NFL Black History in February for the World to See
Michael Roberson, For TheAfricanAmericanAthlete.com On the 12th day of Black History Month ...
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The ‘Hawk’: Hoops Icon And Hall Of Famer Connie Hawkins Dies At 75
Connie Hawkins takes it to the hoop against Wilt Chamberlain. A basketball icon has left ...
What Else Is New?: St. Louis Cop Who Killed Black Man Found Not Guilty
The cop who killed Anthony Lamar Smith in 2011 was found not guilty by a St. ...
Here Is A Stunning Performance By The Godfather To Kick Off Black Music Month
Music giants Luciano Pavarotti and the Godfather, James Brown. By Rickey Hampton, Editor and Founder of ...
The ‘Say Hey Kid’ Turns 87: The Great Willie Mays
The incomparable Willie Mays celebrates his 87th birthday on May 6. By Rickey Hampton, Editor and ...
Why Opioid Addicts Get Compassion, And Crack Addicts Don’t
Attorney Ekow Yankah By Rickey Hampton, Editor and Founder of The African-American Athlete When you ...
Richard Pryor Said It Best: When Blacks Seek Justice They Often Get ‘Just Us’
The great Richard Pryor often spoke of racial issues in America. The findings of a recent ...
Shannon Sharpe On The Challenges And Frustrations Black People Face
Take a look and listen as NFL hall of famer Shannon Sharpe explains the complexities of being black in America. ...
The Only Thing New About Police Violence Is Cell Phones
Malcolm X spoke out about police brutality in the '60s. For African-Americans, there has never been a time where the ...
Barkley’s Donation Begs The Question: Who’s Up Next?
Will Charles Barkley's financial gift to Alabama A&M inspire others to give to HBCUs? By Keisha Kelley, For The African-American ...
