Life hit hard all at once. Between caring for my sick mom and losing our only car in an accident, the financial strain is too much alone. I’m raising $8K to fix our car, cover caregiving costs, and keep our household stable. Any support or share means everything: 🔗 gofund.me/436e8a1a9

Donate to Help Keep Our Household Going Through This Hard Time, organized by Cynthia McDonald

I’m reaching out to family, friends, and anyone who may be wil… Cynthia McDonald needs your support for Help Keep Our Household Going Through This Hard Time

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📣 September Monthly Meetup! Join Black Nonbelievers of Chi-Town for community, conversation & connection! 🗓 Sunday, September 6th 🕑 2:00 PM 📍 Hegewisch Library, 3048 E. 130th St., Chicago Nonbelievers & allies welcome! Bring a friend! #BlackNonbelievers #ChicagoAtheists #SecularCommunity

What does reparations actually mean? I sat down with Dr. William A. Darity Jr. to discuss the history, economics, activism, and the future of economic justice. This is a conversation everyone should hear. 🎥 Watch here: youtu.be/CjmqGUhhYYo #Reparations #WilliamDarity #EconomicJustice

The Truth About Reparations They Don’t Want You to Hear: A conversation with William Darity

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Family Fun Day at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry! 📅 Sunday, May 17th 🕛 Noon meetup Join Black Nonbelievers of Chitown for a day of exploration, connection, and fun for all ages. Bring the kids and come build community with us! www.meetup.com/black-nonbel...

Curiosity & Community: Family Fun Day at the Museum, Sun, May 17, 2026, 12:00 PM | Meetup

Join Black Nonbelievers of Chitown for a fun, family-friendly day of exploration at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry! We’re bringing together community, curiosity

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If you are a supporter of #reparations, you need to be pushing Congressional members to pass The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (H.R. 4/H.R. 14). You can't expect to get #purerepations without proper representation. It will never happen without it.

Is socialism the answer—or are we asking the wrong questions? I sat down with Nino Brown on Roots Matter to break it down beyond the talking points. This one goes deeper than most conversations. Tap in. youtube.com/live/gZ9f3gk...

Is Socialism the Answer? A Deep Dive with Activist Nino Brown

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Rewriting the Script: Faith, Film, and Freedom

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Public health is being politicized in real time. Trump’s CDC pick + RFK Jr.’s history of harmful rhetoric about Black people is not something we can ignore. This is bigger than “controversy.” It’s about consequences. Watch: youtu.be/zdedPCsAWNY What happens when misinformation shapes policy?

Trump’s CDC Pick & RFK Jr.’s Dangerous Ideas About Black People

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Black Maternal Health Week—and Georgia is in court for restricting midwives. At a time when Black women are already at higher risk, limiting care isn’t just bad policy… it’s dangerous. I break it down here: youtu.be/i5jrMQH2fYs #BlackMaternalHealthWeek #BirthJustice

Who gets to define Blackness? Tonight’s The Roots Matter premiere explores identity, perception, and the politics behind being labeled “Black enough.” It’s nuanced. It’s uncomfortable. It’s necessary. Join the conversation. youtu.be/ODBRvp9v4HY #TheRootsMatter #BlackIdentity #SocialCommentary

Who Decides If You’re "Black Enough" w/ Bryce

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The Pentagon spent $93 BILLION in one month. Yes, that includes millions on steak, lobster, and crab. Supporters call it normal end-of-year spending. Critics call it what it looks like: a system built to burn money. youtu.be/60ZZBSEZOyA?... #TheRootsMatter #PentagonSpending #DefenseBudget

$93 Billion in One Month?! Inside Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon Spending Spree

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CNN recently did a poll where it showed that 76% of African Americans supported photo ID for voting. This has been misconstrued that 76% support the SAVE Act. False. Call your senators NOW and vote No to this bill! youtu.be/WtYavVu2Pws?...

Cynthia’s Corner — The SAVE Act Voter Suppression and the Long History of in America

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People say “This isn’t America.” History says otherwise. I push back on Reich’s optimism and talk about the America that’s always been — and the people who keep trying to change it. 🎥 Watch now youtu.be/veHChJ92w_E #CynthiasCorner #AmericanHistory #PoliticalCommentary #RacialJustice

America’s History of Injustice vs Reich’s Optimism Challenging Upset About Trump

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When history gets “softened,” justice gets delayed. We’re talking about the politics of erasing Black history. Watch now. #RootsMatter #StopErasure #HistoryMatters youtu.be/9apwUE4zezU?...

Hiding the Truth: Why Black History Is Under Attack

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Black MAGA isn’t rebellion — it’s a mirage. Racism inside MAGA is real. State violence is real. Black immunity is a lie. New Cynthia’s Corner. 🔥 #TheRootsMatter #BlackLiberation #PoliticalReality youtu.be/DvrjfQmuxzE

Cynthia’s Corner — Black MAGA The Mirage of Belonging

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They tried to freeze $10B meant for kids and families. A judge shut it down. This is what accountability looks like. #TheRootsMatter #ProtectChildCare #FamiliesFirst #JusticeMatters youtu.be/zYlg_wMWulg?...

