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.*

*COPYWRITTEN CONTENT, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED (c) . "Melody Charles," "Chocolate Mama & "Le[e] L[e]e Symone" are writing alter egos/pen names*

Oct. 21: The Daily MOC Rundown, Carol’s Daughter Now Owned By Loreal

Well well well, what a difference a couple of years can make. From a commenter: “More team comments about selling Black owned corporations to white owned businesses. Jeez when are you ‘multi-cultural’ we are the world simps going to wake up and understand it’s about passing down legacy that you control and wealth down to… Continue reading Oct. 21: The Daily MOC Rundown, Carol’s Daughter Now Owned By Loreal

Oct. 20: Dad’s Future ‘Dating Rules’ For Toddler: Loony Or Loving?

From a commenter: “This man is a creep. Period. His daughter is two and it is perverse that he is already sexualizing her… talking about branding his name into a chastity belt… really super creepy. Raise your kids to have self-respect and arm them with accurate information and trust them to make good choices. This… Continue reading Oct. 20: Dad’s Future ‘Dating Rules’ For Toddler: Loony Or Loving?

Oct. 19: A Look At “The Rebellious Life Of Rosa Parks”

From a commenter: “I wish the author had written in a less academic and more conversational tone because it would’ve been more accessible. Parks’ story is very important and needs to be heard by everyone. From what I’ve read so far, the information seems well-researched and there are some really heartbreaking stories about how blacks… Continue reading Oct. 19: A Look At “The Rebellious Life Of Rosa Parks”

Oct. 19: Untangling Blue: The Thin Line Between “Nasty” & “Natural”

*THE FOLLOWING COMMENTARY IS A READ OF THE ADULTS INVOLVED, NOT OF THE CHILD* I simply don’t understand the Beygency/Beyhive turning a blind eye to the fubar priorities being demonstrated by the Carters and turning it into a interracial issue rather than one of class—–the precise reason I started my locks is BECAUSE the hair… Continue reading Oct. 19: Untangling Blue: The Thin Line Between “Nasty” & “Natural”