Mychal Denzel 's Articles
Critics Miss the Mark on Rihanna's Video
With her new controversial video "Man Down," Rihanna defies stereotypes about rape victims.
Homophobic Slurs Are Always Meant to Offend
Kobe Bryant's recent use of an anti-gay slur is a prime example of how we need to directly address homophobia -- by re-examining what it means to be a man.
Growing Pains of a Male Feminist
One young black man explains how he believes in feminist ideals but often catches himself falling short.
Does Bill Maher's Racial Humor Get a Pass?
Bill Maher has liberal views, lots of black friends and a politically incorrect sense of humor. Does all that make his off-color Obama jokes OK?
African Americans Must Reclaim Black History Month
How did we allow it to devolve into a celebration of handpicked and anointed heroes, stripped of their historical relevance and made into hollow representations of themselves?

















