Kendrick Lamar's special guest was none other than Compton's finest Serena Williams 🔥

70,000 people in a stadium yelling "a minor." Christ

They ain’t never going to invite us Black to the Super Bowl halftime. #blacksky

The Voice of a Movement Mahalia Jackson redefined gospel music, A key civil rights supporter, she sang at the 1963 March on Washington. During Dr. King’s speech, she urged, “Tell them about the dream, Martin!” inspiring him to go off-script and make history. #blacksky

I know that ain’t who I think it is, surely its not the same people who sent a letter to Dr. King urging him to kill himself. At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky

also, plan b’s medical name is levonorgestral. amazon sells multipack & they last up to 4 years when stored properly. stock up.

I know that ain’t who I think it is, surely its not the same people who sent a letter to Dr. King urging him to kill himself. At this point every MLK day just apologize. #blacksky

You Don't Really Know Dr. King In his "Letter from Birmingham Jail" He stated that the white moderates are worse than the Klan because while agreeing with your goals but they oppose your methods for change, and are far more concerned with order than with justice. #blacksky

Black Capitalism is still Capitalism

Happy Birthday Muhammad Ali Ali was the GOAT, but he was also an activist. After converting to Islam, he was banned from boxing and sentenced to 5 years in prison for refusing induction into the Army, his conviction was overturned, but he lost 4 years of his Boxing career #blacksky

'Change does not roll in on the wheels of inevitability, but comes through continuous struggle. And so we must straighten our backs and work for our freedom. A man can’t ride you unless your back is bent.' MLK Jr.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King "Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky Be more like Dr. King.

NAACP challenging Alabama’s anti-DEI policy www.chronicle.com/article/anti...

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Martin Luther King "Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase" #blacksky Be more like Dr. King.

A LA-based company that owns more than a dozen hospitals in four states filed for bankruptcy Prospect Medical relied on the value of their hospital real estate to help finance massive payouts for their private equity investors, diverting funds away from direct patient care

During the height of WWII, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion made history as an all-Black, all-female unit of the Women's Army Corps deployed overseas. #blacksky Their mission? To clear a massive backlog of undelivered mail for U.S. troops in Europe.

Please look at this baby capybara whose name is Tupi.

Creation of the SCLC On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky

Creation of the SCLC On Jan 10, 1957, Bayard Rustin brought 60 leaders to Ebenezer Church after the Montgomery bus boycott's success. He stressed the shift in power from legal battles to community action. They focused on voter registration and direct action to challenge segregation. #blacksky

On May 13, 1985, Philly police bombed MOVE's home, killing 11 and destroying 65 homes. This tragic event, known as the 1985 MOVE bombing, remains a tragic moment in Philadelphia's history. #blacksky onemicblackhistorypodcast.substack.com/p/the-1985-m...

There is no secret to success except hard work and getting something indefinable which we call "the breaks." -Countee Cullen Born May 30, 1903, Cullen was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Influenced by John Keats, he blended African American themes with European styles. #blacksky

On May 13, 1985, Philadelphia PD attempted to arrest members of the MOVE organization, over 500 officers besieged their house. As tensions escalated, police dropped a bomb on the house, igniting a fire that killed 11 people and, leaving 250 homeless. #blacksky

ABC, NBC & CBS dedicated about 16 minutes of airtime last night to the California wildfires without once mentioning climate change. Since the news failed do it's job, here's a short summary of the role of climate change and wildfire risk: www.noaa.gov/noaa-wildfir...

"People enter an evacuation zone to take selfie photos and videos near burning homes at the Eaton Fire on January 7, 2025 in Pasadena, California."

“If you are silent about your pain, they’ll kill you and say you enjoyed it.” -Zora Neale Hurston January 7, 1891 was Zora Neale Hurston's birthday and I thought this quote was better than any biography. #blacksky

But what does Ja Rule think? Where is Ja so I can make sense of all this.

“If you are silent about your pain, they’ll kill you and say you enjoyed it.” -Zora Neale Hurston January 7, 1891 was Zora Neale Hurston's birthday and I thought this quote was better than any biography. #blacksky

Today in History, Mamie Till Passed away After her son Emmett Till's brutal murder in 1955, The open-casket funeral and images published in Jet Magazine galvanized the Movement. Despite no justice in court, her advocacy inspired many, fueling actions like Rosa Parks’ later that year. #blacksky

Today in History, Mamie Till Passed away After her son Emmett Till's brutal murder in 1955, The open-casket funeral and images published in Jet Magazine galvanized the Movement. Despite no justice in court, her advocacy inspired many, fueling actions like Rosa Parks’ later that year. #blacksky

