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The Rev. Jesse Jackson, a towering titan who expanded the reach of the Civil Rights Movement, founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition and broke barriers with two presidential bids, died Tuesday, leaving an indelible imprint on American activism. In a statement shared with NBC News, the Jackson family described him as “a servant leader — not […] The post Rest In Power: Rev. Jesse Jackson, Towering Titan Of The Civil Rights Movement & Rainbow PUSH Founder, Dies At 84 appeared first on Bossip.
As we’ve come to understand year after year, day after day, death is an inevitable part of life—a universal truth that spares no one. Yet, despite its certainty, the weight of loss never becomes easier to bear, nor does the act of processing its impact. For those within Black culture, where community and shared experiences […]
Welcome back to the next chapter of BOSSIP’s Black History Hidden Gems, our weekly Black History Month series dedicated to uncovering overlooked Black figures, moments, and milestones. This series spotlights stories that history nearly erased, but legacy refused to forget. Recognizing Black achievement during Black History Month is not only about honoring triumph, but about reclaiming narratives […] The post BOSSIP’s Black History Hidden Gems: Piano Prodigy Hazel Scott Was The First Black TV Star & Blacklisted For Battling Racism Decades Before Civil Rights appeared first on Bossip.
In her latest report, Sybil Wilkes provides a comprehensive overview of the crucial details you should be aware of.
Tyler Reddick stole a shocking last-lap Daytona 500 win for Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing.
Because of the illusion of whiteness as a synonym for American, we've had a long and storied tradition of voting exclusively for white men in almost every presidential election.
Black History Month already comes with its own rhythm, soul, and ancestral bassline but this year, Jill Scott decided to slide us a gift that sparked “conversation, verbal elation and stimulation” After more than a decade away from the album game, Ms. Jilly from Philly is back with To Whom This May Concern, a 19-track […] The post To Whom This May Concern: Jill Scott’s New Album’s Serenely Sparks Conversation Ahead Of Her ‘Tiny Desk’ Debut appeared first on Bossip.
Here are 15 Black superstitions passed down through generations that many of us still believe, at least just a little bit.
Isn’t it just like the current administration to try and push a nominee with a history of racist, sexist, and antisemitic comments for a top position in the State Department. Jeremy Carl faced a heated Senate Foreign Relations Committee confirmation hearing Thursday in which he was confronted and asked to explain comments he’s made on […]
Nicki Minaj, leaning heavily into all things MAGA and President Trump, asked her fans to rally around passing the SAVE Act.
LeBron James' record-breaking triple-double got us thinking about how often he's found himself in the history books.
Gene Simmons of KISS fame said in a recent podcast that Hip-Hop doesn't belong in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.