His Story: Mad Cities…consequences of our racial carnage

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The killing of 26 grade-school children and teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut catalyzed a series of much needed National discourses on the issue of gun-violence in the United States, yet these conversations have excluded the impact of excessive gun-related homicide in America’s inner cities. Instead, the dialogue has been focused on: ...

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League of EXTRAordinary Black Men: Reginald Smith

I would tell them not to settle for being ‘ok’ or ‘good’ but to always strive to be the best in every situation. ~Reginald Smith

TheBlackManCan is making its way to Rochester, New York to bring you another EXTRAordinary Black Man. We bring to you a Black Man who is well-traveled and well-spoken. It is our distinct pleasure to introduce Reginald Smith Author of "Higher Hopes: A Black Man's Guide to College". Reginald sits down with TheBlackManCan to discuss ...

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Well Dressed Rain Ready: Options for the Wet Weather Months

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Spring in most parts of the country means wet weather season. The snow may be gone, but the clouds will split with thunderstorms. Be ready with proper wet weather gear About our Style Editor: Grant Harris is Owner & Chief Style Consultant at Image Granted; aWashington, DC based Image Consulting Company dedicated to solving the complex image, ...

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Positive Black Male News: Denver Broncos’ Von Miller tackles poor eyesight with charity foundation

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by Kyle Harvey Von Miller is the Denver Broncos’ tackling machine. He’s already been to the Pro Bowl twice after only being in the league for two years. Aside from his punishing hits, he’s also known for his fashionable eye glasses, which have fans and style mavens talking. Von took his love for eyewear and used it as a platform ...

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League of EXTRAordinary Black Men: Steven B. Walters

: I want all Black Boys to know that YOU are Powerful, Intelligent, beautiful people. ~ Steven Walters

TheBlackManCan is back in New York City to bring you another EXTRAordinary Black Man. We have made our way uptown to Harlem to bring you a Black Man who is always pushing his students and MENtees to chase their dreams. We proudly present Steven B. Walters. Steven is ...

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Positive Black Male News: Florida man saves boy following hit-and-run

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Source: NBC Miami theblackmancan.org wants to provide you with news stories from across the world that promote a positive black male image. Many of the stories featured here may not be on the front page of your local newspaper, but we believe that it is our job to inform you on all the positive black ...

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Positive Black Male News: Nigerian family considered best, brightest in Britain

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by: Howard Manly To say the least, the Imafidon family has been blessed with some very smart genes. The latest bit of evidence came earlier this month when twins Paula and Peter Imafidon aced rigorous exams of the highly competitive British school system and were admitted to high school. Both are only 9 and the youngest ever ...

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Cuts and Conversations Episode 1

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Cuts and Conversations is a video blog created by www.theblackmancan.org to highlight real talk from the Black Man's Country Club...the barbershop! It is hosted by Terrell Hill and shot at Exclusives Barbershop in Springfield, MA. If you are interested in us coming to your barbershop, contact us at theblackmancan@gmail.com

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