Charity Adams Born Dec. 5, 1918 in NC, She became the highest-ranking Black female officer in WWII. She led the 6888th Central Postal Battalion in Europe clearing mail backlogs. Post-war, she earned a master's, championed education, and activism. Fort Gregg-Adams now honors her legacy #blacksky

Charity Adams Born Dec. 5, 1918 in NC, She became the highest-ranking Black female officer in WWII. She led the 6888th Central Postal Battalion in Europe clearing mail backlogs. Post-war, she earned a master's, championed education, and activism. Fort Gregg-Adams now honors her legacy #blacksky

Happy Birthday, Jean-Michel Basquiat! Born in 1960, he rose from Brooklyn to international fame. Without formal training, blending graffiti, symbols and pop culture in his art. Despite his talent, a drug addict led to his death at just 27. His legacy in the art world endures. #blacksky

In 1971, a burglary at a Philadelphia FBI office exposed COINTELPRO. After public investigations, J. Edgar Hoover claimed the centralized program would end but admitted similar actions would continue case by case. #blacksky They never promised to stop; we just assumed they did after the exposure.

Black Santa The concept of a Black Santa emerged in the 19th century with "Blackface Santas," where white performers in blackface mimicked Black people dressed as Santa. By the 20th century, Black Americans reclaimed the idea, advocating for positive representation. #blacksky youtu.be/djpDxFBiB10

Black Santa The concept of a Black Santa emerged in the 19th century with "Blackface Santas," where white performers in blackface mimicked Black people dressed as Santa. By the 20th century, Black Americans reclaimed the idea, advocating for positive representation. #blacksky youtu.be/djpDxFBiB10

Happy Birthday, Carter G Woodson Born in 1875, the founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History in 1915. He initiated Negro History and Literature Week in 1924, which became Negro History Week in 1926, and eventually evolved into Black History Month by 1976. #blacksky

The First Computers Annie J. Easley was Born in 1933 in Alabama, In 1955 she joined NACA as a "human computer" She became a pioneer in computer science and contributed to many NASA projects. A STEM advocate, she inspired many and addressed discrimination at NASA during her 34 year career. #blacksky

First Black Town In 1836, Free Frank McWorter founded New Philadelphia, Illinois, the first Black-registered town in the US. He established an integrated community, that was even a stop on the Underground Railroad. The town thrived until around 1869 but by 1885, it was mostly gone. #blacksky

First Black Town In 1836, Free Frank McWorter founded New Philadelphia, Illinois, the first Black-registered town in the US. He established an integrated community, that was even a stop on the Underground Railroad. The town thrived until around 1869 but by 1885, it was mostly gone. #blacksky

Banana pudding Its origins date to the late 19th century, coming a Southern classic post WWII but it was Black cooks that perfected the mix of ripe bananas, custards, and vanilla wafers, making it a staple at gatherings. By the late 20th century, it was a key Black American social treat. #blacksky

Born in Norfolk, Va.

The Black Five In the early 1900s, Black basketball players formed their own teams, known as the "Black Fives" due to segregation. These teams turned games into social events. Pioneering teams like the Harlem Globetrotters broke racial barriers paving the way for basketball integration. #blacksky

Happy Birthday, Ella Baker Born in 1903, Ella Baker was a key figure in the Movement. She co-founded the Young Negroes Cooperative League, the SCLC, and the SNCC and worked with the NAACP inspiring activists everywhere. She dedicated her life to equality until her passing in 1986. #blacksky

The Black Five In the early 1900s, Black basketball players formed their own teams, known as the "Black Fives" due to segregation. These teams turned games into social events. Pioneering teams like the Harlem Globetrotters broke racial barriers paving the way for basketball integration. #blacksky

Happy Birthday, Big Mama Thornton born in 1926 Alabama, was a powerhouse in blues, R&B, and rock and roll, inspiring artists like Elvis and Janis Joplin. Known for "Hound Dog" and "Ball and Chain," She was posthumously honored in 2024 with a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. #blacksky

Rest in Power, Nikki Giovanni “Because I love you, I get least of you. I get the very minimum” This is one of my favorite quotes of all time. Make sure you are not giving your loved ones the very least of you. #blacksky

Rest in Power, Nikki Giovanni “Because I love you, I get least of you. I get the very minimum” This is one of my favorite quotes of all time. Make sure you are not giving your loved ones the very least of you. #blacksky

Black Santa The idea of a Black Santa emerged during the movement but it has deeper roots. In the 19th century, “Blackface Santas” were created to mocked and harass Black people. By the 20th century, Black communities reclaimed Black Santa, promoting representation for Black children. #blacksky

Black Santa The idea of a Black Santa emerged during the movement but it has deeper roots. In the 19th century, “Blackface Santas” were created to mocked and harass Black people. By the 20th century, Black communities reclaimed Black Santa, promoting representation for Black children. #blacksky

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