by Erskine | May 28, 2025 | Blogs
In the crucible of 2025, with Project 2025’s sweeping policies threatening civil liberties under the guise of “restoration,” Black Americans are confronting an old question with a new answer: When is marching forward actually stepping into a trap?...
by Erskine | Feb 1, 2025 | Blogs
I’m doing something a little different. Instead of just talking about the struggles of enslaved Black Americans, I want to shine a light on something that often gets overlooked: their intellectual contributions. Yes, enslaved people were forced to do...
by Erskine | Jan 6, 2025 | Blogs
In a world clamoring for unity and understanding, a new symbol emerges, encapsulating a profound journey towards healing and empowerment—the Newbeings 1619 Flag. This vibrant emblem is not merely fabric and color; it is a tapestry of history, courage, and the...
by Erskine | Jan 1, 2025 | Blogs
What coded songs and languages were for enslaved Africans in the presence of their enslavers, what the Underground Railroad was for those seeking freedom, what the Green Book represented for Black Americans traveling safely, and what the Chitlin’ Circuit was for...
by Erskine | Dec 31, 2024 | Blogs
Project 2025: Whether True or False, We Must Still Step Up As the year 2024 draws to a close, the national discourse is saturated with analysis and alarm over the manifesto known as Project 2025. Debate rages over whether it represents a real governing agenda for the...
