Assimilation As a Simulation: Blue Pill Ignorance or Red Pill Truth
A simulation models a real-world process or system. I propose that “assimilation” in America works similarly—testing whether imitating American behavior, appearance, and lifestyle leads to acceptance and elevation to American status. When the so-called founding fathers named the land “America,” … Continue reading Assimilation As a Simulation: Blue Pill Ignorance or Red Pill Truth
To Hunger and Thirst for Justice…
“God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice…, for they will be satisfied…”(Jesus) “Don’t let your mouth write a check your ass can’t cash, son…” (Charles Portis) The Civil Rights Movement was led by a generation of marginalized and exploited … Continue reading To Hunger and Thirst for Justice…
America’s Tossed Salad
I enjoy a good, tossed salad. There’s something about the mixture of the various ingredients and items that maintain their individual characteristics yet come together to make for a delicious nutritional combination. Such is the case for a healthy community. … Continue reading America’s Tossed Salad
Shades of Complexion
I have a large family, and we are close. I am fortunate to have shared a close bond with my nieces and nephews. I have one niece, who I shall name Breann, who is the family favorite. Breann is smart, … Continue reading Shades of Complexion
The March Edition, The Mirage of Assimilation
Mirage: noun, Webster Definition: “something that comes from or exists only in the mind and is not real” Aspirationally intended by many as a helpful and seemingly harmless ideal that is metaphorically communicated in ways such as ideals of the … Continue reading The March Edition, The Mirage of Assimilation
Far Right Attacks on DEI, a Reaction to Black Upward Social Mobility
The largest beneficiaries of Affirmative Action/DEI are white women, followed by Hispanic groups, Asians coming in third, disabled individuals fourth, veterans fifth, and finally, the group that receives the least amount of DEI support; that’s right, you guessed it, Black … Continue reading Far Right Attacks on DEI, a Reaction to Black Upward Social Mobility
The Mirage of Assimilation
The Mirage of Assimilation in America is comprised of a mirage known as white supremacy, in which this culture is known to dominate in today’s society. If we want America to thrive, we must learn to assimilate a melting pot of … Continue reading The Mirage of Assimilation
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