Pamela Hilliard Owens
@phowens.bsky.social
Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Published Author, Creative Biz Coach, Dog Lover, and Detroit Native. Pam Speaks 2 You: https://pamelahilliardowens.podia.com Substack: https://wearespeaking.substack.com IG: https://www.instagram.com/pamela_hilliard_owens/
Thursday, January 22, 2026
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In the midst of everything, what opportunities do you see?
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#IndependentAuthors
#CreativeProfessionals
January 22, 2026 at 9:42 PM
Thursday, January 22, 2026
In the midst of everything, what opportunities do you see?
#BrandingAndMarketingForTheRestOfUs
#IndependentAuthors
#CreativeProfessionals
In the midst of everything, what opportunities do you see?
#BrandingAndMarketingForTheRestOfUs
#IndependentAuthors
#CreativeProfessionals
Issue #980 Coretta Scott King: So much more than just the wife of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:24 PM
Issue #980 Coretta Scott King: So much more than just the wife of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Every Monday and Wednesday, in “We Are Speaking,” we publish a post about Black History. Subscribe for free or at the paid level.
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As you may know, I am a contributing columnist for the "Detroit Free Press." On this woeful inauguration anniversary for the current administration, this op-ed was published.
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1 year in, Trump isn't testing limits, he’s erasing them | Opinion
Trump’s second term is revealing how quickly a president can dismantle democracy when no one stops him.
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January 20, 2026 at 1:29 PM
As you may know, I am a contributing columnist for the "Detroit Free Press." On this woeful inauguration anniversary for the current administration, this op-ed was published.
www.freep.com/story/opinio...
www.freep.com/story/opinio...
As you may know, I am a contributing columnist for the "Detroit Free Press." On this woeful inauguration anniversary for the current administration, this op-ed was published.www.freep.com/story/opinio...
1 year in, Trump isn't testing limits, he’s erasing them | Opinion
Trump’s second term is revealing how quickly a president can dismantle democracy when no one stops him.
www.freep.com
January 20, 2026 at 1:27 PM
As you may know, I am a contributing columnist for the "Detroit Free Press." On this woeful inauguration anniversary for the current administration, this op-ed was published.www.freep.com/story/opinio...
Issue #979 “The Forgotten Parts of the ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech
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January 19, 2026 at 4:47 PM
Issue #979 “The Forgotten Parts of the ‘I Have a Dream’ Speech
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What ICE and the Trump Administration are currently doing in Minnesota is not funny. But we should always listen to Prince.
January 17, 2026 at 2:59 PM
What ICE and the Trump Administration are currently doing in Minnesota is not funny. But we should always listen to Prince.
Michigan native Stevie Wonder wrote "Happy Birthday to You!" for MLK's birthday.
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan made MLK Day an official holiday on the 3rd Monday of January.
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan made MLK Day an official holiday on the 3rd Monday of January.
January 15, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Michigan native Stevie Wonder wrote "Happy Birthday to You!" for MLK's birthday.
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan made MLK Day an official holiday on the 3rd Monday of January.
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan made MLK Day an official holiday on the 3rd Monday of January.
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King was born OTD 97 years ago.
Former U.S. Representative John Conyers of Detroit lobbied for years to establish a day in his honor.
Former U.S. Representative John Conyers of Detroit lobbied for years to establish a day in his honor.
January 15, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King was born OTD 97 years ago.
Former U.S. Representative John Conyers of Detroit lobbied for years to establish a day in his honor.
Former U.S. Representative John Conyers of Detroit lobbied for years to establish a day in his honor.
Issue #976 William Monroe Trotter, Journalist, Activist, co-founder of the NAACP
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January 14, 2026 at 7:07 PM
Issue #976 William Monroe Trotter, Journalist, Activist, co-founder of the NAACP
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Issue #975 Capitol Police Office Eugene Goodman, Hero Jan 6, 2021
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January 12, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Issue #975 Capitol Police Office Eugene Goodman, Hero Jan 6, 2021
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Issue #973 Arturo Alfonso Schomburg
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Today In Black History: Arturo Alfonso Schomburg
Preserving the History of the African Diaspora
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January 7, 2026 at 5:39 PM
Issue #973 Arturo Alfonso Schomburg
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Keith Owens and Pamela Hilliard Owens publish weekly op-eds for the Detroit Free Press!
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January 6, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Keith Owens and Pamela Hilliard Owens publish weekly op-eds for the Detroit Free Press!
