In an exclusive VOD Newz interview, DARE Bookstore founder Desmond A. Reid shares how determination, strategic planning, and an unwavering commitment to community helped him transform a home-based venture into a multi-million-dollar business despite major policy shifts that altered the course of Black entrepreneurship in New York City.   Desmond A. Reid Sr. CEO of Desmond A. Reid Enterprises Desmond A. Reid, visionary founder of DARE Bookstore  established a sanctuary for

When platinum-selling artist Reif Rawyal  released a protest track about New York’s 2009 election and stop-and-frisk policing, the consequences were immediate: national headlines, professional blacklisting, and what today’s creators now call “shadowbanning.” Rawyal's story, echoed by creators like Nikki Free , exposes how algorithm-driven suppression and reputational risks converge to mute anti-racist speech on major platforms despite claims of neutrality. This investigation

MIAMI –  The inaugural Arthur Lee McDuffie Activist Awards Gala, envisioned as a transformative celebration of justice and community...

Community members gather under colorful tents to celebrate Eatonville's 138th Anniversary, with a backdrop of palm trees and a historic...

Jasmine Harris stands proudly in an art gallery, holding a book that honors the hidden stories of Hannibal Square, surrounded by vibrant...