Why I preach to the choir

Several people have asked me why I spend so much time and energy on this column, which is read mainly (if not exclusively) by people who already share my views and values.

Joe Biden's campaign could use some star power. Paging Taylor Swift?

President Joe Biden’s team looks to Taylor Swift for a touchdown. Considering the obvious ability that pop star Taylor Swift and her NFL star boyfriend, Travis Kelce, have shown for stealing the limelight, it comes as little surprise that, without even trying, they have generated their own conspiracy theory, too.

Fearless Fund continues the fight against Defenders of White Supremacy

“Honestly, I actually have the same belief as the plaintiff. I would like a world where race-based things do not matter.

Let's Celebrate Our Heritage

Black History Month is when we (African Americans) tell who we are as individuals and as a race.

Are Americans financially educated on retirement savings?

Financial education helps people learn about savings, credit, and loans.

Pennsylvania governor seeks billions for schools and development in budget that envisions legal weed

Governor Josh Shapiro presented his 2024-25 budget proposal to the General Assembly and to the people of Pennsylvania - sharing his 'get stuff done' approach and vision to create more opportunity and continue deliveringreal solutions to the most pressing issues Pennsylvanians face. By prioritizing economic opportunity and access to higher education, making historic investments in public education, supporting law enforcement and public safety, ensuring people receive the care they need, and funding critical initiatives to help Pennsylvanians from our cities to our farmlands - this budget will deliver real results for the Commonwealth.

Two Notable Alumnae Named WCU's 2024 Drum Majors for Justice

At the West Chester University Martin Luther King Jr. Brunch on January 26, 2024, two highly accomplished alumnae were recognized as Drum Majors for Justice.

Oneness of the Blacks and the Power of Images

The second powerful image on the cover of Oneness of the Blacks is that of the Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey.

Republicans seek to gain by dividing Americans

Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott is openly defying a Supreme Court ruling that confirms what was already well established: the federal government is in charge of our borders.

Drive 'n Drop Shoe Event

Join True Light Fellowship Church on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm for their Drive ‘n Drop Shoe fundraiser.

Urgent need to address health equity at intersection of American Heart Month and Black History Month 2024

Black Americans have the highest incidence of cardiac arrest outside of the hospital and are significantly less likely to survive.[1]

An up close look at how the City Commissioners Office operates

Just a few weeks ago, it was announced that there will be a new Chair for the Philadelphia City Commissioners, Commissioner Omar Sabir.

African Genius and Originality

Over the years, I have shared information about the accomplishments of Africans that largely go unrecognized and overlooked due to a deliberate campaign to suppress, obfuscate, and ignore African people and our history.

The Child Tax Credit: Moving Forward

On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan tax package that included elements of the historic 2021 Child Tax Credit (CTC) expansion.

School District of Philadelphia Leadership delivers Inaugural State of Public Education Address

January 30, 2024—School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony B. Watlington, Sr., Ed.D., delivered the first State of Public Education address.

Prisoners in the US are part of a hidden workforce linked to hundreds of popular food brands (pt. 2)

Calvin Thomas, who spent more than 17 years at Angola, said anyone who refused to work, didn’t produce enough, or just stepped outside the long straight rows knew there would be consequences.

A Bible kind of LOVE

First, we must love GOD.

Help someone you love apply for social security and more

Sharing is caring. This Valentine’s Day, take time to remind your loved ones that Social Security helps people in all stages of life.

I got a New Attitude

Lord, You Are Our God, Our Maker, And  Our Father. We Ask That You Give Us On This Day, A New Way Of  Thinking, Talking And Walking. Yes, Give Us A  New Attitude. Amen.

In America, Crime Doesn't Pay

For those of you who may be new readers of the SCOOP USA Newspaper and see this column with the headline “Civics 101,” you may wonder, what’s this column all about? The purpose described to me by our Publisher and owner of the SCOOP, Sherri Darden, is to share information with our readers about what it is to be a good citizen and why it’s important to try and live your life in a civic-minded way.

The African-American Medical and Mental Health Practitioner Directory where the preferred color of health care is BLACK

AFAMOASIS.COM is the name of The AFrican- AMerican Oasis Medical and Mental Health Practitioner Directory that is a product of AFAM OASIS, LLC, created as a search and showcase medium of African-American Health professionals in their diverse fields.

Four tips to celebrate Valentine's Day with a loved one living with Dementia

February 7, 2024—Valentine’s Day can create challenges for relationships in which a loved one has dementia. Because of the illness, they cannot express themselves or remember things as they did before.

Sunday Best "Sneaker Ball" Gala

The South Jersey Ecclesiastic Church of God In Christ held its annual event to support the members of its Youth Department by having a Sneaker Ball Gala at Paris Catering on February 11.

From football to the big screen: Apollo Creed star passes in sleep

Young folks may know him from his key role as Greef Karga on the Disney+ \"Star Wars\" series \"The Mandalorian,\" Carl Weathers, who appeared in all three seasons, passed on February 1, 2024. His family reported he died peacefully in his sleep.

The Transformational Coach Rediscovering Your Voice: A Journey to Authentic Self-Expression

In the noise and chaos of life, it's easy to lose sight of our own authentic voice amidst the expectations and influences of the world around us.

How to Avoid Foreclosure on your Property

A foreclosure is a legal process in which a mortgage lender or lienholder attempts to recover the balance of a loan or debt from someone who has stopped making payments by forcing the sale of the asset used as the collateral for the loan or on which a lien has been placed.

America must choose - Aging man with bad recall or the one with evil intentions

Your choices, America, are as follows: Either you vote for “a sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory” (words of the recent special counsel report on Biden). Or you can take what’s behind door number two: an equally aging and most certainly not well-meaning man with little grasp on reality or of truth.

Economic gloominess in spite of upbeat data also affects immigration debate

When we think about the economy, it’s not just numbers that matter.

NFL's head coaching ranks starting to look a little more like the league they lead

“It's hard to tell what if any, trends will emerge from this hiring cycle. Maybe the emphasis on diverse candidates will continue. Maybe team owners have opened their minds to defensive-minded coaches. Perhaps the ‘leader of men’ model will continue. Nothing has been solved, per se. But there's cautious optimism the league is in a place to grow from here.” – Jonathan Jones, CBS Sports

Biden v. Trump, the reality is clear

Amid the press frenzy about Joe Biden’s age and mental acuity, it is worth remembering one thing.