Someone shared a post asking why ending racism is apparently so controversial. My take on it: In his book, “Stamped from the Beginning: The Definitive History of… Read more “Why Is Ending Racism so Controversial? (Mini-Blog #22)”
Category: Race
Stand for the Flag, Kneel for the Cross (Mini-Blog #21)
To any folks posting, “Stand for the flag, kneel at the cross.” Why is kneeling seen as such a disrespectful act? If kneeling here is so dishonoring… Read more “Stand for the Flag, Kneel for the Cross (Mini-Blog #21)”
Hear the Unheard: White People, Please Listen
This is fitting when it comes to hearing that “riots are the language of the unheard” as Dr. King said: “Listen and attend with the ear of… Read more “Hear the Unheard: White People, Please Listen”
Black People Are So Tired
I’ve seen this around the social media world, but can’t track down who wrote it. It’s so incredibly powerful, so I’m sharing it hear and leaving the… Read more “Black People Are So Tired”
Showing Up for Racial Justice
Two weeks ago yesterday, I unfortunately became unemployed (long story I’m not gonna share on social media, but regardless I’m being considered for a part-time weekend therapist… Read more “Showing Up for Racial Justice”
Get that Son of a Bitch Off the Field Right Now: Trump, Conservatives, Selective Outrage, Kaepernick, Cognitive Dissonance, and Betrayal of Values
Wouldn’t you love to see one of these NFL owners, when somebody disrespects our flag, to say, ‘Get that son of a bitch off the field right now. Out!… Read more “Get that Son of a Bitch Off the Field Right Now: Trump, Conservatives, Selective Outrage, Kaepernick, Cognitive Dissonance, and Betrayal of Values”
17 Books On Race Every White Person Needs To Read
17 Books On Race Every White Person Needs To Read By SADIE TROMBETTA Despite years of talk about living in a post-racial America, this weekend’s violence at… Read more “17 Books On Race Every White Person Needs To Read”
To the Hiding Racists: A Reflection on Growing Up Black in SW Virginia and Recent Events
To the Hiding Racists: A Reflection on Growing Up Black in SW Virginia and Recent Events By Teiara Dandy To those of you who just realized your… Read more “To the Hiding Racists: A Reflection on Growing Up Black in SW Virginia and Recent Events”
WILLIAM J. BARBER II – SHIFTING THE MORAL CONVERSATION ABOUT THE POOR
Repairers of the Breach founder William J. Barber II talks about America’s history of systematic racism and explains how citizens can protest using civil disobedience.
Counseling and Race Relations
Summary and reflection on Laurie Meyers’ piece “Facing the Reality of Racism” from this past February’s edition of Counseling Today: SUMMARY “In an atmosphere characterized by intolerance… Read more “Counseling and Race Relations”