History Lessons for Today
My work in systemic racism aims to educate the most resistant “white” individuals about adopting an antiracist lifestyle. Some may call my approach “white” centering, but as a “white” person, I believe it is neither my place nor appropriate to … Continue reading History Lessons for Today
Reflections Under the Apple Tree
Instead of giving in to cynicism and division, let’s move forward with the confidence and optimism and unity that defines us as a people. President Barack Obama While researching the Civil War and the meeting at Appomattox between General Robert … Continue reading Reflections Under the Apple Tree
Extinguishing The Fire Of Hate
Since 2023, Canada has been affected by ongoing and record-setting wildfires. From March 2023 to June 2023, wildfires have been raging across all 13 provinces and territories. Those wildfires have been linked to climate change. Those wildfires were recorded as … Continue reading Extinguishing The Fire Of Hate
Moonwalking on a Revolutionary Summer’s Dream
The year of my birth was cause for widespread celebration. There were huge outdoor parties in New York and large-scale fireworks that reached the moon. They partied like it was 1969! Because it was. The moon landing was televised. Woodstock … Continue reading Moonwalking on a Revolutionary Summer’s Dream
From Bystanders to Catalysts: Collective Change in an Era of Transformation
When significant changes demand action and collective mobilization, mere bystandership becomes inadequate. Embracing a mindset of collective responsibility and action becomes imperative, leaving no room for passive observation. In 1970, amidst a tumultuous social climate, musician Gill Scott-Heron delivered a … Continue reading From Bystanders to Catalysts: Collective Change in an Era of Transformation
Racial Justice? The NFL, Profit, Ratings & The Bottom Line
Three-Fifths Magazine’s Theme for June, “The Revolution will not be televised,” has many meanings, as explained by its creator, Gil Scott Heron. One nuance is the attention Heron draws to consumerism. Such consumerism is quite evident surrounding conversations of Racial … Continue reading Racial Justice? The NFL, Profit, Ratings & The Bottom Line
I’ll Take the Red Pill Please: Shattering the Illusion
This month, the magazine’s founder, Kevin Robinson, shared lyrics from “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised”, a song by the late Gill-Scott Heron. After listening several times, I kept returning to the lyrics: The first change takes place in your … Continue reading I’ll Take the Red Pill Please: Shattering the Illusion
Turned In and Tuned Off
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
Wasn’t the Revolution Televised?
When many Americans remember the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 60s, they call to mind televised moments. The brutality of “Bloody Sunday” during the Selma protests. Dr. King standing in the shadow of the Lincoln Memorial delivering his … Continue reading Wasn’t the Revolution Televised?
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