The Southern Truth
Congratulations to Dr. John Warren Newly Elected President of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA)
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief, PACE NEWS Congratulations to Dr. John Warren, the newly elected President of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), chosen during its Annual Conference in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Warren, you will make the difference the Black Press needs—yes, I mean it, and I say it because today, more than…
Read MoreWhy Sean “Diddy” Combs Still Deserves to Be Free on Bond
The Southern Truth Convicted on lesser charges—but still denied bail in a system stacked against him By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief, PACE NEWS I praise God for the message in the book of Romans in the Bible that tells us: All have sinned and come short of the glory of God. This truth resonates powerfully in…
Read MoreDaddy Wasn’t Dumb, He Was Unlearned — Why?
Grandful Walker (Beloved Father, Builder, and Bridge-Maker) The Southern Truth – By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Grandful Walker, one of 11 children born in Senatobia, Mississippi, to Alner and Laura Walker, could not read or write—but mess with his money, and he would know it. Today, Daddy would be considered “dumb” if you listened to…
Read MoreWe Miss Dr. George McKenna — At Least the Community Was Kept Informed About LAUSD and Black Students
The Southern Truth By Dr. Gloria Zuurveen, Founder & Publisher, PACE NEWS The election has come and gone for the seat once held by LAUSD District 1 Board Member Dr. George McKenna. And to this day, I must admit — I do not know who replaced him. As a legally adjudicated Black press outlet responsible…
Read MoreHonoring a Legacy: Jonathan Leonard’s Juneteenth Tradition Lives On in Leimert Park
By Gloria Zuurveen | Southern Truth As the nation marks Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19, a special tribute rises from the heart of South Los Angeles to honor a man whose commitment to history, community, and culture planted deep roots in Leimert Park—Mr. Jonathan Leonard, the original founder of the Leimert Park Juneteenth Celebration. Mr.…
Read MoreGovernor Gavin Newsom is Mad as Hell About Trump’s Militarization of Los Angeles
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief, PACE NEWS Governor Gavin Newsom is fighting mad—and rightfully so—about troops being deployed in his backyard. Yes, he’s mad as hell, and he’s doing something about it. He’s not just speaking out; he’s taking action. He’s seeking justice in the courts and building support on the ground. A…
Read MoreUnseen War: COINTELPRO’s Shadow Lingers — A Southern Truth
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief A new generation is witnessing the full and unmasked face of a familiar enemy. What was once a covert war waged in the shadows by the FBI’s Counterintelligence Program—COINTELPRO—is now the overt reality for Black people in America. This is the enduring legacy of a government that has historically spied on,…
Read More“What’s Really Going On in America?
The Southern Truth By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief Lord, I feel like Marvin Gaye when he penned the words of one of the greatest revolutionary songs during the height of the Vietnam War. “What’s Going On?” he cried—and I find myself echoing that cry today. Back then, America was sending our sons and daughters into a…
Read More“From N.W.A to Always & Forever: Ice Cube’s Commitment Is Revolutionary”
By Gloria Zuurveen, Editor-in-Chief, The Southern Truth “One of a Kind: Ice Cube — When God Made Him, He Broke the Mold. Praise God!” From 32 years of marriage to founding the BIG3 League, Ice Cube is proof that Black men can lead with love, build with vision, and bless generations with their legacy. I…
Read MoreTake Up Your Bed and Walk: Healing from the Addiction of White Supremacy
By Gloria Zuurveen/PACE NEWS/The Southern Truth “When Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had already been in that condition a long time, He said to him, ‘Do you want to be made well?’ The sick man answered Him, ‘Sir, I have no man to put me into the pool when the water…
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