Carter G. Woodson is widely celebrated as the Father of Black History, a title he earns through his foundational work in establishing Negro History Week, which eventually grew into Black History Month. This initiative transformed how America reflects on its past.

The struggle over what is taught in schools often reflects deeper societal conflicts about power, identity, and control. From the anti-literacy laws of the 1800s, which aimed to keep enslaved Black people from reading to today's debates over Critical Race Theory (CRT) and book bans, the fight for knowledge has always been connected to the fight for freedom.

Most U.S. history textbooks present a sanitized, simplified version of the past, one that often glosses over or outright erases the voices of ordinary people. Instead of telling the full story of struggle, resistance, and resilience, these narratives tend to focus on political leaders, wars, and economic milestones, while leaving out the stories that truly shape our society.

The story of the Civil War is often presented as a simple conflict between freedom and oppression. While it is undeniable that the war aimed to end the horrific practice of slavery, it is crucial to recognize a significant truth: the conflict did not provide reparations to the descendants of enslaved individuals.

Henry Louis Gates Jr. has devoted his life to shining a light on the vast and often overlooked narratives of Black history. His...

The recent release of over 230,000 pages of documents related to Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination has ignited conversations about transparency, justice, and government narratives.

In 1962, one man's bravery changed the course of American education and civil rights. James Meredith, an African American U.S. Air Force veteran, made history as the first Black student to attend the University of Mississippi, known as Ole Miss.

Critical Race Theory (CRT) has become a significant topic of discussion, igniting passionate debates and legislative actions across the United States in recent years. But what exactly is CRT, and why do some people view it as a threat?

In this post, we will look at the reasons behind this complicated language, how it affects people seeking justice, and steps we can take to create a more inclusive legal environment.

This seemingly minor clause created a massive loophole that has been exploited throughout American history. And that loophole was weaponized in ways that have perpetuated systems of oppression and exploitation long after the formal abolition of slavery.

Black education in America has long been a crucial act of resistance and empowerment.

The history of slave codes in the American colonies and southern states is a stark reminder of a painful past.

The legacy of Greenwood is full of both incredible achievements and heart-wrenching tragedies.

Sarah G. Bagley, who took groundbreaking steps in telecommunications by becoming America’s first female telegraph operator in 1850.

This initiative has the potential to reshape our political landscape in significant ways, impacting elections & global relationships.

Various social issues like reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights, racial equity, & immigration policies are shifting into critical focus.

A key trend within the Republican Party is the centralization of authority.

we’re diving into some policy proposals under Project 2025 that might raise some eyebrows.

Project 2025, focusing specifically on voter suppression and its impact on Black and Brown communities

Nat Turner, an enslaved preacher born in 1800, believed he was chosen by a higher power to lead his people to freedom.