Malcolm X’s Daughters Sue CIA, FBI, and NYPD Over Civil Rights Leader’s Assassination

Three daughters of Malcolm X have accused the CIA, FBI, the New York Police Department and others in a $100 million lawsuit Friday of playing roles in the 1965 assassination of the civil rights leader. In the lawsuit filed in Manhattan federal court, the daughters — along with the Malcolm X estate — claimed that the agencies were aware of and…

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How African Americans Built the White House and the U.S. Capitol

Ironically, the White House, one of the most recognizable symbols of American democracy, was largely built by enslaved African Americans—a reality many Americans remain unaware of. This lesser-known chapter of U.S. history brings a new perspective to the White House and other historic government buildings in Washington, D.C., which were constructed with the forced labor of African Americans. The…

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The Great Delusion

The Great Delusion invites you into a thought-provoking exploration of societal ignorance and arrogance. Set against a backdrop of tension, the play reveals how a community’s disdain for Black contributions leads to chaos and despair. As the characters grapple with their misconceptions, expect sharp humor, poignant moments, and a powerful message about the importance of recognizing and valuing all…

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HAITIAN VODOU: SUMMONING THE SPIRITS

Written by The Outpost on April 30, 2013 Watch an excerpt from Maya Deren’s insightful and ground breaking documentary on Haitian Vodou filmed in 1947, as well as read about this beautiful way of living, serving, and connecting with the universal and multi-faceted powers, for people from the West African diaspora and beyond. Divine Horsemen: The Living Gods of Haiti explores the Vodou religion of Haiti, filmed…

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