Everyday we are reminded that the universe takes care of even the smallest of us.The spirit of Frederick Douglass frames Black struggle in the 21st century.We bid farewell to Michael Jackson and pray that his soul is at rest.This summer, June 10 through July 12, Shakespeare in the Park brings us Twelfth Night.It's time for the President to take a stand on health care reform.We honor the memory of Michael Jackson for what he meant to our community.The Republican Party's exploits are like an R. Kelly music video, only juicier.The recent Supreme Court decision preserves voting protections.George Fraser stands alone for his ability to connect people to achieve success.He is no longer with me but the lessons he imparted define my life.We need to celebrate high school graduation as a momentous achievement.Sonia Sotomayor's pride in her gender and ethnic identity is more than defensible.The decline of the auto industry also marks cultural change.The attack at the Holocaust Museum proves the need to eradicate racists.Let's throw our support behind Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor.Conservatives in the GOP seek to distort debate on Sotomayor.President pursues a Middle East agenda forged by truth and common sense.Finally, the victims of Hurricane Katrina are being offered real help.President has managed to back Republicans in a corner with Court pick.The shooting of a Black, off-duty NYC police officer raises questions.President Obama has made a wise choice in his nomination of Judge Sotomayor.Remembering the contributions of Blacks in our Armed Forces.Reaction to Walter Fields' critique of Yates family proves the point.Recalling the life and contributions of El Hajj Malik El-Shabazz.Arizona State University's snub of President Obama is an insult.The Yates family thought their son was fighting a war ended long ago.Race based remedies are not only valid but a necessity to promote equity.They have declared war on our community. Laura provides another example of how some are clueless regarding racism.The Motor City is symbolic of our nation's failure to help cities.The president's lack of boldness on jobs may imperil Democrats at midterm.The U.S. Senate again fails to do right by the nation's Black farmers.We need a bit of Abbey Lincoln's sensibility to get our bearings.We must take a strong stand against the wave of anti-Islam fervor.Questions to ponder over Wyclef's presidential aspirations in Haiti.August 29 markes the fifth anniversary of the Hurricane Katrina disaster.The Secretary of Education announces new education initiative.The Shirley Sherrod incident is a tale of race and redemption.Race made headlines, but just as important is economic progress.The National Urban League prepares for its centennial celebration.After much delay, the Senate finally acted on financial reform.Once again, our nation's dirty little secret comes out the closet.We need a return to organizations that made our community the priority.The LeBron James circus is over, for now. Mutuality is a must in fundraising.Republicans have fully embraced hate as their political brand.Income Inequality: A domestic crisis on the world’s stage.When Black people die, they are simply statistics devoid of a life story.Society prefers its Black men to be docile and intimidated.You must invest time to realize returns on fundraising efforts.Reforming school discipline policies to create a fair system.Here are three tips to realize fundraising success.A new mayor for New York City with a promise of progressive change.We need to take serious the sense of worthlessness among youth.As we welcome 2014, a look back at our top 10 events of 2013.Get ready for fundraising success in 2014 by reflecting on 2013.Symbols have a way of driving and sustaining inequities.Mandela’s death should make us examine our commitment to freedom.Pope Francis joins calls to end economic inequality.Part one of our two-part look back at fundraising in 2013.The passing of Mandela and the unfinished freedom struggle in South Africa.Playwright Mona Washington takes a creative look at gun violence.The National Civil Rights Museum, a fundraising success story.President’s focus comes late in the game and may be too late to matter.What would Republicans do on health care if they were in the White House?Obamacare is a new tool to fight AIDS in the Black community.How do you account for your organization's fundraising?Senate Democrats eliminate a weapon of mass obstruction.12 Years a Slave: A harsh truth we dare not forget.Consider the power of words and their impact on success.The absurdity of defending the Washington NFL franchise name.Mona Washington on the absurdity of news coverage of Philippine disaster.Remember Trayvon Martin by boycotting the state of Florida.From gridiron to the workplace, we are becoming a nation of bullies.The evil lurking inside an NFL locker room is exposed.Nonprofit organizations need to discuss retirement benefits and planning.Race and income affect parent engagement and student achievement.Buono, Clinton two examples of strange twists of gender & partisan politics.We need Black corporate executives to invest in Black colleges.The trick has been on Blacks for some time; we mustn’t be spooked.Former NBA star’s embrace of governor is Pyrrhic victory.Sounding the alarm for our nation's historically Black colleges.Encouraging support for our nation's Veterans' Homes.State again treats its politics like a three-ring circus.Football team’s courageous stand should be a wake-up call to states.Not-for-profit organizations need to avoid fundraising in a crisis.Washington's NFL football team should drop the "R" word.A fearful white minority is attempting to create a permanent ruling class.Dr.