Forward Movement Means Never Going ‘Back’

Picture it: elementary school, sixth grade homeroom, sometime during the 1980’s. I say something to friends that a white male classmate (I’ll call him Tim) disagrees with. The context of the conversation escapes me now, but I will always remember his loud and hostile response: “Well why don’t you move back to Africa then?” Gasps… Continue reading Forward Movement Means Never Going ‘Back’

“…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?!?”