Author: DAMON K JONES
In 2006, long before hashtags and Hollywood headlines, activist Tarana Burke coined the phrase “Me Too.” It was a movement rooted in healing, designed to support Black and brown girls and women who survived sexual violence—especially those in poor and marginalized communities where justice was rare and empathy rarer. Burke’s MeToo wasn’t about punishment. It was about power—restoring it to survivors and building communities grounded in support, accountability, and transformation. But in 2017, when white actress Alyssa Milano tweeted #MeToo in response to the Harvey Weinstein revelations, the movement exploded into a global media sensation. Overnight, the focus shifted from…
Welcome to Money Mondays with Damon K. Jones — your go-to platform for real talk on Black economics, wealth building, and financial empowerment. In this episode, Damon sits down with Kilimanjaro Toussaint, Local Board President of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), to discuss the state of Black homeownership, the racial wealth gap, and the fight for economic justice through real estate. Tune in as they break down: 💰 The history and mission of NAREB🏡 Barriers to Black homeownership in 2025📉 How gentrification and displacement are impacting our communities📈 Solutions for building generational wealth through property🤝 The power of collective action in…
“I don’t please invisible people.” It’s a simple phrase, but it carries the weight of a spiritual declaration—and a cultural warning. In today’s society, especially within the Black community, the most dangerous forces aren’t always the ones we see. They don’t wear hoods or badges. They don’t always sit in government seats. Some appear on our screens, fund our influencers, shape our politics, and direct our narratives. They move quietly behind institutions and ideas, but their impact is anything but silent. These are the invisible people—the architects of dysfunction—who have reshaped Black identity from the shadows. They promote the unraveling…
In a stunning escalation of global trade brinkmanship, President Donald Trump has imposed a 145% tariff on all Chinese imports, triggering economic shockwaves and forcing a major realignment in international relations. But while China scrambles to rally support, more than 50 countries have signaled interest in negotiating bilateral trade deals with the U.S., marking the most significant global trade policy shift in a generation. Trump’s Tariff Doctrine: Isolation with Intent On April 9, 2025, the Trump administration formally announced a 90-day pause on new reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China, maintaining a baseline 10% tariff for those in negotiations.…
In a world where processed food and chronic illness disproportionately affect Black communities, choosing to be vegan or plant-based isn’t just a diet—it’s a radical act of self-preservation, cultural reconnection, and resistance. When people think of revolution, they picture protests, raised fists, and political speeches. But what if revolution also lived on your plate? The idea of food as a weapon is not new. During the Civil Rights and Black Power movements of the 1960s and 70s, visionary leaders understood that liberation wasn’t just political—it was personal. The Black Panther Party’s Free Breakfast Program served as more than just a…
In a bold and unapologetic response to recent attacks, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has not only challenged Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) to a public debate over policy—but also made headlines by officially announcing his run to become the first Black Governor of Florida. The clash began after Rep. Crockett took aim at Donalds during a public appearance on the Breakfast Club, questioning his grasp of Black history and making personal remarks about his interracial marriage. “The fact that you sitting around talking about life was better under Jim Crow—like, is this because you don’t understand history?” Crockett asked. “Or literally…
Rev. Al Sharpton recently called for a 21-day boycott of PepsiCo in protest of the company’s decision to roll back its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. While I understand the sentiment, the focus is misplaced. The real issue isn’t just the elimination of DEI jobs — it’s the fact that PepsiCo, like many corporations, has been harming Black communities for decades through exploitative business practices and toxic products. Before we demand that Pepsi reinstate its DEI commitments, we must ask: who actually benefited from those initiatives in the first place? A 2020 report from Catalyst exposed what many already knew: white women…
I recently came across a disturbing quote from a Black male influencer. He said something along the lines of: “Black excellence is a way to dumb down Black people to fit into the white man’s world instead of focusing on Black power.” Now, I’m not going to call out the brother by name—because who he is isn’t the issue.I’m writing this because of the many comments under that post—young people, and even some older ones—who co-signed that message. In a time where artificial intelligence, automation, and rising costs are changing the future of work and wealth, Black communities can’t afford…
In a resolute and heartfelt address, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the dismissal of the legal case against him, emphasizing that justice has prevailed and the city’s focus can now return to progress and unity. Before a supportive audience, Adams expressed profound gratitude to his legal team, particularly lead counsel Alex Spiro. He acknowledged Spiro’s reputation as a trusted defender, noting, “Now I clearly understand why those from Jay-Z to Baldwin call on him during difficult times.” The mayor reiterated his longstanding position on the case: “This case should have never been brought. I did nothing wrong.” He emphasized that…
They told us to do it for our community. They told us to trust the science. They told us the side effects were rare. But now, millions of people are sick—really sick—but what we don’t know is how many of them are Black. The problem? Most of them aren’t being counted. And if they are, they’re being dismissed. This is not an anti-vaccine rant. It is a warning. A wake-up call. A demand for honesty about what is happening in the aftermath of the pandemic, particularly in the lives of Black Americans. While the media and institutions have largely moved…