social justice

For Ida B.

Yesterday I sat in a Baltimore restaurant called Ida B.’s Table eating Southern-inspired shrimp and grits in a Creole cream sauce. It’s a...

Follow the Breadcrumbs

It’s often said that when you think of the things that trouble or move you, it is there you will find your purpose. In our noisy world,...

Where Should We Place Columbus?

As an African American, I’m celebrating “Columbus Day” by dissecting Christopher Columbus' contributions to all American people. We’ve...

After Taking a Knee

Original supporters of Donald Trump are trying to disassociate with him, but I want to thank him. I can appreciate him. He’s the enemy we...

Houston, Beyoncé, and the Black Community

The devastation of Hurricane Harvey hit too close to home. I have friends in Texas, one specifically in Houston. I, like many people,...

The Kaepernick Effect

I try not to make everything black and white. I hope that my growing level of consciousness won’t prevent me from enjoying everything,...

Three Things We Can Learn from Charlottesville

“If you’re not outraged, you’re not paying attention.” These words are displayed on the Facebook cover photo of Heather Heyer, the...