Queer Black History: Moms Mabley
It’s impossible to discuss black comedy without bringing up Jackie “Moms” Mabley. A pioneer in a field reserved mostly for heterosexual white men, to call her a trailblazer would be
Queer Black History: Ma Rainey
Mother of the blues and creator of a lesbian anthem Ma Rainey is the undisputed “Mother of the Blues” and was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance. She inspired
LGBTQ History: STAR is Founded by Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera
Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera, both trans women of color, were not only leaders at the Stonewall riots, but also very active advocates for members of the LGBTQ community
From Caposhi to Crunk: A Look at the Black Feminist Journey
I’m Black History Month, or as I like to call it, Black Herstory Month! As, I thumbed through my stack of commentary on the topic; I came across an article…