TV Dads Taught Me Valuable Lessons About Fatherhood
Today's TV dads are creating their legacy away from the shadow of a predator.
7 Times Donald Trump Demonstrated that Empathy is Not His Spiritual Gift
The human cost of leaders who cannot feel what others endure.
Why Former Slave States Offer Poor Quality of Life for Black Residents
How the lingering effects of slavery and discrimination continue to shape the lives of Black citizens.
I Went to 11 Schools as a Kid. My Son Shouldn’t Have To.
By never knowing stability, I learned its immeasurable value.
Why Isn’t Therapy a Prerequisite For Marriage?
Men can no longer impress with merely looks or financial stability. You need to make mental health a priority.
The One Thing I Won’t Miss When I’m Asked to Return to the Office
As many of us bid adieu to working remotely, perhaps there’s a silver lining
There Is No Such Thing as an Ultimate Winner in American Politics
Simple-minded dichotomies have replaced ideas of progress with those of domination.
Apparently Students Can Fail Assignments and Get Their Teacher Fired
A college junior's essay and the targeted firing of a trans teacher.
Please Stop Telling Your Kids to Have a Plan B
There’s a difference between being practical and killing dreams.
Mayor David Dinkins’ Fight to Undo New York City’s Race War
Remembering New York’s first Black mayor, who steered the city through racial unrest and the late crack era.
The Official Dad’s Sanity Guide for the Holidays
It's a stressful time, but you can do this.
Would You Pass the Good Dad Test?
If so, stop being so damn hard on yourself, Pops
New Dads: Beware of the Astronomical Cost of Daycare
Lots of parents have weighed the costs and benefits and found childcare costs unworkable
How I Aged Gracefully in Hip-Hop
Going from being fixated on good green and syrup to obsessed with rooting for my granddaughter at her cheerleading competitions.
4 Holiday Conversations Every Estranged Family Avoids But Shouldn’t
And how to move forward either way.
In the Name of God, They Kill
How the religious right justifies death.
7 Holiday Cocktails That Are Better Than Eggnog, Ranked
Turns out Christmas spirits don’t have to taste like melted pudding.
My Dinners and Debates With Andre Harrell
Over more than 30 years of friendship, I saw a man trying to do it all — and succeeding.
Vintage LEVEL: How Spike Lee Defeats Failure
On the eve of Netflix’s ‘Da 5 Bloods,’ the auteur sat with LEVEL and discussed the Black experience in Vietnam, cultural literacy, and the art of losing
Why My Black Boys Love Trump
Their admiration for the controversial president in the classroom is perplexing, but I remain hopeful it’s just a phase.
If I Walk Onto Your Elevator, Don’t Expect the Nod
The burden of acknowledging strangers sharing your air space.
Are You Married to Your Mother?
An emotionally incestuous relationship ruined my marriage — don’t let it happen to you.
Dear Co-Workers, Please Don’t Follow Me on Social Media
It’s not you, it’s me.
Australia Becomes the First Country to Ban Social Media Use for Children Under 16: Who Will Follow?
With social media leaders admitting their kids stay off these platforms, Australia's recent ban on under-16s challenges the global community to reconsider the impact of these addictive tools.
What is the Unitary Executive, and How Does That Bring America Closer to Having a King?
Eroding checks and balances in the age of Trump.
Are Black Mothers Ruining Their Boys?
Exploring the pitfalls of this maternal relationship.
How it Feels to Live With AIDS For 30 Years
Three decades ago, Christopher Cunningham was diagnosed with AIDS—yet he’s still here to share his story.
News Flash: Gay Dads Can Be Toxic Too
I always laughed at the word ‘toxic,’ but this Facebook group was a real wake-up call.
The Beauty and Burdens of Cordial Co-Parenting
My ex and I have set aside our problems for our children’s sake. The real challenge is getting our friends and family to understand
All of Your Progress Begins With Honesty
The power of telling the truth to yourself.