Harry R. Jackson, Jr.

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Where Did Black Parents Go Right?

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Apr 21, 2012)

I remember sitting at the dinner table with my parents at 8 years old. During that season, the “no elbows on the table” rule was in full force. In addition, my mother... more

Mourning Trayvon Martin

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Apr 10, 2012)

As we mourn the death of Trayvon Martin, we should take the time to remember another 17-year-old black youth murdered just four years ago. On March 2, 2008, high school... more

Contraception Mandate=Population Control

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Mar 26, 2012)

It is an anomaly to me to see the drift in government to control in micro-detail certain aspects of our society and yet determine to be hands-off on other key issues. I often... more

What Happens In Maryland Stays in MD

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Mar 19, 2012)

For the last several weeks, I have been discussing the current battle over the definition of marriage with friends and parishioners. I have been amazed by a new... more

Live Free Or Die: A Promise

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Mar 12, 2012)

What would you do if someone was threatening to kill you? Imagine that this person not only hated you vehemently, but was thought to have killed many of his own family... more

Class Warfare, African American Style

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Feb 24, 2012)

The New York Times recently featured an innovative MBA program at George Washington University. Not only was the course of study designed to enhance the professional business... more

Rewriting History: The victor's Privilege

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Jan 30, 2012)

The last few years, I have been repeatedly disappointed by the bickering and pettiness displayed by our legislators, political pundits, and candidates for office. I have... more

Putting Words in MLK's Mouth

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Jan 16, 2012)

On October 16, 2011 the new memorial for Martin Luther was finally completed. There was only one problem with the work. The wrong words were carved on the statue. The tone of... more

Charming the Cobra: Education and Race

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Jan 10, 2012)

Much political noise has been made about providing grants and/or loans for higher education. For minorities, these programs are seen as invitations for full participation... more

The Marriage Meltdown

By Harry R. Jackson, Jr. (Jan 02, 2012)

For every high-profile celebrity wedding that makes headlines, it seems we are treated to at least two high-profile celebrity divorces. I am praying for people like Kim... more