Thirteen years in the making, the National Museum of African American History and Culture will open its doors September 24, 2016

The Washington Post May 10, 2016 A dream for 100 years, the National Museum of African American History and Culture promises to become an instant favorite when it opens Sept. 24, its soaring spaces and magical views of the Mall Read More …

Frederick Douglass in 1867: “A man’s rights rest in three boxes: the ballot box, the jury box, and the cartridge box.” and how the National African American Gun Association eventually came about

David Owen July 1, 2016 Frederick Douglass in 1867: “A man’s rights rest in three boxes: the ballot box, the jury box, and the cartridge box.” and how the National African American Gun Association eventually came about (see video below) Read More …

Reparations: Following the money of 400 years of slavery profits. Where did the money go?

David Owen June 18, 2016 Reparations: Following the money of 400 years of slavery profits. Where did the money go? THE REPARATIONS DEBATE has had a resurgence this year. I’ll link those articles but I also looked into following the money of Read More …

Despite Progress, Blacks Are Far From Equal With Whites. Urban League report finds deficiencies in many areas from poverty to jobs.

U.S. News and World Report May 17, 2016 Despite Progress, Blacks Are Far From Equal With Whites. Urban League report finds deficiencies in many areas from poverty to jobs. A new Urban League report comparing economic and social equality with Read More …