In the middle of a pandemic and a civil rights movement (Black Lives Matter), I experienced much pain but also in the midst of the pain, moments of joy. How and why this happens is beyond me. What I have learned is to live in Read More …
In light of the Black Lives Matter protests following the death of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor, many are questioning their prejudice, bias, and role in perpetuating systemic racism. It is not enough to not be a racist, you must strive to be Read More …
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”–George Santayana, The Life of Reason, 1905. “What history teaches is that men have never learned anything from it.” — Hegel Movies and television programs in the 1960s had us thinking that by the year Read More …
During the protests, people are talking about systemic racism, over-policing, school-to-prison pipeline, police brutality and defunding the police. You need to understand where this is coming from. This is but a primer to understand a small portion of the issues leading to cries for defunding Read More …
“Burn this B*tch Down,” Louis Head shouted in anger after learning of St. Louis County Prosecutor Robert (Bob) McCulloch’s announcement that the Ferguson grand jury returned a no true bill against Officer Darren Wilson for the death of Michael Brown. The protests began and so did Read More …
March is Women’s History Month. I am always conflicted about it. It follows Black History Month and there’s a natural angst because I rarely see feminists highlight the contributions of women of color. Every election cycle there is an interesting spectacle of candidates who claim Read More …
I am my father’s daughter. Father’s Day is quickly approaching and it is bittersweet. My mom used to make a big to-do over Father’s Day. My dad was already spoiled, but on this day he was treated even more kingly. My dad is no longer with Read More …