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Michael Coard
Opinion contributor Michael Coard, an attorney and radio host, is a columnist for the Philadelphia Tribune. His work appears on Tuesdays on the Capital-Star’s Commentary Page. Readers may follow him on Twitter @michaelcoard.
Philly’s settlement a win for protesters; police reform fight continues | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - March 26, 2023
This was a 'truly unique civil rights lawsuit' because it sought more than mere money.
Shapiro’s support for Cheyney Univ. is welcome — and badly needed | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - March 12, 2023
The HBCU needs equitable -- not just equal -- funding to make up for decades of racist underfunding
Pa. Gov. Shapiro evolves, seeks to abolish fallible and irreversible death penalty | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - February 24, 2023
Shapiro's view on capital punishment has evolved, and a columnist's view of him has too. Here's why.
When it comes to racism in Pa., not much has changed | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - February 10, 2023
A look at the commonwealth's history reveals a long and troubling past.
Black members of Philadelphia’s Union League face a test | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - January 31, 2023
Are they scared and selfish? Or are they courageous self-respecting African Americans?
Driving while Black? Make sure you avoid these common traps | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - January 10, 2023
A city law backed by Councilmember Isaiah Thomas offers equality and protection for Black drivers.
Philly’s Africatown could be resurrection of Tulsa’s ‘Black Wall Street’ | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - December 13, 2022
I'll expect to see you there every day, supporting SW Philly's renaissance.
The 13th Amendment didn’t end slavery – but it did fuel mass incarceration | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - December 6, 2022
Black people are still being enslaved in 21st century America. This is how
A reminder for your holiday table: Thanksgiving celebrates a racist genocide | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - November 22, 2022
The tragic residue of the horrific plight that began 401 years ago continues to exist in 2022.
Ten good reasons why Black Pennsylvanians should vote on Nov. 8 | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - November 1, 2022
You must vote and you must encourage Black freedom-loving family members, relatives, friends, associates, neighbors and co-workers to vote.
Republicans are targeting innocent Black voters. Here’s how | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - October 26, 2022
There's a new Jim Crow when it comes to voting. Here's how to make your voice heard at the polls.
How Octavius Catto is keeping up the fight for Black voting rights | Michael Coard
By: Michael Coard - October 4, 2022
A century-and-a-half after his death, the Philadelphia icon's inheritors are continuing his fight.