Black Texans, Inc.

BVB | Black Vote Block | Voices of the Empowered “Plow Forward.” Luke 9:62 “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God.” Song of the New Abolition by Nija Higgins:  https://youtu.be/u_cXAC5-zto?si=8Jz0VWGeBey0hRvA The Black Vote Block (BVB) is a new effort to engage, energize, and empower the next generation of freedom fighters through civic responsibility and community leadership. This movement is rooted in faith, courage, and responsibility. Just as scripture teaches that those who take hold of the plow must press forward without looking back, we too must move forward with determination to build stronger communities and a more just society. Our mission is simple but powerful: Organize the vote. Protect the vote. Elevate the voice of the Black community. The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 29:2: “When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.” Throughout American history, civ...

There is an old saying: “Real knows real.” When you meet David and Aracely, you quickly understand exactly what that means. They are the real thing—true missionaries with hearts on fire to serve the Lord and draw others toward the love of Jesus Christ. ANGELS IN GOD’S ARMY: David and Aracely have not only served faithfully in moments of crisis, they have stepped forward to build lasting opportunities for families and children throughout the community. During the winter break, they helped establish IX Sports, creating a safe and encouraging space for young people to stay active, develop discipline, and grow in character. They also helped launch an afterschool program and are planning additional events where children can come together to play, learn, and deepen their understanding of Jesus Christ. But their commitment to service does not stop there. David and Aracely are also founding members of the Coffee Allo Cooperative, an initiative designed to help families transform their lives th...

WE WON’T GO BACK A Statement from Pastor. Kyev P. Tatum, Sr. |  https://vimeo.com/756520277 The statue known as “One Riot, One Ranger” stands as a reminder of a complicated and painful history associated with the Texas Rangers Division. That history did not prevent the local baseball franchise from placing the monument prominently at Globe Life Field. For many Texans, however, the statue raises an important question about what—and whose history—is being honored in a modern, taxpayer-supported stadium ( https://youtu.be/u_cXAC5-zto?si=F6PicVgPB4K0XW_h ). As a former state official with the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People in Texas and a past president of the Texas Hill Country Branch, I wholeheartedly endorse the statement issued by the Arlington NAACP regarding the Texas Rangers statue at Globe Life Field. It should never feel like open season on disrespecting and insulting the Black community. Yet moments like this often send that very message. The statue...

FROM THE BATTLEFIELD TO THE BALLFIELD: The Legacy of Blacks in the Military and the Negro Leagues in America. By Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Worth, Texas.  As the United States approaches 250 years as a nation, we are reminded that America’s strength has always come from the courage of people from many backgrounds who believed deeply in the promise of freedom. Black soldiers defended the nation on battlefields. Black athletes demonstrated excellence on baseball diamonds. Together they helped move America closer to its founding ideals. Their story is not simply a Black story. It is an American story. Black Texan Soldiers and Black Texans in the Negro Leagues A Historical Reflection on Texas Black Soldiers, Negro League Ballplayers, and the Living Legacy of New Trinity Cemetery Memorial Day Weekend — May 16, 2026 By Kyev P. Tatum Sr. Publisher, Black Texans Inc. As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, we are reminded that...