Salt, Light…& Leaven
All of us are more than the worse thing we ever did, None of us are as innocent as we think we are. All of us have some prejudice we cannot justify, None of us live free from unwarranted judgement. All … Continue reading Salt, Light…& Leaven
The Progress of African Americans and Latinas/Latinos: What We Have Achieved…What Is Still Left to Conquer
To begin with, here are some mind-blowing statistics about African Americans and their achievements over the years. In 1940, 60% of African American women entered the workforce to work in white-collar positions. In 1958, almost 44% of Caucasian Americans considered … Continue reading The Progress of African Americans and Latinas/Latinos: What We Have Achieved…What Is Still Left to Conquer
The Unyielding Pursuit of Education
The resilience of African Americans throughout history is a testament to their unyielding determination to overcome oppression. Despite the harrowing trials of slavery, the Civil War, and the violent racial backlash of the post-Reconstruction South, Black Americans have demonstrated an … Continue reading The Unyielding Pursuit of Education
Dreaming from the Mountaintop
“All we say to America is, ‘Be true to what you said on paper!’” January 20, 2025, a day of American irony that awaits us. As the United States prepares to inaugurate its 47th President, the event will fall on … Continue reading Dreaming from the Mountaintop
“What’s In It For Me?” Charting The Pathways Toward Justice In A Transactional America.
“With our launch, we want to speak from the heart with entries about tangible ways that communities of the majority can reach out in partnership with marginalized communities of color in ways that are not patronizing but collaborative.“ Three-Fifths Magazine, … Continue reading “What’s In It For Me?” Charting The Pathways Toward Justice In A Transactional America.
On Pluralism
“Let us have the courage of our admitted ignorance, of our doubts and uncertainties. At least we can try to discover what others… require, by… making it possible for ourselves to know men as they truly are, by listening to … Continue reading On Pluralism
2025: Progress Made, But the Fight for Equity Continues
“Let us not just believe in the American dream, let us be worthy of it.”– Amanda Gorman As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to pause and ask: have we lived up to Amanda Gorman’s challenge? Have we … Continue reading 2025: Progress Made, But the Fight for Equity Continues
Bracing for the Storm: Navigating DEI Work in a Hostile Climate
My profession is under attack. As the Harvard Business Review notes, “Dismantling DEI has become a core mission of the conservative political movement.” Over the past few years, I’ve felt the weight of this targeting, but the recent election has … Continue reading Bracing for the Storm: Navigating DEI Work in a Hostile Climate
C+: A Letter to America at 249 Years
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
Three-Fifths 