James S. Bridgeforth, Ph.D., Author at The Black Wall Street Times https://theblackwallsttimes.com "Access is the New Civil Right" Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:04:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-BWST-Favicon-32x32.png James S. Bridgeforth, Ph.D., Author at The Black Wall Street Times https://theblackwallsttimes.com 32 32 213941571 Power of the Pardon: How law enforcement failed to back the blue https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2025/01/30/power-of-the-pardon-how-law-enforcement-failed-to-back-the-blue/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2025/01/30/power-of-the-pardon-how-law-enforcement-failed-to-back-the-blue/#comments Thu, 30 Jan 2025 20:04:33 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=130505 back the blue

On January 6, 2021, the heart of American democracy was attacked. Amid the chaos, Capitol Police officers—many of whom had taken an oath to protect and serve—faced an unprecedented onslaught. Their shields were battered, their bodies beaten, their calls for backup drowned out by the chants of an enraged mob. Five officers lost their lives […]

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The Battle for Balance: America at a Crossroads https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2025/01/22/the-battle-for-balance-america-at-a-crossroads/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2025/01/22/the-battle-for-balance-america-at-a-crossroads/#respond Wed, 22 Jan 2025 21:43:14 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=129012 balance

In an era where conservatism wields unprecedented influence, dominating all three branches of government—the executive, legislative, judicial, and, arguably, public opinion—a critical question emerges: Is this the end of progressivism in America? Progressivism, at its core, is a commitment to reform for the public good, often leveraging government power to advance equity and protect marginalized […]

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2 in 10 Americans Approve of Hegseth’s Nomination https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2025/01/14/2-in-10-americans-approve-of-hegseths-nomination/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2025/01/14/2-in-10-americans-approve-of-hegseths-nomination/#comments Tue, 14 Jan 2025 17:41:51 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=128310 hegseth

Cue the drumroll: Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing is upon us. The former FoxNews anchor and President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defensehas sparked controversy, with Americans questioning whether this pick prioritizesloyalty over qualifications. With global crises like the wars in Gaza and Ukraine and the looming threats of China and Russia, this appointment is […]

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Locked Out of the End Zone: How the NFL’s Greed Hurts Its Most Loyal Fans https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/12/30/locked-out-of-the-end-zone-how-the-nfls-greed-hurts-its-most-loyal-fans/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/12/30/locked-out-of-the-end-zone-how-the-nfls-greed-hurts-its-most-loyal-fans/#comments Mon, 30 Dec 2024 16:46:03 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=127374

I love the NFL. I love Netflix. I love Amazon. But, folks, this whole “subscribe to Amazon Prime or Netflix to watch NFL games” thing? It’s totally un-American, and, honestly, it’s a disgrace. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying the NFL is bad—I mean, who doesn’t enjoy a good Hail Mary on a Sunday […]

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The Looming Shutdown: how political chaos hurts Black America and the middle class https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/12/20/the-looming-shutdown-how-political-chaos-hurts-black-america-and-the-middle-class/ https://theblackwallsttimes.com/2024/12/20/the-looming-shutdown-how-political-chaos-hurts-black-america-and-the-middle-class/#respond Fri, 20 Dec 2024 18:31:43 +0000 https://theblackwallsttimes.com/?p=127116 shutdown black people

As a government shutdown looms, the stakes couldn’t be higher—not just for politicians, but for everyday American people. This time, however, the drama isn’t confined to the usual partisan clashes between Republicans and Democrats. Instead, it’s an internal battle within the Republican Party, with Speaker Mike Johnson caught in the crossfire. The catalyst? A sprawling, […]

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