Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 04/09/2026www.ms.now/opinion/pier...ms.nowOpinion | Pierre Damas Bel embodied all the traits America says it values. He got treated like a criminal.Garry Pierre-Pierre: America should want more immigrants like Pierre Damas Bel 010
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 28/07/2026The "T" in Temporary Protected Status stands for temporary. I agree. But temporary protection shouldn't end while the conditions that justified it remain. We'll be discussing TPS, immigration and how journalists should cover these stories 000
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Haitian doctors, nurses and caregivers helped carry America through Covid. Now many Haitians who have spent years building lives here are being told they were only ever “temporary.” My latest for MS NOW asks what that contradiction says about America. www.ms.now/opinion/hait...ms.nowOpinion | Haitians deserved better from the Supreme CourtGarry Pierre-Pierre: Pulling up the welcome mat for Haitians is contrary to American values 000
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 26/06/2026haitiantimes.com/2026/06/26/h... Haiti didn't win a match at the World Cup. But we won something else. For a few weeks, the world saw Haiti because of excellence, not crisis.The lesson isn't about football. It's about the diaspora. The distance between pride and power is organization. My latesthaitiantimes.comHaiti’s World Cup run reveals distance between pride and powerHaiti’s World Cup campaign ended without a win, but the tournament exposed a deeper truth: the diaspora’s passion must be matched by structure. 000
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 12/06/2026In 1974, I watched Emmanuel Sanon score against Italy from a crowded living room in Haiti. In 2026, Haiti returns to the World Cup carrying not just the dreams of a nation, but of a global diaspora. A nation scattered can still move in the same direction. #Haiti #WorldCup2026 #Diaspora 000
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 07/05/2026From protest to power: the work we still haven’t finished haitiantimes.com/2026/05/07/h... In the 1990s, Haitian New Yorkers were everywhere and nowhere at once—like a current running beneath the surface of the city, powerful but unseen.haitiantimes.comFrom protest to power: the work we still haven’t finishedHaitian Americans must build lasting institutions to sustain progress beyond activism and political representation. 000
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 24/04/2026url-media.com/black-beyond... Then came a moment that reframed everything. A journalist from the Middle East stood up and said their panels had also been rejected. They were upset, but had done nothing. “You Americans acted,” he said. “That’s leadership.”url-media.comWhen the door closed in Perugia, we built our own roomAt the International Journalism Festival, Black journalists from around the globe talked about efforts to diminish Black media when it’s needed most. 010
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 06/04/2026#NYC just like I pictured it. So good to be back here in the East coast to be closer to friends and family. Oh this is our front yard view. 000
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 29/03/2026At the Indianapolis #NoKing March, these two ladies probably in their 70s were looking at this picture of Bad Bunny and one of them said, “is that Mamdani?” my wife told them who it was and they said “oh yeah we saw him at the Super Bowl!” Lol 010
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 03/12/2025youtu.be/87bLPvkMi_A?...youtu.be“Nostalgia is Addictive—And Authoritarians Know It” | THE THINKERS: Garry Pierre-PierreYouTube video by Coda Story 020
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 12/11/2025Haiti is in the pause between heartbeats — and the world looks away. So here's what I’m doing: I’m donating 100% of paid Substack subscriptions to fund journalism scholarships for Haitian students. Help me build the storytellers Haiti needs. pierresquared.substack.com/p/no-electio...pierresquared.substack.comNo Elections, No Government, No Excuses: Why Haiti Must Rebuild Itself NowWith democracy deferred and legitimacy fading, Haiti risks becoming a nation that survives — but no longer governs itself. 020
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 29/10/2025www.makingpeacevisible.org/garry-pierre... In media and in life, storytelling is power. If you don’t tell your own story, others will fill in the blanks — and you may not like how they tell it.makingpeacevisible.orgMPV Podcast | How immigrant and ethnic news media are fighting disinformation — Making Peace VisibleIn an age of viral misinformation, ethnic and Indigenous media play a crucial role in countering falsehoods that target their communities. A new report, Disarming Disinformation: United States (ICFJ, ... 010
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreSarah Gustavus Lim @saragl.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Garry not only captured what's at stake for immigrant publishers in the US but also some strategies that could bring in additional financial support for immigrant-led publications and help make their organizations more sustainable. 001
