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 17, 2020 | Social Reforms
“The most disrespected person in America is the black woman. The most unprotected person in America is the black woman. The most neglected person in America is the black woman.” This famous quote by Malcom X is prevalent throughout social media, especially on pages...
by alexis | Jun 8, 2020 | Social Reforms
George Floyd’s death has become a catalyst for protests across the country. The Black Lives Matter movement has gained international recognition, with more people having conversations about police accountability and reform. Although some people assumed the protests...
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