A Lost Moment in American History: Paul Robeson v. Jackie Robinson and the Lessons
Paul Robeson. Photo: pbs.org Much of the battle for African-American equality during the 20th century was framed by critical debates…
By David Rosen
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When He Was King: Ali’s Come Back in ATL — A Lost Moment in American History
Press pass from Ali’s historic comeback bout. Image from www.bidami.com Auction site [From The Archives] Half a century ago, on…
Trump And GOP Promise To Maintain Diminishing “White Skin” Privilege
For the GOP “White base,” Donald Trump to the rescue? [Elections 2016] White skin privilege is deteriorating and this is…
The Night Josephine Baker Never Got Her Steak
Josephine Baker [Commentary: Race Matters] This one is from the archives. On Tuesday night, October 16, 1951, Josephine Baker, the…
Archives: New York City’s 1900 “Race Riot”
Mayor Robert Van Wyck; police just watched or joined in attacking Blacks [Op-Ed: History] In August 1900, New York was…
Rebellion Or Riots?: History Of Race- Based Confrontations In The United States
[Commentary] The most noteworthy aspect of the series of popular demonstrations in response to the police lynchings of African-Americans that…
Billie Holiday: Enduring Relevance Of “Strange Fruit” And The Story Behind It
Billie Holiday This year many celebrated the centennial of Billie Holiday’s birth. Innumerable tributes, news stories and celebratory concerts were…
Police Lynchings In The U.S. — A Long, Sad Story
There was outrage over non-indictment in killing of Brown, shown here; history of Police killings of unarmed Black men go…