The Origin of Saint Patrick’s Day

Saint Patrick’s Day has been observed since 1601, exalting the patron Saint Patrick and celebrating the infusion of Christianity and Celtic traditions.  The Patron Saint of Ireland Saint Patrick was born in 385 to a wealthy family in Great Britain. At age 16, Irish raiders kidnapped St. Patrick from his… Continue reading

Shocking History of Valentine’s Day

Known for chocolates, roses, and Hallmark cards, Valentine’s Day is a day to spend with your special someone. Whatever your opinions may be, the holiday is not foreign to any of us. In a society where school children give a Valentine to their classmates, Valentine’s Day will always be a… Continue reading

The Chicago Defender

The Black Press nationalized the plights of African Americans, while simultaneously centralizing black thoughts and improving the conditions of African Americans. Black History Journalism being accessible to African Americans played a significant part in the evolution of them being looked at as second-rate citizens to first class citizens. The Freedom’s… Continue reading

Revisiting the Watts Riots of August 1965 and the Reason your Vote Matters

Public opinion does matter and your vote does, too. Years of struggle have gone into establishing freedom of expression for Americans, especially black people. Today, most African Americans are still struggling with their identity and a right to their native land in the United States of America. African Americans have… Continue reading