Welcome to the July 2003 edition of agoodblackman.com -- the only 100% Black-Owned web site dedicated to loving, honoring, uplifting and celebrating men of African descent and men of color by providing a place of information and inspiration.

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On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence. The Constitution provides the legal and governmental framework for the United States, however, the Declaration, with its eloquent assertion "all Men are created equal," did not ring true for African Americans. We are urged to celebrate Independence Day while bearing witness to the inconsistencies between the ideals espoused in the Declaration of Independence and the practice of slavery. On July 4, 2003 the United States celebrates its 225th birthday -- the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

In 1861, Frederick Douglas asked: "Are the great principles of political freedom and of natural justice, embodied in that Declaration of Independence, extended to us?" in his "What To The Slave Is The 4th Of July?" speech.  Click here to read more.

In an encore presentation of his article, "Should Blacks Celebrate The 4th of July?" Andre Austin notes: "I've debated for many years about whether I should or shouldn't publish my views on the fourth of July. Some misguided souls will misinterpret these thoughts as being unpatriotic. But they are not..."  Click here to read more.

Ebony Honors
In his Man Talk commentary, "Ebony Honors" radio talk show host and war veteran, Tyrone T. Dancy reminds us: "America owes African-American veterans an enormous gratitude and a special tribute for their willingness to serve a Nation that once held them in slavery and now holds them in contempt despite their impressive record of honorable and faithful service. Men and women of African descent have always rallied in the defense of this country, fighting to uphold America's Ideal of freedom something that they could not fully enjoy in America..."   more

What are the Consequences of a Matriarchal Society?
In his commentary this month, contributing writer Ray Davis raises our consciousness with his observations: "Mothers are not men and without fathers, Black boys remain in a state of "boyhood" throughout their lives and exercise their boyhood by overindulging in sports, entertainment, chemical dependencies, sexual conquest without commitment and materialism while living with their mothers who "cripple" them by allowing them to stay in the nest or "crib" as John Singleton's movie "Baby Boy" depicted..."   Click here to read more.

Separate But Equal
In this month's offering, "Separate But Equal" Thomas C. Fleming shares his thoughts: "From my observation, there were always slightly more black women going to college than black males, even though their job opportunities were more limited...."   more

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