Now President of BiNet USA, Faith has seen an improvement in the inclusion of bisexuals and African Americans in the LGBT movement.
When I went to college, one of the first classes I took was Women’s Studies. How could I resist learning about the history of women since I am a woman? My professor was named Dr. Jean Peterson and she was a cool hippie chick from back in the day,…
I learned that although the history of African-Americans is one filled with pain, we are survivors and have much to be proud of. In our veins, flow the blood of kings and queens who fought and died for their beliefs and who would be saddened by the state of their descendants who have forgotten where they come from.
One Thursday night this teacher called me at home. “I’m out of cigarettes,” she said. “Could you do me the biggest favor, and come bring me a pack? My roommate’s out of town, and my car’s not working. And I’m just dying for a cigarette.”
Hi John, You seem to be one to never shy away from difficult topics, so I hope this one isn’t too much. Something that has been plaguing me a long time is porn. You see I am a gay woman. A common response from within the LGBT community to…
As we end women's history month I feel compelled to bring up one of the most influential women in America, whose beliefs and compassion for the poor and uneducated have had a direct affect on how we live today: Margaret Sanger. In 1914, Margaret Sanger launched the magazine The Woman…
American fathers are more removed from family life today than in any other time in American history. There are two reasons for this recent outbreak of fatherless families: recent research suggests that a sharp increase in the divorce rate and the fact that it is more socially acceptable for…
I am writing this article to expand upon a blog I posted on Open Salon, Taboo Jive and my own website, The Black Feminista earlier this week named The Harsh Realities of Being on Welfare In order to receive TANF benefits in Illinois, which is Temporary Assistance for Needy Families,…
Gender inequality has maintained the suppression of women worldwide and unfortunately has impacted Sub-Saharan Africa with the greatest magnitude. Everyday in these countries are countless occurrences of physical, emotional, and psychological abuse that must be acknowledged as a primary concern for governments across the world. A prime example of…
While out bar hopping with a girlfriend, we ran into her older brother. He's a guy that I have known many years. A rather a nice looking, tall fella with a thick build. He has a certain ruggedness to him that lets you know he's the outdoors type. He’s…