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Beyond Anger: Embracing Compassion and Reflection After Charlie Kirk's Passing
About: Beyond Anger: Embracing Compassion and Reflection After Charlie Kirk's Passing, By Lena Fields-Arnold 22 September 2025
In the wake of Charlie Kirk's passing, the article encourages embracing compassion and reflection instead of anger. It also emphasizes the importance of acknowledging significant historical accounts of Black American citizens that deserve attention and understanding.

Lena Fields-Arnold
Sep 24, 202518 min read


Behind the Wheel and Beyond the Shadows: Unraveling the Tragedy of Missing Black Men in Sundown Towns
This investigative report delves into the alarming trend of missing Black truck drivers in the United States, particularly in areas known as "sundown towns," where historical racial exclusion persists. It highlights systemic inequities, media polarization, and grassroots efforts by communities of color to advocate for greater awareness and justice for those whose cases often go overlooked.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Sep 23, 20256 min read


A Choice for Tomorrow: Navigating Values in an Era of Violence
Title: A Choice for Tomorrow: Navigating Values in an Era of Violence: By James Jerome Hankins About: The content discusses the complex interplay of gun rights and moral values in America, urging a call to action for individuals to consider the impact of these issues on future generations.

James Jerome Hankin
Sep 8, 20252 min read


Broken Promises: How Systemic Racism and Economic Divestment Endanger Black Children in America
This investigative report from Echo Press exposes how systemic racism, economic divestment, and institutional failures continue to endanger Black children in America. By examining the interconnected impacts of poverty, foster care, and mass incarceration, the report calls for urgent reforms to protect and empower Black families.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Sep 3, 20256 min read


The Gathering Storm: How China's SCO Homecoming Coalition Redefines Global Power Internationally
"The Gathering Storm: How China's SCO Homecoming Coalition Redefines Global Power" offers a penetrating political analysis of China's diplomatic strategy and the shifting landscape of global alliances.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Aug 31, 20253 min read


Breaking the Cycle: Addressing the Criminalization of Black Children in America with Kristin Henning's Book "The Rage of Innocence: How America Criminalizes Black Youth."
This report encourages Black families to unite in protecting and advocating for Black American children, featuring insights from Kristin Henning’s interview on the criminalization of Black youth and the urgent need for social justice.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Aug 22, 20252 min read


"Born Again Slave Syndrome (B.A.S.S.)" Hypothesis
This article introduces the concept of "Born Again Slave Syndrome (B.A.S.S.)," a hypothesis examining how generational trauma from slavery may lead some influential or educated Black Americans to adopt beliefs aligned with White supremacist ideologies unconsciously. By exploring the psychological legacy of slavery, the piece highlights the importance of recognizing these patterns to foster healing and empowerment within the Black community.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Aug 20, 20256 min read


Echo News TV, LLC, Expresses Outrage Over Obstruction of Congressman Justin Jones
Echo News TV, LLC condemns the exclusion of Congressman Justin Jones from a public hearing, highlighting the racial bias and discrimination that undermines democracy. The commentary calls for accountability against corporate interests that prioritize profit over the needs of Tennessee communities and emphasizes the need for equitable treatment for all citizens.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Aug 1, 20252 min read


Stand Up & Fight Back: The Urgent Lesson From Jada McPhersons' Brutal Assault By Non-Blacks in Queens N.Y.
Recent reports highlight ongoing racial tensions and systemic discrimination, exemplified by incidents involving Jada McPherson, a Black woman who faced racial hostility in her neighborhood, and Black workers in California warehouses who experienced discrimination from Latino colleagues. These cases illustrate the persistent challenges that Black individuals face in both public and workplace environments due to racial animus.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jul 15, 20255 min read


The Rising Tide of Climate Activism: A Call for Urgent Action
A powerful wave of climate activism is sweeping across the globe, with thousands protesting for urgent governmental action in response to alarming warnings from the IPCC about rising global temperatures. Activists emphasize the need for sustained engagement and accountability from leaders to implement meaningful policies that protect the environment amidst increasing climate crises.

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jul 11, 20252 min read


Social Justice Article: A Criminal's Justice - Norman Reid Fighting Against the Odds
Norman Reid's case highlights the systemic failures and racial biases within New Jersey's criminal justice system, where he has spent nearly three decades in prison due to judicial errors and unconstitutional sentencing. Convicted of aggravated manslaughter in 1997, Reid's sentence of 30 years to life was based on a misinterpretation of his prior minor convictions and a disregard for legal precedents like Apprendi v. New Jersey and Blakely v. Washington, which mandate jury in

Umar Muhajjir
Jul 9, 20255 min read


New Jersey Governor Candidates Clash Over U.S. Strike on Iran
New Jersey gubernatorial candidates Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli have sharply diverging views on President Trump's military strikes against Iran, with Ciattarelli supporting the action as a necessary step to prevent a nuclear threat, while Sherrill criticizes it for lacking congressional authorization and advocates for a diplomatic approach. The ongoing debate highlights significant concerns about military action and its implications for U.S. foreign policy as the elec

Karen Brittingham-Edmond
Jun 24, 20253 min read
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