Back in the early 90s, when Heavy D & The Boyz released one of their biggest hits, “Got Me Waiting,” the clever rhymes and deft sampling of a Luther Vandross groove made it an instant jam. Unlike some hip-hop of the era, “Waiting” has aged well and, in fact, contains a line that describes our… Continue reading Pick Ya’ Spots: “Keeping It Real” Vs. “Keeping It Racist”
Category: DMN Briefing Columns
Weekly published columns that appear in Friday’s paper version of Briefing and online @dallasnews.com/local voices, make sure you check for the new ones on Saturdays to add your .02 :)
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?!?”
Tales From The Short Side: The Power & Perks of Petiteness
Wow……hmmm. This baby’s got some looooong fingers.” I was lying down on an examination table in the doctor’s office, watching black and white images on a screen as the ultrasound technician moved the wand back and forth across the cold gel on my growing belly. She pointed to the outline of our baby’s hands. “See… Continue reading Tales From The Short Side: The Power & Perks of Petiteness
Unapologetic Blackness: Wakanda, America & The Black Panther
“The world is changing. Soon there will only be the conquered and the conquerors. You are a good man, with a good heart. And it’s hard for a good man to be king.” The Black Panther It takes more than stunning CGI effects, a photogenic cast, and the backdrop of a beloved comic book template… Continue reading Unapologetic Blackness: Wakanda, America & The Black Panther