Corey Brooks

Pastor Corey Brooks, known as the "Rooftop Pastor," is the founder and Senior Pastor of New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the CEO of Project H.O.O.D. (Helping Others Obtain Destiny), the church's local mission. He gained national attention for his 94-day and 343-day rooftop vigils to transform the notorious "O-Block," once known as Chicago's most dangerous block, into #OpportunityBlock. Learn more at ProjectHOOD.org.

Dear America, I still believe in you. Let me count the ways

Opinion 21 mins ago

Dear America, I still believe in you. Let me count the ways

I love you for the way you welcome second chances. You are the land where mistakes and tragedies can be stepping stones. I still believe in you, America, and with much hope.

Why so many Blacks like me are leaving the chains of the Democratic Party

Opinion October 29

Why so many Blacks like me are leaving the chains of the Democratic Party

I am often asked, "Why is it that Democrats run for office on endless promises to help us and things only get worse?" What has improved in their lives since their childhood?

Kamala Harris wants this Black man's vote. Why can't she treat us like the Americans we are?

OPINION October 22

Kamala Harris wants this Black man's vote. Why can't she treat us like the Americans we are?

Former President Barack Obama recently told Black men to get out and vote for VP Kamala Harris. If Obama cannot see us as individuals, that’s a reflection on what he truly thinks of us.

It's easy to bash Chicago. I challenge critics to do one thing to bring real change

OPINION October 15

It's easy to bash Chicago. I challenge critics to do one thing to bring real change

I serve as a pastor on the South Side of Chicago. We’ve become a society where we sit back and expect others, the government, or institutions to make sweeping societal changes.

I am not buying the 'hate speech' ruse and you shouldn't either

OPINION October 8

I am not buying the 'hate speech' ruse and you shouldn't either

We can never allow the principle of free speech to be compromised in any way. It is the greatest principle and power that man could ever possess.

The serious crisis gripping America that no one wants to talk about

OPINION October 1

The serious crisis gripping America that no one wants to talk about

In the home where a child grows up with two parents, the child witnesses love. The circle is complete.

America, quit the obsession with silly memes and online debates. It's time to get serious about our future

OPINION September 24

America, quit the obsession with silly memes and online debates. It's time to get serious about our future

While the internet is flooded with jokes and distractions, I’m down here in the trenches, trying to keep the American Dream alive for my people.

Schools all over America are failing our kids. Parents, this message is for you

OPINION September 17

Schools all over America are failing our kids. Parents, this message is for you

Rooftop Revelations: For the life of me, I cannot understand why education is not the number one focus today. Schools all over America are failing our kids.

Democrats continue to play Black people for fools and you won't believe the latest example

OPINION September 10

Democrats continue to play Black people for fools and you won't believe the latest example

Lawmakers in California recently put forth legislation that would have given migrants up to $150,000 to use as a down payment for a house. I couldn't help but think of my staff.

My 21-year-old godson just died a horrible, senseless death. He is not a statistic

OPINION September 3

My 21-year-old godson just died a horrible, senseless death. He is not a statistic

I will admit I had flashes of quitting after I heard the news about Christion. The pain of dealing with his death is excruciating. I often wonder what meaning is to be found?