Why Race Still Matters In America in 2010
Race was socially constructed in the 17th Century in order to justify racism and European imperialism. In other words the notion of “race” is a lie. Now, especially in America most Americans are...
View ArticleRetouching Our Reality
I’m too short. My nose is too big. I have to suck my “pouch” in. I’ve got wide, flat feet. Sometimes when we look in the mirror, we aren’t happy with what we see and that is for a variety … Continue...
View ArticleHip Hop Divas
Celebrity Photographer Michael Antonio launched a new project called Hip Hop Divas. Here is a link to his site: http://www.michaelantonio.net Now I won’t be happy until my favorite female MCs like...
View ArticleWhy Blacks Should Love Oprah
“Excellence is the best deterrent to racism or sexism.” – Oprah W. In a war you need snipers but you also need close range shooters. There are some individuals who directly impact black culture like...
View ArticleMarried To The Movement: Coretta Scott King
On this day there will be thousands of breakfasts, prayer circles and radio broadcasts about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He is probably the world’s most known Civil Rights Activist and his...
View ArticleFEATURE: Who’s The Stupid Hoe?
While watching Nicki Minaj’s video “Stupid Hoe” I noticed a few things: #1 The visuals in the video did not match the words. #2 The video appeals to children and young people because Nicki...
View ArticleSend Lauryn Hill Some Mail in Jail
I’m a huge fan of Lauryn Hill, and have been since I heard her sing as a High School Student. It was Lauryn Hill who gave me the courage to rock my natural hair at the tender age of 17… … Continue...
View Article9 Things We Can Do To Combat Racism…
Racism is alive and well in America and anyone who says otherwise is either crazy, delusional, or both. Caption: Sending prayers up for the family, friends and loved ones of the 9 victims murdered in...
View ArticleAnd The DNA Tests Revealed… Genetics, DNA Testing & Legacy
Caption: Me sitting on the steps of a Slave Cabin in New Orleans, LA I am so grateful for the people in my family – like my Aunt Gert, who keep track of our genealogy. In that sense, I have … Continue...
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