Substacks recommended by Chandra A. Hardy | A Civil Rights Power Couple

Recommended by Chandra A. Hardy

I've covered everything from three wars, a few presidential campaigns, the Stonewall riots and the Rolling Stones. This column reflects that history and is about politics, culture, personal stories, and the nation's descent into anti-democratic madness.

Lucian Truscott knows his U.S. history like few authors on this platform. Much respect for his reporting and perspective.

- Chandra A. Hardy

The Liberation Letters

By Caroline J. Sumlin

A collection of personal essays, cultural criticism, and reflections on liberation, healing, and decolonizing the beliefs that shape how we live, love, work, and dream.

Because she addresses white supremacy as the greatest domestic terrorist threat and she IS an expert because she lives it.

- Chandra A. Hardy

In Retrospect with Frederick Joseph

This is a space for reflection and reckoning. It looks at the world and the self in the same breath, tracing how culture, power, politics, and personal experience collide to shape who we are. Each piece seeks clarity in the chaos, finding meaning

Heartfelt, introspective and moving writing on profoundly deep topics. The one on Jordan Neely, in particular, got me to subscribe.

- Chandra A. Hardy

Writers Are Superstars

By Kern Carter

Follow the lead of an ambitious author on his journey to building a literary legacy.

An author that is always encouraging and uplifting regarding the craft of writing and how to better connect to readers.

- Chandra A. Hardy

15th Century Feminist

By 15thCenturyFeminist

Here we'll explore how medieval misogyny informs modern philosophy while uncovering the feminisms of the Middle Ages. No longer will the women of the Middle Ages be erased, minimized, or villainized.

A deep dive into early feminists and sexism/misogyny that LONG predates any other "ism." She perfectly relates it to modern misogyny/sexism. Plus, we are both history buffs and connect on that level too.

- Chandra A. Hardy

Let's Not Be Trash

By Stanley Fritz

A newsletter for multi-dimensional men, and anyone who can relate to the stories, experiences, and feelings. We write about sex, patriarchy, sexism, love, Hip Hop, Politics, Social Justice, Race, More Race and Ruminations

This author not only writes interesting stuff, but he seeks to elevate women writers around him which is so rare, particularly on such important topics as "daddy issues" that have plagued my entire existence. He's a true ally to women.

- Chandra A. Hardy

Raising Myles

By Marc Typo

A first-time dad writes letters to his newborn son, Myles, every Monday, sharing the joy he didn't experience himself with the world. Inspired by Ta-Nehisi Coates' "Between the World and Me."

Because this father is the one I wish I had had: consciencious, involved, present.

- Chandra A. Hardy

We Are Speaking

By Keith Owens and Pamela Hilliard Owens

Married couple Keith and Pamela Owens want you to learn about Black History and to read op-eds from a Black perspective. We publish daily Notes and podcast episodes, as well as original Black History articles and op-eds, each twice weekly.

This publication covers important Black history and current events. Learning from those who live it is the best way.

- Chandra A. Hardy

From Streets to Scholarship by Terence Lester

From Streets to Scholarship is a newsletter about dignity, compassion, justice, faith, culture, and what we can do to create change.

Because Black and women's history is my jam and he lives it.

- Chandra A. Hardy

400 Years

By Dr. D. Elisabeth Glassco

Here are essays that blend biography and narrative nonfiction to recover the Black tradition of resistance too often left out of American textbooks.

Textbook quality articles from an expert that cover U.S. history and Black history

- Chandra A. Hardy

What I'm Reading

By Phil Lewis

An award-winning newsletter that shares some of the most interesting and informative news stories about the Black experience in America. 2024 Webby Award honoree.

An enormous asset to my work with weekly round-ups about current events impacting the Black community.

- Chandra A. Hardy

Dr. Mary Marshall's Collection

By Dr. Mary M. Marshall

Welcome to Dr. Mary Marshall’s Collection, a newsletter discussing the intersection of family history and American history, culture, and politics including general information on basic genealogy.

Dr. Marshall writes about interesting personal family history like I do.

- Chandra A. Hardy

A Sip, A Shout Out & A Sentence

By C. Elyse

Everything necessary to fuel the muse: craft tips, book/film and short story reviews, writing prompts, and curated cocktails!

I love her poetry and she has been so supportive and encouraging of this white lady teaching Black and women's history. I take my cues from those who live it.

- Chandra A. Hardy

Love Lives Here with Michell C. Clark

Love for self. Love for community. Love for the world. All interconnected. All essential. All here.

An important read on taking care of our well-being

- Chandra A. Hardy