Biden Pardons Freedom Fighters Marcus Garvey and Leonard Peltier

Justice Delayed or Justice Denied?

President Biden’s decision to issue pardons to Marcus Garvey and Leonard Peltier carries profound significance, historically and in contemporary social justice movements. These pardons address long-standing grievances and highlight the ongoing struggle for racial and indigenous rights in the United States. read more

Trump Rescinds Fifty-Year-Old Civil Rights Order

Will America Return to a Majority White Male Workforce?

President Trump’s decision to rescind Executive Order 11246, initially signed by President Lyndon Baines Johnson in September 1965, has significant implications for the ability of Black, Asian, and immigrant individuals to receive fair consideration for jobs in the federal government. This executive order was a cornerstone of affirmative action policies, promoting equal employment opportunities and preventing discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. read more

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde Plea for Mercy

Trump Predictablely Resorts to Gutter Politics

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde’s plea to President Trump and his subsequent response highlight a stark contrast in perspectives and priorities, particularly regarding compassion and justice.

Bishop Budde’s Plea for Mercy

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, the Episcopal Bishop of Washington, D. C., delivered an impassioned plea during a sermon at the National Cathedral’s interfaith Service of Prayer for the Nation. Her message was clear: she called on President Trump to show mercy to marginalized communities, including immigrants and LGBTQ+ individuals. Budde emphasized the fear and uncertainty these groups face, urging the president to consider their humanity and contributions to society. read more

Impact of Trump Pardons on US Justice System

Can the American Criminal Justice System Survive?

President Trump’s recent pardons of individuals involved in the January 6th Capitol riot have sparked significant debate and concern regarding their impact on the American criminal justice system. These pardons, granted to over 1,500 individuals, including those convicted of violent acts against law enforcement, have profound implications for the rule of law and the perception of justice in the United States. read more

Pete Hegseth Conflate Equity and Equality During Senate Hearing

What is the Difference between Equity and Equality?

During his Senate confirmation hearing on January 14, 2025, Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense Secretary, expressed his views on equity and equality. Hegseth argued that modern diversity and inclusion policies “divide” current troops and do not prioritize “meritocracy.” He emphasized that the military should focus on “lethality, meritocracy, standards, and readiness.” Hegseth’s comments were part of a broader discussion of his stance against what he called “woke” culture in the military. read more

A Tribute to Former President Jimmy Carter

A Moral Compass for the American Presidency

On December 29, 2024, the world bid farewell to a remarkable leader and humanitarian, former President Jimmy Carter. Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Carter’s life was a testament to the power of compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication to public service. As we reflect on his extraordinary journey, we celebrate the legacy of a man who left an indelible mark on the world. read more

Reflecting on 2024 and Embracing 2025

The Past is the Present

As we bid farewell to 2024, it is a time for reflection, gratitude, and anticipation. The past year has been a tapestry of experiences, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped us profoundly. As we stand on the threshold of a new year, it is essential to look back on the lessons learned and the moments cherished while also setting our sights on the opportunities and possibilities that 2025 holds. read more

A Merry Christmas Greeting 2024

And a Happy New Year

In 2024, I was hospitalized for the first time in my adult life. Except for my birth in the mid-20th century and a football injury fifteen years later, I had escaped medical center America. An excellent team of doctors and nurses, writing prescriptions and bringing pills and needles, sent me home to contemplate the remaining of my life after a ten-day stay. read more

Author Harold Michael Harvey Poised to Win Book Awards

Watch Night and Fantasy Five Up for Prestigious Indie Book Awards

This week, I received confirmation that two of my recent books, Watch Night and Fantasy Five, are up for the prestigious Indie Book Awards. I’m honored and humbled beyond belief.

Watch Night is being considered for the 2025 Illumination Book Awards and Fantasy Five for the 2025 IPPY Awards in the historical and southeast regional non-fiction categories. read more

Going Home to Tuskegee University, A Familiar Place

To Celebrate 100 Years of Homecoming

Albert Murray, the internationally acclaimed Black intellectual of the 20th century and a writer trained at Tuskegee Institute in the 1940s, wrote that the comforting thing about returning to your roots is that you are “going home to a familiar place.”

Yesterday, I returned home to a familiar place in East Alabama to celebrate the 100th homecoming celebration at Tuskegee University, that “Pride of the South,” which lifted the veil of ignorance inflicted by White society from the face of former enslaved Africans in the United States. read more