Author: Lorrie Irby Jackson

Motherofcolor.com showcases the writings of an intelligent and socially savvy wife, mother and journalist who explores a variety of topics (culture, politics, race and gender issues, etc.) with a unique African-American/womanist perspective.*

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Oct. 30: Teacher Tells Class That “Killing All Blacks” Is On Her “Bucket List”

Sooooo, lemme get this straight: after issuing what ANY sane person would deem a ‘terrorist threat’ to a class full of minors, this sociopath and so-called ‘teacher’ STILL has a job?!? “She conveyed to me that Mrs. Ramsey had indicated that if she only had 10 days to live that she would kill all black… Continue reading Oct. 30: Teacher Tells Class That “Killing All Blacks” Is On Her “Bucket List”

Oct. 30: Maine Nurse Defying Quarantine After Exposure To Ebola

Someone needs to explain to me how this chick is so special and above the law that she doesn’t believe cautionary mandates don’t apply to her when it comes to possibly exposing others to a potentially fatal disease. The first quarantine set-up was extreme and inhumane, true, but NOW her arrogance will make others question… Continue reading Oct. 30: Maine Nurse Defying Quarantine After Exposure To Ebola

The MOC Weekly Rundown, Oct. 30: Teen Defends Mom & Sis By Stabbing Mom’s Abusive Boyfriend

What was the boy supposed to do, turn off Netflix and watch?!? Good lesson for the punk who tried it and I hope the survivors heal and move on, bravo to this courageous young man!!! “The 8th grade student was getting ready for school around 7 a.m. when Childress, who was visiting from out of… Continue reading The MOC Weekly Rundown, Oct. 30: Teen Defends Mom & Sis By Stabbing Mom’s Abusive Boyfriend