Ms. Franklin’s reputation for speaking her mind and sometimes shading folks who rubbed her the wrong way, I was more anxious than I usually was when meeting a star. But since she was cordial to us, apparently we passed Aretha’s test. Witnessing her talents in person was incredible enough, but having one-on-one contact with the Queen herself? That was a privilege I will never forget.
Category: Culture & Politics
Discussion of various aspects of modern American culture, including sports, politics, religion, gender issues and race.
Firmer Foundations, Stronger Educations: From “I Promise” to “Evolution”
With Tax-Free Weekend over and classes resuming for most children in just over week, school is already a hot-button topic. But superstar athlete LeBron James made the topic viral recently with his latest accomplishment—opening the I Promise School via his LeBron James Family Foundation charity in his native city of Akron, OH. Starting with third… Continue reading Firmer Foundations, Stronger Educations: From “I Promise” to “Evolution”
“You Want What You Create To Live”: RIP Joe (1929-2018) & Michael Jackson (1958-2009)
Nearly half a century ago, in 1969, a quintet of brothers known as The Jackson 5 found instant success on the strength of their debut single, “I Want You Back.” In the span of just weeks, the song became a No. 1 hit and introduced the world to Michael Jackson, the precocious child prodigy that… Continue reading “You Want What You Create To Live”: RIP Joe (1929-2018) & Michael Jackson (1958-2009)
Weaponized Whiteness: Can We Live?
In the 2004 film, White Chicks, the idea was a funny one: two bumbling FBI detectives, played by Shawn and Marlon Wayans, are forced to “babysit” a pair of spoiled heiress sisters, Britney and Tiffany, to foil a larger kidnapping plot. When the FBI agents keep on, well, bumbling things, one of the sisters lose… Continue reading Weaponized Whiteness: Can We Live?
“…But ask yourself, who are THEY to be equal to?!?”
As a journalist, blogger, and interpreter of current events, I’ve witnessed many incredible moments. The ones that have created a lasting impact, positive or negative, forced me to pause, reassess and do one of two things: double-down on my support or do an about-face to leave that item, or person, behind. This week’s impactful event,… Continue reading “…But ask yourself, who are THEY to be equal to?!?”