Lawman Lynch: Building Communities Through Education, Service, and Persistence

Lawman Lynch: Building Communities Through Education, Service, and Persistence

By: Janet Howard Click here to listen to podcast. Community service, education, and leadership are not just professional pursuits for Lawman Lynch—they are lifelong commitments rooted in both personal experience and cultural values. From his early days in Jamaica to his current role in New York City, Lynch has consistently worked to expand opportunities for […]

Job Vacancy for New York City Mayor, A DEI City

Job Vacancy for New York City Mayor, A DEI City

By Anne Webster Here’s a refined and comprehensive analysis of the ideal résumé for the Mayor of New York City in 2025 and beyond, structured to reflect the evolving demands of leadership, governance, and public trust. Executive Summary New York City’s mayor is no longer just a municipal executive—they are a global figure: a crisis […]

Divide and Conquer: Origins, Modern Use, and Justification

Divide and Conquer: Origins, Modern Use, and Justification

By Esther Claudette Gittens This article delves into the origins of the strategy, its adaptation in modern settings, and the justification for its continued use, examining how it remains a powerful tool for gaining advantage, achieving dominance, or optimizing solutions in various scenarios. Origins of “Divide and Conquer” The phrase “Divide and Conquer” (Latin: Divide […]

An Analysis of Former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Legacy and His Approach to Minority Issues

An Analysis of Former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Legacy and His Approach to Minority Issues

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: Ron Adar / shutterstock.com  Andrew Cuomo, the former Governor of New York, has been a polarizing political figure, often lauded for his leadership while simultaneously criticized for his failures. His tenure was marked by controversy, including allegations of sexual harassment that ultimately led to his resignation. However, beyond […]

Apple’s Strategic and Ethical Commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion: A Comprehensive Analysis

Apple’s Strategic and Ethical Commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion: A Comprehensive Analysis

By Janet Howard | Editorial credit: JHVEPhoto / shutterstock.com  Apple Inc. has long been recognized not only for its innovative products but also for its commitment to fostering a workplace culture grounded in diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI). The company’s reasoning for supporting DEI is multifaceted, rooted in both ethical imperatives and sound business strategy. […]

Communities United for Police Reform Responds to Mayor Adams’ 2025 State of The City Address

Communities United for Police Reform Responds to Mayor Adams’ 2025 State of The City Address

Editorial credit: fitzcrittle / shutterstock.com (NEW YORK, NY) – In response to Mayor Adams’ annual State of The City,  Communities United for Police Reform (CPR) released the following statement on behalf of CPR Spokesperson, Hassen Bashir, VOCAL-NY, Civil Rights Campaign Coordinator.  “The mayor of New York City has one of the most influential platforms in the […]

Caribbean Development Bank Appoints Daniel Best as its Seventh President

Caribbean Development Bank Appoints Daniel Best as its Seventh President

Photo credit: Caribbean Business Report  The Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) announces the election of Mr. Daniel Best, a native of Barbados, as the seventh President of the institution. This decision underscores the Bank’s commitment to visionary leadership and sustainable development across the Caribbean region. Mr. Best brings a wealth of […]

Jamaica Native Serves with U.S. Navy in Suffolk

Jamaica Native Serves with U.S. Navy in Suffolk

By Senior Chief Mass Communication Specialist John Osborne, Navy Office of Community Outreach | Photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Sierra Garcia SUFFOLK, Va. – Master Chief Petty Officer Kadesha Perry, a native of Jamaica, New York, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Network Warfare Command (NAVNETWARCOM). Perry graduated from Queen Gateway to Health […]

Leadership Traits That Can Unify America

Leadership Traits That Can Unify America

With the COVID-19 pandemic worsening, the economy faltering, and protests against racial injustice continuing, millions of Americans face difficult times and worry about the nation’s future. And with a presidential election around the corner, it’s a critical time for the country to take stock of what political leadership should mean by going back to the […]

Black Business Month: What Motivated 11 African Americans to Become Entrepreneurs

Black Business Month: What Motivated 11 African Americans to Become Entrepreneurs

By Julie Bawden-Davis, American Express This Black Business Month, we asked business owners to reflect on what inspired them to start their companies. As we celebrate Black Business Month this August, Eudell Watts, IV is grateful to his family legacy. He runs Old Arthur’s Barbecue Sauce with his father, Eudell Watts, III. The company produces and sells barbecue sauces […]