Black History Month: Honoring Our Victories and Continuing Our Fight

As we come to the close of Black History Month, we have celebrated our history, our culture and our triumphs. I love the movies, awards programs, and theatrical performances that celebrate our ancestors’ accomplishments. We truly are a culture of resilience. If you haven’t watched the documentary “The League” (Hulu), I encourage you to do so. It shares the critical role The Chicago Defender played in sharing the news of Negro League Baseball in the 20th Century.& It reminds me of the honor to have the opportunity to stand on the shoulders of those who came before me to write for this historical newspaper. Black news outlets continue to be vital in celebrating, honoring, and telling the story of what happens in our community. And while this month has been focused on telling stories of victory, we also must acknowledge the fight that ensues when it comes to us. As a Black woman, I have watched and read the news about Claudine Gay, the first Black President of Harvard University, accepting her role with pride and gratitude one day and resigning under public scrutiny and harassment soon after — all in a short amount of time.& This month, we have...