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 10/07/2025Initially, I aimed simply to tell untold stories of Haitians like myself, not to become a community leader. However, I soon realized that in immigrant media, reporting on your community isn't enough — you must stand with it.niemanreports.orgImmigrant Media: Serving Communities at a Critical Moment - Nieman ReportsOutlets are under increasing political and financial pressure at a time when they are needed most. 032
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 10/06/2025Amid persistent corruption and weakening public trust in Haitian institutions, on May 27, the Anti-Corruption Unit launched the “Integrity Clubs” program in schools aiming to instill anti-corruption values in youth haitiantimes.com/2025/06/10/h...haitiantimes.comIn Haiti’s northeast, ‘Integrity Clubs’ sow seeds of anti-corruption educationHaiti's anti-corruption unit, ULCC, has launched "Integrity Clubs” in the northeast to teach youth anti-corruption values from an early age. Students from approximately 20 schools in Fort-Liberté and ... 010
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreAnne Applebaum @anneapplebaum.wsocial.eu · 13/02/2025A reminder: Vladimir Putin could end the war in Ukraine right now, just by ordering his soldiers to go home. No need for treaties or negotiations. 216124193557
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreChris Kluwe @chriswarcraft.bsky.social · 05/02/2025Sometimes you just have to say “fuck you” with a flourish 1612620737725
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 05/02/2025🇭🇹🇨🇲RJ Oben, a defensive standout of Haitian and Cameroonian descent, showcased his skills in the Senior Bowl as NFL scouts evaluated top prospects. haitiantimes.com/2025/02/04/r...haitiantimes.comRJ Oben turns heads at Senior Bowl as NFL scouts take noticeNotre Dame’s RJ Oben showcased his talent at the Senior Bowl, earning praise from scouts as he eyes the 2025 NFL Draft. 053
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 04/02/2025Brooklyn’s Little Haiti is gripped by fear as ICE raids spark anxiety among residents. Businesses are struggling, and even those with legal status are staying indoors. Here’s how the crackdown is affecting the community. Swipe through ➡️ #NYC #LittleHaitiBK #Haitians #Immigration 156
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreRachel Maddow @maddow.bsky.social · 02/02/2025Today from Timothy Snyder, author of On Tyranny: snyder.substack.com/p/the-logic-... 591177645756
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreRep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @ocasio-cortez.house.gov · 22/01/2025SHARE WIDELY. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. With mass deportations starting today across the country, it is vitally important - for both citizens and non-citizens - to know your rights. You have the right to remain silent. Assert it. You have the right to a lawyer. Ask for one. (1/3) 9275172628524
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 16/01/2025 #Art & #Culture 🇭🇹Some major cultural traditions and events embodying the endurance of Haitian culture thrived in 2024 and are set to return in 2025 haitiantimes.com/2025/01/15/9...haitiantimes.com8 Port-au-Prince cultural events to look forward to in 2025Several major annual events took place, notably in Port-au-Prince, the Haitian capital, providing residents with moments to celebrate and find respite from the chaos fueled by escalating gang activity... 052
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreGarry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 13/01/2025It's been an opportunity of a lifetime 021
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Dive into this quiz to learn fascinating facts about Haiti’s wildlife, from its national bird to its unique amphibians. haitiantimes.com/2025/01/05/d...haitiantimes.comDiscovering Haiti's Wildlife Part 1: General Knowledge QuizHow much do you know about Haiti's unique species? Take this quiz and find out! 093
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreMalcolm Nance, Leading Resister @malcolmnance.bsky.social · 08/01/2025LETS DO THIS: Close your Threads, Instagram and Facebook accounts … at high noon on 20 Jan 2025 right after you do it to X. The #GreatTwitterWalkoff can also be the #GreatMetaWalkoff. Let’s do it simultaneously and show our power. 2116244707035
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 07/01/2025Welcome to Rony Charles’ sugarcane liquor factory, one of the 25 raw liquor factories in the Breda-Kadouch village haitiantimes.com/2025/01/07/d...haitiantimes.comA day in a raw sugarcane liquor factory in Haiti | PHOTOSImages from a day of work at a sugarcane liquor factory in Quartier-Morin, a northern commune. The raw liquor-making business has been struggling in recent years due to the gang violence in Port-au-Pr... 052
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreReally American @reallyamerican.bsky.social · 24/12/2024Make sure everyone sees this. 586121164286
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 24/12/2024haitiantimes.com/2024/12/24/c...haitiantimes.comCap-Haïtien’s Christmas spirit shines brightly amid floods and hardships | PHOTOSLegendary Haitian Christmas song, Abdenwèl, softly blared from the speakers inside Nice Cream. It was a complementary sign that Christmas was well alive in Haiti despite all. 041
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 19/12/2024🇭🇹🎉 Haiti’s top artisans unite to celebrate craftsmanship, showcasing resilience through creativity and skill. haitiantimes.com/2024/12/18/a...haitiantimes.comPottery, paintings, and passion abound at Haiti's 18th Artisanat en Fête | PhotosHaiti’s largest arts and crafts festival, Artisanat en Fête, brings over 230 artisans together to celebrate creativity, tradition, and craftsmanship. 031
