About Ray Marcano

Ray Marcano is a long-time, award winning journalist who has written and edited for some of the country's most prominent media brands. He's former national president of the Society of Professional Journalists, a two-time Pulitzer juror and a Fulbright Fellow.

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November 18, 2022
Interest rate increases impact Black homebuyers in ways that go far beyond higher mortgage payments, including impacting future wealth
A family sits on the steps of a house
November 14, 2022
The answers from the Black Census will give elected officials a roadmap to address the needs of the Black community.
November 3, 2022
3 organizations, all led by women of color, have fought a coordinated battle for choice and reproductive rights ahead of…
Stuffing dressing debate theGrio.com
October 30, 2022
Whether you call it dressing or stuffing—and whichever bread you use to make it—this holiday side dish evokes strong opinions.
Macaroni and cheese theGrio.com
October 9, 2022
Fall means family gatherings, with mac and cheese gracing many of our tables. But is there a right way to…
Maryland
October 6, 2022
In Black America, Democrats and Republicans offer starkly different views on the impact racism has on their lives and ability…
Supreme Court building, theGrio.com
October 4, 2022
The rights of Black voters in Alabama could be diluted based on the outcome of a voting rights case before…
September 26, 2022
The work-from-home craze threatens to create another segregated societal system that could put Black workers at a disadvantage, experts say.
Pork theGrio.com
September 18, 2022
African Americans have a complicated relationship with pork but eat it more than any other demographic—including this foolproof pork shoulder…
BBQ Sauce theGrio.com
September 3, 2022
Sure, you could use a store-bought BBQ sauce this Labor Day holiday, but don't your ribs, wings and chops deserve…
potato salad theGrio.com
September 2, 2022
Why would anyone ruin a perfectly good potato salad—or cookout—with this stuff?
August 30, 2022
Jayland Walker's family wants more transparency as authorities continue to investigate the June 27 police shooting that left him dead.
August 29, 2022
Parents are more likely to support candidates whose educational values align with theirs, regardless of party, a new survey makes…
Chicken wings
August 28, 2022
Looking for a way to lighten up your beloved chicken wings without losing the golden crispiness? You won't miss the…
Shrimp and Grits theGrio.com
August 20, 2022
Shrimp and grits. That's all you have to say to get my mouth watering. It's a dish you would think…
August 19, 2022
The ACLU and others question the negative impact facial recognition technology Black people and communities of color. 
August 13, 2022
Black people are more likely to distrust the use of facial recognition technology by police, though they say some uses…
August 11, 2022
AKRON, Ohio — Pamela Walker carries the weight of agony.  It’s a feeling that attacks at any time. It comes…
Brooke Brimm vegan soul food theGrio.com
July 30, 2022
Soul food doesn't have to be unhealthy. Using vegan recipes turns those traditional dishes into healthy treats.
Cornbread theGrio.com
July 23, 2022
Cornbread can be traditional, sweet, or kicked up with a few added ingredients. No matter how you eat it you…