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Tag: Michael Arceneaux

Don’t Blame “Wokeness” On Democratic Losses
News · Op-Ed

Don’t Blame “Wokeness” On Democratic Losses

"Democrats like James Carville love to scapegoat Black people. But we don’t need people from the era of Bill Clinton telling us much of anything," says writer Michael Arceneaux.
By Michael Arceneaux · Nov 11, 2021
OP-ED: Joe Biden Promised Student Loan Debt Relief. It’s Time to Pay Up.
News · Op-Ed

OP-ED: Joe Biden Promised Student Loan Debt Relief. It’s Time to Pay Up.

Michael Arceneaux, author of "I Don't Want to Die Poor," has a message for President Biden about his campaign promise of wide-scale student loan debt relief.
By Michael Arceneaux · Jun 28, 2021
Georgia Senate Race: Matt Lieberman Needs To Move Out Of Reverend Raphael Warnock’s Way
News · Op-Ed · Politics

Georgia Senate Race: Matt Lieberman Needs To Move Out Of Reverend Raphael Warnock’s Way

By Michael Arceneaux · Sep 28, 2020
Democrats Should Not Let Republicans Punk Them Out Of A Marijuana Legalization Bill
News · Op-Ed

Democrats Should Not Let Republicans Punk Them Out Of A Marijuana Legalization Bill

By Michael Arceneaux · Sep 23, 2020
Someone Should Ask Jared Kushner About The Children He’s Helping To Kill
Op-Ed · Politics

Someone Should Ask Jared Kushner About The Children He’s Helping To Kill

By Michael Arceneaux · Sep 21, 2020
North Carolina Proves Black Voters Are Justified For Distrusting Mail-In Voting
Op-Ed · Politics

North Carolina Proves Black Voters Are Justified For Distrusting Mail-In Voting

Today is National Black Voter Day, and it's clear, that Black voters now have more of a reason to distrust mail-in voting.
By Michael Arceneaux · Sep 18, 2020
Why So Little Attention For The Black Man Running For Senate in Mississippi?
Politics

Why So Little Attention For The Black Man Running For Senate in Mississippi?

OP-ED: "There’s a noticeable and intolerable imbalance between what type of candidates are garnering national attention," says Michael Arceneaux.
By Michael Arceneaux · Sep 3, 2020
The USPS Hearing Did Not Make Me Confident About Voting By Mail
Op-Ed · Politics

The USPS Hearing Did Not Make Me Confident About Voting By Mail

By Michael Arceneaux · Aug 26, 2020
Trump’s Coronavirus Briefings Continue To Be A Waste Of Time
Op-Ed · Politics

Trump’s Coronavirus Briefings Continue To Be A Waste Of Time

By Michael Arceneaux · Jul 29, 2020
When Donald Trump Acts Like A Dictator, Treat Him Like One
Op-Ed · Politics

When Donald Trump Acts Like A Dictator, Treat Him Like One

By Michael Arceneaux · Jul 27, 2020
Next Time Congressman Ted Yoho Will Keep His Mouth Shut
Op-Ed · Politics

Next Time Congressman Ted Yoho Will Keep His Mouth Shut

By Michael Arceneaux · Jul 24, 2020
Trump Wants Us To 'Grow Numb' To Coronavirus Deaths And Some Of You Are Helping
Op-Ed · Politics

Trump Wants Us To 'Grow Numb' To Coronavirus Deaths And Some Of You Are Helping

The coronavirus has killed more Americans than several wars, but only a few of us are mourning the deaths or wearing masks.
By Michael Arceneaux · Jul 15, 2020
Black Celebrities Need To Stop Being Silly About The Multiple Pandemics
Op-Ed

Black Celebrities Need To Stop Being Silly About The Multiple Pandemics

By Michael Arceneaux · Jul 2, 2020
Bill Cosby Can't Save His Legacy
Op-Ed

Bill Cosby Can't Save His Legacy

The fallen star's reputation, marred by a sexual assault conviction and his noted disdain for Blacks who didn't meet his expectations, is irreparably damaged.
By Michael Arceneaux · Jul 1, 2020
Jamaal Bowman's Win Should Inspire Others To Run Against Political Relics
Op-Ed · Politics

Jamaal Bowman's Win Should Inspire Others To Run Against Political Relics

Bowman’s win is a resounding one, which just goes to show it is a new day, and if you are found not to be in service of your community, your connections won’t save you.
By Michael Arceneaux · Jun 30, 2020
Joe Biden Is Determined To Make This More Difficult Than It Needs To Be
News · Op-Ed · Politics

Joe Biden Is Determined To Make This More Difficult Than It Needs To Be

By Michael Arceneaux · May 22, 2020
Michelle Obama Does Not Want To Be Joe Biden’s Vice President, So Watch ‘Becoming’ And Be Quiet
Op-Ed · Politics

Michelle Obama Does Not Want To Be Joe Biden’s Vice President, So Watch ‘Becoming’ And Be Quiet

By Michael Arceneaux · May 9, 2020
Mainstream Media Needs To Ignore Those Who Want To Die And Focus On Those Who Want To Live
Op-Ed · Politics

Mainstream Media Needs To Ignore Those Who Want To Die And Focus On Those Who Want To Live

By Michael Arceneaux · Apr 30, 2020
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