Today, as you’re reading this, Christmas is a memory, Kwanzaa and Hanukkah are being observed and we stand at the cusp of a new decade. Amidst the common resolutions improve, some find it helpful to list what positive goals they’ve achieved and ways that they’ve, well, missed the mark. 2019 is no exception. If you’re… Continue reading What You NOT Gonna Do, The 2019 Rundown
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“…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?!?”
“If the allegations are true….that ain’t cool.”
Ever since last October’s allegations of sexual harassment sent the career of Hollywood titan Harvey Weinstein into a nosedive, politicians and celebrities alike have witnessed their behaviors—-past and present—- held to higher levels of scorn and scrutiny. Images and ‘receipts’ make it harder for “good ol’ boys” and “business as usual,” because in the social… Continue reading “If the allegations are true….that ain’t cool.”
Seems Like He’s Raping……
……..As a parent myself and the mother of two daughters, these allegations are heartbreaking and horrific. I cannot imagine the pain their loved ones are going through, having awareness of what’s going on and desperate to get their daughters away from the self-proclaimed ‘Pied Piper of R&B.’ But I also must ask, as a woman… Continue reading Seems Like He’s Raping……
Marsha Ambrosius’ “Friends & Lovers,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Link
…..If the parental advisory label on the cover isn’t enough of a clue, a quick glimpse at the track list should demonstrate the explicitness to be found within (the first half anyway) . It’s certainly not vulgarity for vulgarity’s sake, like R. Kelly’s unfortunate Black Panties, but even the most liberal of listeners might blanch… Continue reading Marsha Ambrosius’ “Friends & Lovers,” The MOC Preview & ST CD Review Link