Nearly half of the marriages in the African-American community end in divorce. It is very disappointing that getting married is almost like flipping a coin. Divorce causes so many young people to grow up without a true family unit. This fosters the development of unruly behavior and attitudes among children. If it is not correctedContinue reading “Growing Up with Divorced Parents “
Author Archives: Aaron W. Majette
What Was the Organization of Afro-American Unity?
In Malcolm X’s speech at the founding rally of the Organization of Afro-American Unity (OAAU), he recalls his recent departure from the Nation Of Islam, and his pilgrimage to Mecca. During his speech, he strongly emphasized the importance of uniting with other Afro-Americans of the Americas. Malcolm X wanted to be different from the NAACP,Continue reading “What Was the Organization of Afro-American Unity?”
Examining How the Media Covers Plane Crashes
An airplane taking off. (Free Stock Image) After a mid-air collision between a Blackhawk helicopter and commercial aircraft killed 67 people and shut down air traffic near Reagan National Airport earlier this year, the increased interest in plane crashes caused a surge in media coverage. Subsequent news stories about plane crashes and botched landings acrossContinue reading “Examining How the Media Covers Plane Crashes”
Why Latino Voters Supported President Donald Trump
Border patrol agents escort migrants they apprehended in Juarez, Mexico (Photo Courtesy of ABC News) During his first days as president, Donald Trump is already issuing blatantly unconstitutional executive orders like the termination of birthright citizenship. He is saying that if a child from immigrants is born on U.S. soil, then they will not becomeContinue reading “Why Latino Voters Supported President Donald Trump”
How Redlining Increases the Devastation in Black Communities
Hurricane Helene left widespread flooding in Georgia on September 26-27 2024. (Photo courtesy of Surfrider.org) On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene, a category 4 hurricane, claimed 230 lives in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. This devastated the Black communities most, making it the deadliest mainland hurricane since Katrina of 2005. ManyContinue reading “How Redlining Increases the Devastation in Black Communities”
Dynamite and How Construction Workers Deserve Respect
Construction workers get backlash from the people who think construction workers have a poor education. However, this is not true because they have to learn the science behind dynamite and train on how to use it safely.
A Ceasefire Doesn’t Only Impact Gaza
PHOTO: Houthis rebels in Yemen (SkyNews) Aboard the USS MASON in the Red Sea, naval officers sit packed in a windowless room ready and waiting to attack missiles or drones fired by Houthis. A fleet of U.S. Navy ships are protecting commercial and military vessels along the Red Sea from the Iranian-backed group. The HouthisContinue reading “A Ceasefire Doesn’t Only Impact Gaza”
Why We Should Ban Books More Often
Photo courtesy of Reddit.com A book ban is a form of censorship that occurs when private individuals, government officials, or organizations remove books from libraries, school reading lists, or bookstore shelves because they object to their content, ideas, or themes. Throughout the United States, white parents are complaining about books that explain what happened toContinue reading “Why We Should Ban Books More Often”
How Teen Curfews Keep Teens out of Trouble
Photo courtesy of Sachsecnews.com Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks implemented a 30-day curfew in September of 2022 due to 24 homicides in August. The curfew barred children 16 and younger from being out without parental supervision from 10pm-5am on Sunday through Thursday, and 11:59 pm to 5 am on Friday through Saturday. According toContinue reading “How Teen Curfews Keep Teens out of Trouble”
Why You Should Take Care of Classic Cars
A classic Mustang (Photo taken from bing.com) A classic car is a vehicle that usually has to be over 25 years old, and in most cases, is restored. It can also be called an antique or a vintage car. Classic cars are discontinued, but of considerable value. They are more valuable than new cars becauseContinue reading “Why You Should Take Care of Classic Cars”
The Watoto Speak! 