Perspectives
Press freedoms under assault
According to the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, there are certain “rights” afforded to the American people. The First Amendment is supposed to...
Using a public platform for good
The days of “shut up and dribble” or “shut up and play” often aimed at Black athletes is unfortunately still alive and well. Azeez...
Every nation has a fixed and limited term, including America
This year will mark the 250th birthday (Semiquincentennial) of the United States of America, which will commemorate the signing of the Declaration of Independence...
U.S. attempts economic warfare in Iran
The Islamic Republic of Iran has always been a target of the United States and Israel. Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, when followers of...
Unapologetically Black and bold in pointing out America’s hypocrisy
The wit and satirical, tongue-in-cheek genius of comedian Dave Chappelle is undeniable. His uncanny ability to make an audience think and laugh while he...
Believe and do good to yourself for your health
Throughout the Holy Qur’an, you will see the phrase, “believe and do good.” For example, in Surah (chapter) 2, Ayat (verse) 82, it says,...
A new year and the lull before the storm
As we approach a new year, it is a time for reflection, introspection, and Insha’Allah (God-Willing), doing so affords us a blessed opportunity to...
Miseducation in the killing fields
For decades, the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan has referred to public schools as the “killing fields,” particularly for Black boys. Some may...
Combating America’s Depopulation Plan: We Must Learn ‘How To Eat To Live’
Zbigniew Brzezinski said, “It is easier to kill a million people today than to control a million people.” And while at the same time...
When the police stopped my son: A Black mother’s truth about America’s climate
by Dedra Muhammad - Guest Columnist December 13, the police stopped my son. It was not just one police car. They called for backup before...