Guest Editorial: Black to the future

These are changing times, and where we end up will depend upon how we respond to changes. America is on the verge of embarking in new territory that promises to challenge most Americans, and Black Americans fit in this scenario. There is a saying that crisis is accompanied by opportunity. This is usually true; change can have a multitude of impacts, and if there are issues that demand to be addressed, they are brought into the light when major change is on the horizon. This is where we stand today with the election of Donald Trump as the 47th president of the U.S. scheduled to be inaugurated in January, 2025. A new Trump presidency doesn’t bode well for Black people. Even though at least 20% of Blacks gave Trump their vote, there doesn’t appear to be reciprocity coming from him. Of the people selected for his cabinet, only one Black person to date has been singled out to work with Trump. Actually, this provides an opportunity for real change. Black people have been able to demonstrate success in every field of endeavor. The whole world has been influenced by Black styles in fashion, entertainment, business, and more. And yet, many...