Dec 5, 2021 | History, News & Events
Dear Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, I write to you as a Jamaican American living in upstate NY. I am a Professor of African and African Diaspora Studies at Binghamton University where I have worked for over 16 years. I pray you will humbly accept my letter and consider...
Nov 1, 2021 | History, Memory, News & Events
Dear Baileyblog Readers, Almost five years ago, this blog started with the publication of The Weeping Time, the book, and now I am happy to share that The Weeping time is now an audiobook on AUDIBLE. Thank you so much for your support of this work. Please share widely...
Sep 19, 2021 | History, News & Events
When I was growing up, my brother and I used to love to go to the movies. Now that of course was another time before 24 hour TV and streaming services. Then too, we lived in Jamaica where while we had access to the latest releases, they normally arrived a few...
Jun 27, 2021 | History, Memory, News & Events
Celebrating Juneteenth I am thankful for the many people who made this holiday possible. For those of you who have been following my blog these last four years, you know that I have often heaped praise upon one, in particular, Dr. Ronald Myers, for his pioneering...
Jun 20, 2021 | History, Memory, News & Events
Hello Readers, I am happy to share with you the results of the work of the Truth and Reconciliation Panel at Binghamton University. First, a huge thank you to all the panel members and especially my co-chair, Dr. Sharon Bryant and President Harvey Stenger. TRC...