It’s been a few weeks since my last post and, honestly, I’ve struggled as to what to do next; both personally as well as publicly in my attempts to join the Resistance against the president-elect. Initially, I felt an overwhelming need to vent my frustration and anger at those voters who, defiant in their ignorance, … [Read more…]
When I put my mind to it (and am suitably motivated), I can often put thoughts and feelings into a coherently written blog post. Sometimes, however, there’s not much to say when someone else has done it as eloquently as Jeremy Mitchell has in this quote that I saw on Twitter. (Thank you, Black Aziz … [Read more…]
I’ve been thinking a lot about privilege in the aftermath of an election nightmare that resulted in president-elect Trump. I’ve been thinking about empathy as well, but let’s start this discussion with privilege. Privilege is defined as “a special right, advantage, or immunity granted or available only to a particular person or group of people.” … [Read more…]
For quite a few months, I’ve been one of the Colin Kaepernick’s strongest supporters. But that support immediately dried up when he didn’t vote in the general election for President. This tweet was once pinned to my Twitter profile. Though the point is still valid (and relevant), it’s since been removed. If you’re outraged when Kap … [Read more…]
I repeat, Donald Trump is not my President. And I don’t know which ‘America’ voted for him on Election Day, but it was NOT my America. I say this not for the sake of hyperbole, nor dramatics. And it’s not a statement made in anger, but certainly one borne out of clear and irrefutable facts … [Read more…]
In the wake of the Eric Garner case, or lack thereof, I’m left with a feeling that there’s virtually no hope for the prospects of black men in America; especially young black men. I’m certainly not alone in this feeling. All one need do is turn on their television to see tens of thousands of … [Read more…]