Posts by Nicole Martinez
Poet Jason Allen-Paisant: ‘We belong in the picture’
The award-winning poet was born in Jamaica and writes about the African diaspora and his experiences in his work.
Read MorePhilly gets new officers including one for historically Black colleges and ‘greek’ life
The mayor of Philadelphia announced several appointments, including a role that will work closely with Greek societies at HBCUs.
Read MoreBlack student accuses Met and CPS of misusing laws over use of N-word
Charges have been dropped against the Black woman who was accused of racism after posting a tweet about Alexander Isak.
Read More‘Segregated facilities’ are no longer explicitly banned in federal contracts
Although the federal laws are mostly symbolic because individual states ban segregation, many argue that the change is still negative.
Read MoreVirginia campground to pay two families $750,000 for racial discrimination against Black camper
Two families rented campsites from an owner who admitted she wouldn’t have allowed them due to one man’s skin color.
Read MoreUSDA Promised Loan Relief, Then Repealed It. Black Farmers Are Fighting Back
As Donald Trump and DOGE attempt to reign in government spending, some farmers have lost funding necessary to make a living–and food.
Read MoreWhy Black Satire Is the Art Form for Our Absurd Age
Adam Bradley discusses the significance of Black satire, especially in trying political times such as these.
Read MoreTulsa mayor declares June 1 as Tulsa Race Massacre Observance Day to honor history
Tulsa’s first Black mayor has taken steps to recognize the city’s racist history. Could reparations follow?
Read MoreA majority-Black town starts armed protection group after neo-Nazi rally
When the police failed to arrest Neo-Nazis who showed up in their town, the Black community stepped in to protect themselves.
Read MoreBlack Students Are the Future of Journalism
We need more Black journalists. HuffPost deputy editor Phil Lewis and veteran educator Larry Knight are doing something about it.
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