They Tried to Freeze Childcare. Judge Said No!

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They showed up with force. The community showed up with truth. Minneapolis is demanding accountability after the ICE shooting — and this story isn’t going away. #TheRootsMatter #ICEAccountability #JusticeForMinneapolis #SpeakTruthToPower youtu.be/PgqDpvcYoyI

This Is What Federal Violence Looks Like

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They want to rename Black Lives Matter Plaza. That’s not symbolism — that’s erasure. We’re talking power, memory, and who gets written out of history on The Roots Matter. #TheRootsMatter #BlackLivesMatter #PoliticsOfErasure #RacialJustice #StayWoke youtu.be/oBkWYrRkN9g?...

Whose Plaza Is It? Power, Memory, and the Politics of Erasure

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Black maternal health deserves attention. My latest video covers the WELLS Act and why hospital discharge practices matter for every expecting parent. #MaternalHealth #HealthEquity #TheRootsMatter youtu.be/Hj5mp2la8Ik?...

The Tragedy That Sparked a Bill to Protect Black Mothers

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🔥 New Cynthia’s Corner is up. Christian Nationalism isn’t about faith — it’s White Supremacy with a cross on top. Anti-Black, anti-LGBTQ, anti-woke, and anti-progress. youtu.be/ADY1GFIACJU #TheRootsMatter #CynthiasCorner #ChristianNationalism #WhiteSupremacy #StayWoke #ProtectDemocracy

Cynthias Corner : Christian Nationalism the Religion of White Supremacy

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Race Bias: Your Eyes Lie, Your Brain Believes

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Trump delayed his “big” healthcare plan again — and vulnerable communities keep paying the price. I break it all down on The Roots Matter. #TheRootsMatter #HealthcareCrisis #Accountability #Politics #StayWoke youtu.be/pU70iHa9acM

Healthcare Chaos: Trumps Plan Delayed... Again

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Just dropped an interview with The Afro Atheist breaking down the “Christian genocide” claim in Nigeria — and the real issues behind the headlines. 🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=ACdi... #TheRootsMatter #AfroAtheist #Nigeria #Misinformation #CriticalThinking #SecularTalk #FactOverFear #AfricanPolitics

Nigeria’s Conflict Isn’t What You Think: The Afro Atheist Breaks It Down

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We discussed the TikTok experiment where mosques & temples stepped up, but most churches didn’t. Joined by Jason Friedman & AJ Ruley on The Roots Matter. Let’s talk about who actually shows up for families in need. #TheRootsMatter #MutualAid #SecularPerspective www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCgz...

Church Cruelty Faith Spaces, Formula Shortage & Failed Support

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Mandisa Thomas from joins me on The Roots Matter to talk protest music, resistance, and the heartbeat of the Black Power era. Don’t miss it. ✊🏾🎶 #BlackHistory #ProtestSongs #TheRootsMatter www.youtube.com/live/p9ptiYt...

Protest Songs and the Power of Pushback with Mandisa Thomas

A deep look at how protest songs exposed injustice, shaped cultural resistance, and still spark pushback today. Cynthia and Mandisa Thomas break down the politics behind the music and why these voices...

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Check me out tonight on @waystohuman.bsky.social tonight @7:30 pm CST www.youtube.com/watch?v=auW-...

Systemic Racism by Design: Systems Built For Inequality w/ Cynthia McDonald @TheRootsMatter

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The blue tsunami hit hard this election. We broke down exactly what it means. I sat down with Houston activists Jason Friedman and AJ Ruley to talk results, impact, and what progressives must do next. The movement isn’t over — it’s leveling up. #TheRootsMatter #BlueTsunami youtu.be/lJ1xeAdHlzY?...

After the Blue Wave: What's Next for Progressives?

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I'm over 100 subs! Thank you everyone who subscribed to my channel! If you're not subscribed, what's wrong with you??? Remedy yourself 🤗 YouTube.com/@therootsmatter

Trump’s shutdown didn’t just stall the government — it traumatized Black federal workers who kept it running. We need to talk about who pays the price. #TheRootsMatter #BlackWorkersMatter #ShineMyCrown #FederalWorkers #ShutdownCrisis #BlackNews #SpeakTruth youtu.be/haPX2A0-XjE?...

Traumatized: How the Shutdown Hit Black Federal Workers

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🍂 Join Black Nonbelievers ChiTown for Friendsgiving Brunch! 📅 Nov 30 • 11:30 AM 📍 The Lawn Breakfast Bar (6652 S Langley Ave) 🍾 BYOB — come vibe, eat, and celebrate community!