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 18/12/2024🇭🇹😋 TasteAtlas honors Haiti’s culinary gems like pikliz, griot, and diri ak djondjon haitiantimes.com/2024/12/17/h...haitiantimes.comGlobal guide TasteAtlas ranks Haitian cuisine among world’s bestHaitian food shines globally! TasteAtlas ranks Haitian cuisine 67th among the world’s best, featuring dishes like pikliz and griot. 053
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 17/12/2024🇭🇹🎉 Haitian American running back Ashton Jeanty eyes records after finishing second in the closest Heisman Trophy race since 2009. haitiantimes.com/2024/12/16/a...haitiantimes.comHaitian American Ashton Jeanty vows comeback after Heisman lossBoise State star Ashton Jeanty reflects on his historic season, Heisman Trophy runner-up finish, and focus on breaking records. 031
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 06/12/2024🎉 Celebrate the season with gifts that showcase Haitian culture! 🇭🇹 Find exclusive discounts and amazing brands in The Haitian Times Holiday Gift Guide. Shop now: haitiantimes.com/holiday-gift...haitiantimes.comShop your favorite Haitian brands this holiday seasonDiscover unique, handcrafted holiday gifts that support Haitian artisans. Shop leather clutches, ornaments, and more to give back this season. 051
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Today, your generosity can make an even bigger difference. Thanks to a matching donation grant, every dollar you give will be doubled—making this the most powerful time to support The Haitian Times. 🇭🇹 Donate at haitiantimes.com/donate 093
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 29/11/2024#BlackFriday | 🎁✨ Show your Haitian pride this holiday season with gifts that speak to our culture! Shop The Haitian Times Marketplace for branded merch, locally inspired MADE IN lines, and unique small gifts under $25. 🇭🇹 Shop Today haitiantimes.com/marketplace/haitiantimes.comThe Haitian Times MarketplaceShop The Haitian Times Marketplace for branded merch, locally inspired MADE IN lines, and small gifts under $25. 022
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 28/11/2024🇭🇹 Thanksgiving isn’t just turkey—it’s griot, pikliz, and SO much more! Haitian Americans are redefining the holiday table. See how culture meets tradition. 🦃 What’s your go-to Haitian dish for Thanksgiving? haitiantimes.com/2023/11/23/h...haitiantimes.com 073
Garry Pierre-Pierre @gpp1115.bsky.social · 23/11/2024Are anyone going to be left at Fox news and Florida when Trump is done assembling his cabinet? 010
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 20/11/2024🏆🇭🇹 An Emmy nomination for highlight inequalities in NYC 🗽 haitiantimes.com/2024/11/20/e...haitiantimes.comBrooklyn’s Tadia Toussaint’s Emmy nod underscores her knack for elevating marginalized voices in NYCEmmy-nominated filmmaker Tadia Toussaint sheds light on NYC’s housing inequities in her latest documentary. A Brooklyn native and former Haitian Times journalist, Toussaint blends advocacy and artistr... 031
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 20/11/2024🎁 It's Gift Giving Season & our readers are looking for unique, culturally-centered gifts this holiday season—items that celebrate or originate from Haitian culture. Our Holiday Gift Guide offers small businesses a special opportunity to connect with thousands. 🎁📍Register here - bit.ly/THTGiftGuidebit.lyHoliday Gift GuideThis holiday season, The Haitian Times is thrilled to launch our Holiday Gift Guide, an exclusive opportunity for brands to reach a broad and engaged audience, looking for meaningful and […] 032
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 18/11/2024Konpa to the world! 🇭🇹 Alan Cave made history over the weekend at MSG 🗽 haitiantimes.com/2024/11/17/a...haitiantimes.comAlan Cavé opens for African music star GIMS at Madison Square GardenAlan Cavé became the first Haitian artist to perform Haitian music live at Madison Square Garden, opening for African star GIMS. 083
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 18/11/2024🇭🇹⚽️ We’re in the #GoldCup! 🎉 haitiantimes.com/2024/11/17/h...haitiantimes.comHaiti national team secures Gold Cup spot, League A return with 8-0 win dedicated to injured teammateHaiti’s national soccer team secured Gold Cup qualification and a return to League A with a stunning 8-0 win over Sint Maarten. 0114
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 17/11/2024The violence in Haiti’s capital has surged this past week. Schools, businesses and now even flights to and from have all come to a grinding halt. haitiantimes.com/2024/11/14/h...haitiantimes.comWhat is happening in Haiti’s Port-au-Prince today as gang violence surges for a fourth day?The capital of Haiti, Port-au-Prince, woke up Thursday for the fourth day under the widespread violence of gangs. Residents of neighborhoods that have not yet been attacked by gangs, or those living i... 054
Reposted by Garry Pierre-PierreThe Haitian Times 🇭🇹 @thehaitiantimes.bsky.social · 14/11/2024Get to know us and our commitment to the Haitian diaspora community! haitiantimes.com/about-the-ha...haitiantimes.comAbout The Haitian TimesHaitians in the United States have transformed from a group of transient exiles into a vibrant immigrant community in the span of three decades. Its members have become an inextricable […] 1105
