Dexter A. Bridgeman

Congresswoman Frederica Wilson’s retirement from Florida’s 24th Congressional District has set off a political domino effect that is already reshaping the landscape of Black political leadership in South Florida. After more than three decades of public service as a school board member, state legislator, and member of Congress, Wilson’s departure opens one of the most […]

  Florida’s political landscape has changed dramatically over the last several years, particularly because of congressional redistricting championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis. One of the most controversial consequences has been the dismantling and reshaping of districts that gave historically empowered Black voters and communities of color a meaningful voice in Congress. Now, with longtime Congresswoman

Leadership is not always comfortable. In fact, true leadership often disrupts the status quo, challenges complacency and forces institutions to confront long-standing inefficiencies. That appears to be exactly what is happening in Fort Lauderdale under the leadership of City Manager Rickelle Williams. Williams, the first Black woman to serve as Fort Lauderdale’s city manager, was

This past Saturday marked the highly anticipated grand opening of Kitchen + Kocktails, a premier dining destination founded by acclaimed restaurateur Kevin Kelley. In more than two decades of living in South Florida, few Black-owned business openings have generated this level of excitement, anticipation, and community pride. By any standard, the debut of Kitchen +

Empty seats at the Orange Blossom Classic and dismal alumni giving rates reveal a painful truth: without real support from graduates, our HBCUs cannot thrive. The recent Orange Blossom Classic between Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Howard University was more than just a football game—it was supposed to be a celebration of HBCU pride, culture,