclaimer: I am not a racist. I have strong feelings and views about the history of black people in America. I am reading When and…
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As NOT Seen on TV: Black Inventors
Whenever we look at TV or movies, you always see people coming up with inventions or interesting concoctions. If my memory serves me correctly, none…
