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Live with a King Confidante
Happy birthday Coretta Scott King! I’m here with her good friend & confidante, Rev. Dr. Barbara Reynolds to celebrate Mrs. King’s life through her new book!
2017-11-13
Over 40 years in the making - Dr. Barbara Reynolds Speaks
Listen to The Young People
For those who care about the direction of the Black Church, listen to the young
A Witness to The Face Of Jesus
I believe in miracles and this experience enhanced my understanding as I was allowed to participate in such a glorious event. I also took others from the East Coast with me to see this event.
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson White House Event 2022
I was in the miraculous moment at the White House for the celebration of Judge
Ai-Da The Painting Robot
Robots are steadily encroaching on our lives. I have learned that this robot has sold
US Gov’t Found Guilty In Conspiracy To Assassinate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In my book, The Life, Love and Legacy of Coretta King, she said, “On April 4, 1968, I felt my heart was ripped apart. This was the trail of the century, but the trial of O.J. Simpson was covered by thousands, only a very few carried this trial. If such a crime and cover-up could happen to a man of my husbands’ stature with no consequences, it could happen again. And I want everyone to be aware of what we know”. You can read the report for yourself on line and also read the report of the U.S. Justice Department, who of course, denounced it.
Oscars 2022: Celebrate Black Achievements Not the Slap
Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars was seen around the world, making
Overcoming Fear
I have been fighting this practically all my life and each step I take in faith the stronger I get. Last week fear rose up in me almost overwhelming. I was told I had to take an MRI because they had a spot on my liver. Ironically, I didn’t fear bad news about the spot because I knew God would handle it, but somehow the thought of getting in a tube and being locked in with mechanical sounds pounding in my ear just filled me with anxiety.
NAACP is Giving Devil Worshiping Lil NasX an Image Award
I heard that some of the acclaim from Little Nasty is because he is contributing money to black causes. If that is true, well those groups who are in line for the dough should understand no matter how much Little Nasty is dropping in their pockets, he is doing much more harm deconstructing our image as sane and moral human beings.
The Olympics: A Victory for the Human Race
When we first think of the Olympics, we think pride for our country and athletes. However, there is a deeper meaning behind the Olympics that we can all learn from.
Barbara Speaks: FSU honors the legacy with 33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Week
Florida State University will honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. during its 33rd Annual MLK Week from Monday, Jan. 18, through Friday, Jan. 22. The weeklong celebration will feature a range of events, including virtual offerings, inspired by the theme “The Black Women in Our Lives.”