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Issue #972 The first African-South Asian Mayor of NYC Every Monday and Wednesday, in “We Are Speaking,” we publish a Black History post. To financially support us, consider subscribing for free or at the paid level at no more than $5/month.Click QR Code to read the full post and subscribe:
January 5, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Issue #972 The first African-South Asian Mayor of NYC Every Monday and Wednesday, in “We Are Speaking,” we publish a Black History post. To financially support us, consider subscribing for free or at the paid level at no more than $5/month.Click QR Code to read the full post and subscribe:
Issue #972 The first African-South Asian Mayor of NYC Every Monday and Wednesday, in “We Are Speaking,” we publish a Black History post. To financially support us, consider subscribing for free or at the paid level at no more than $5/month.Click QR Code to read the full post and subscribe:
January 5, 2026 at 5:42 PM
Issue #972 The first African-South Asian Mayor of NYC Every Monday and Wednesday, in “We Are Speaking,” we publish a Black History post. To financially support us, consider subscribing for free or at the paid level at no more than $5/month.Click QR Code to read the full post and subscribe:
Happy New Year 2026!
We’re working on BIG changes for all our businesses… stay tuned!
We’re working on BIG changes for all our businesses… stay tuned!
January 5, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Happy New Year 2026!
We’re working on BIG changes for all our businesses… stay tuned!
We’re working on BIG changes for all our businesses… stay tuned!
Happy New Year! Enjoy this special "We Are Speaking" issue:
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January 2, 2026 at 2:19 PM
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Happy New Year, 2026!
This is how I'm going into the new year. How about you?
This is how I'm going into the new year. How about you?
January 1, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Happy New Year, 2026!
This is how I'm going into the new year. How about you?
This is how I'm going into the new year. How about you?
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 5: Nia = Purpose
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 5: Nia = Purpose
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
December 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 5: Nia = Purpose
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 5: Nia = Purpose
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habari Gani? Principle 4: Ujamaa, Cooperative Economics
Kwanzaa is a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habari Gani? Principle 4: Ujamaa, Cooperative Economics
Kwanzaa is a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
December 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habari Gani? Principle 4: Ujamaa, Cooperative Economics
Kwanzaa is a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habari Gani? Principle 4: Ujamaa, Cooperative Economics
Kwanzaa is a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 2: Kujichagulia, Self-Determination. Use the Black Candle to light the first Red Candle.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 2: Kujichagulia, Self-Determination. Use the Black Candle to light the first Red Candle.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
December 27, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 2: Kujichagulia, Self-Determination. Use the Black Candle to light the first Red Candle.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habari Gani? Day/Principle 2: Kujichagulia, Self-Determination. Use the Black Candle to light the first Red Candle.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habara Gani? Day/Principle 1: Umoja, Unity
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habara Gani? Day/Principle 1: Umoja, Unity
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
December 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Happy Kwanzaa 2025!
Habara Gani? Day/Principle 1: Umoja, Unity
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Habara Gani? Day/Principle 1: Umoja, Unity
What Kwanzaa is: a seven-day (Dec 26-Jan 1) global celebration based on African values.
Learn more about Black History and Culture at our Substack: wearespeaking.substack.com
Daily graphic designed by Sydney Turner: sydgrafix.com
Merry Christmas!
Along with explaining to some folks that it’s not a “War on Christmas” to also say “Happy Holidays,” I also have to explain every year that writing “Xmas” is not “taking Christ out of Christmas.”
Along with explaining to some folks that it’s not a “War on Christmas” to also say “Happy Holidays,” I also have to explain every year that writing “Xmas” is not “taking Christ out of Christmas.”
December 25, 2025 at 6:23 PM
Merry Christmas!
Along with explaining to some folks that it’s not a “War on Christmas” to also say “Happy Holidays,” I also have to explain every year that writing “Xmas” is not “taking Christ out of Christmas.”
Along with explaining to some folks that it’s not a “War on Christmas” to also say “Happy Holidays,” I also have to explain every year that writing “Xmas” is not “taking Christ out of Christmas.”
With the new year fast approaching, this is a good time to remember this:
December 22, 2025 at 2:43 PM
With the new year fast approaching, this is a good time to remember this:
Are you a subscriber to the Detroit Free Press?
Do you know that I am now a contributing columnist, along with Keith Owens?
(You can subscribe to the FREEP for only $1 for the first month.)
Below is my latest column, AND it will also be published in USA Today!
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Do you know that I am now a contributing columnist, along with Keith Owens?
(You can subscribe to the FREEP for only $1 for the first month.)
Below is my latest column, AND it will also be published in USA Today!
www.freep.com/story/opinio...
There's no 'War on Christmas.' Other holidays exist. | Opinion
America is a diverse nation. Saying 'happy holidays' doesn't hurt Christmas.
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December 19, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Are you a subscriber to the Detroit Free Press?
Do you know that I am now a contributing columnist, along with Keith Owens?
(You can subscribe to the FREEP for only $1 for the first month.)
Below is my latest column, AND it will also be published in USA Today!
www.freep.com/story/opinio...
Do you know that I am now a contributing columnist, along with Keith Owens?
(You can subscribe to the FREEP for only $1 for the first month.)
Below is my latest column, AND it will also be published in USA Today!
www.freep.com/story/opinio...