by alexis | Jul 16, 2020 | Education, Opinion, Social Reforms
“Don’t be another statistic.” This is a phrase I’ve repeatedly told my black brother, cousins, and male friends. During times when they became discouraged and were on the verge of giving up, I’d have discussions with them about not sacrificing their dreams due to...
by alexis | Jun 25, 2020 | Opinion, Social Reforms
Aunt Jemima, homemade, old fashioned racism in a bottle. I’m not going to pretend like they haven’t graced the shelves of my mom’s cabinet since I was in diapers and beyond, or that I haven’t drenched my pancakes in their syrupy sweetness on several mornings. But we...
by alexis | Jun 19, 2020 | Opinion
As demonstrators advocate for black liberation across the country, today, we celebrate the 155th anniversary of a pivotal moment in African American history: Juneteenth. It is important to discuss the historical significance of Juneteenth, and why it should be listed...
by alexis | Jun 14, 2020 | Opinion
“I love the way a strong African American woman uplifts her Brothers, Her Man, and the men in [our] community. The way they show strength and keep prayers covered around their families.” “I love the intellectual conversations, the strength in which y’all show in...
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