Dear America, At 249 years old, you’re not exactly young anymore, but in the grand scheme of history, you’re still finding your way. As a teacher, I often see potential in my students that they don’t yet see in themselves. … Continue reading C+: A Letter to America at 249 Years
I have just come back from a full day at the National Museum of African American History and Culture as I say goodbye to Washington, DC. It’s the last night of the CBC and as I sit in the lobby … Continue reading From Vision to Victory
It’s that time of year again, where the sun blazes, and so does our commitment to Black liberation. Yes, it’s Black August – a month dedicated to remembering the sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs of Black revolutionaries. Black August isn’t just … Continue reading Black August: Turning Up the Heat on Microaggressions
Growing up, I swallowed the school stories hook, line, and sinker. Thanksgiving was supposedly a lovely feast where Pilgrims and Native Americans held hands and sang “Kumbaya” over a table full of turkey. Christopher Columbus? Oh, he was the fearless … Continue reading The Power of Teaching Truth
Today, Gil Scott-Heron’s 1971 vision, “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised,” rings true unexpectedly. We’re witnessing the revolution from our living rooms, broadcast in high definition and dissected on social media. Yet, despite the clarity and closeness of these broadcasts, … Continue reading Turned In and Tuned Off
So, you watched “Origins” ———now what? You “liked” the post that Tamika Mallory had up yesterday, and you thought about donating to Sean King’s latest GoFundMe. Is that it? – It can’t be it – we can’t afford that to … Continue reading A change gon’ come
I have always had a way with words. Ever since I was a little girl, I was groomed to stand up for myself and for what I thought was right. As the oldest of 6 siblings, there have been quite … Continue reading Thank you Ida!
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