The Living, Who Refuse to Join The Walking Dead (BALTIMORE – August 3, 2025) – Not another roundtable of buzzwords.Not another staged press conference with no follow-through.Not another sanitized statement while the streets cry out for real change. Baltimore doesn’t need more lip service.We need truth.We need action.We need leaders willing to face the wreckage—without hiding behind talking points. Let’s be clear: This is no longer about how addiction started.We know the history—crack, pills, poverty, trauma, abandonment.We’ve read the reports, seen the documentaries, and lived the aftermath. Now the question is: What are you going to do about it? Because…

(BALTIMORE – July 23, 2025) – If we’re serious about building a New Baltimore—one that is just, sustainable, and genuinely inclusive—we must commit to a vision that marries economic development with grassroots political power. That means understanding a critical truth: business innovation and community activism are not opposites—they are allies. We often praise the developers, CEOs, and institutional leaders who are shaping the skyline and economy of our city. Names like Otis Rolley, Mark Anthony Thomas, Shelonda Stokes, and David Bramble are rightly applauded for their leadership and bold business moves. They are the dealmakers ushering in the future. But there’s…

(BALTIMORE – July 9, 2025) – I ran for the school board to bring an underrepresented voice into the rooms where decisions are made. As a School Board Commissioner for Baltimore City Public Schools, I have seen firsthand how strong community partnerships can create a meaningful impact. These relationships help build trust and bring people together. Early in my term, I realized that passion alone would not be enough. To advocate effectively for students and families, I needed to grow as a leader and pursue professional development. I am committed to learning more about governance, goal setting, and the tools…

(BALTIMORE – July 2, 2025) – This award is not mine alone. I stand here on the shoulders of giants visionaries, disruptors, and community leaders who dared to believe that Baltimore could be more. People who worked not for applause, but for impact. People who built pathways so the rest of us could walk and now run with purpose. Baltimore is a city of brilliance and grit, of struggle and resurgence. The work we’re doing whether it’s bridging the digital divide, expanding economic opportunity, or reimagining access to power isn’t just policy or programming. It’s personal! It’s about rewriting narratives.…

(BALTIMORE – June 21, 2025) – This week reminded us why Black media is not a luxury — it’s a necessity. The Baltimore Banner published a story that cast a dark cloud over one of Baltimore’s most committed public servants, State Senator Cory McCray. The headline alone — “A state senator aided a disgraced developer’s ‘affordable’ East Baltimore project” — was designed to provoke doubt, stir suspicion, and chip away at the integrity of a man who has spent his entire career fighting for East Baltimore. But this isn’t just about Cory McCray. It’s about narrative power. It’s about who…

Maryland Reparations Bill: How Corporate Slavery Wealth Influenced Wes Moore’s Veto

(BALTIMORE – May 8, 2025) – America has a problem with young people, and I’m increasingly frustrated with it. From mall curfews to over-policed parks and hyper-punitive school environments, the message we’re sending is painfully clear: “We don’t trust your presence.” This sentiment is indisputably dangerous—any culture that pushes its youth to the margins is destined for decline. I’m genuinely baffled by the unchecked belief that young people are inherently problematic or danger-prone. Even worse is the assumption that the adults in their lives will automatically serve as reliable “menace mediators.” The facts don’t support this narrative. Adults over the…

(TULSA – February 24, 2025) – I’m currently researching the financial positions of major Black organizations—including the NAACP, Urban League, NSBE, NPHC organizations, NBMBAA, UNCF, and others—as well as HBCU endowments. My intent isn’t to be confrontational; rather, this is an offer to help. Many people in leadership roles may not fully grasp the broader systemic challenges at play, and it’s important to recognize that these financial struggles aren’t isolated to individual organizations. The reality is that resources are limited, underscoring the need for reparations. However, even without them, there’s a lot we can do. While the combined assets of these…

)BALTIMORE – February 23, 2025) – The Mayor of Baltimore City and the Governor of Maryland, both Democrats, face criticism for potentially jeopardizing billions in federal aid due to their stance against Trump and ICE on immigration and deportation policies. This open letter is directed at Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott, Black elected officials (BEOs), and African American Democrats. A Word of Caution Mayor Scott, I stand with you, young brother, as always. But I urge caution. We often extend our hands in solidarity, assuming others will do the same for us as African people. Yet history—and present realities—suggest otherwise. I understand…

(BALTIMORE – February 23, 2025)—Black History is every day. For me, it’s about my ancestors and all of the brilliance that has come from our collective. At this stage in my career, I think about my own legacy. I have always wanted it to be about helping and supporting Black people. So, I will begin sharing lessons intended for Black nonprofit leaders. What I share may not be relevant to some, and that’s okay. I can’t begin to share any of the lessons until I share the most painful one of my career. It was an effort that I thought related…