Institutional racism, racial profiling, classism, gender and sexual orientation discrimination, colorism- these are all constructed, yet irrefutable and substantive social issues that continue to follow us, from one generation to the next, with no apparent resolution or end in sight. And the thing is, not many people are willing to really talk about them. And when …
How the media reinforces mental slavery
In this day and age, mental slavery is much more than just a term. It's a psychological warfare tool that the media utilizes (in the programming that we are exposed to on a 24/7 basis), to manipulate the minds of targeted populations. Think about the significant role the media plays in entertaining, informing, and even instilling …
Our country needs a True Revolutionary Leader
I believe one of the most important traits of an effective revolutionary leader is emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is simply the ability to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others. It’s amazing, in this hyper-social and "connected" world, how few people actually exhibit emotional intelligence. And if one lacks emotional intelligence, how …
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Get rid of the clutter in your life
Life is precious. It's not promised, and at times can be quite unpredictable. What I've learned is that some of the greatest moments in your life won’t necessarily be the things that you do; they will be the things that happen to you. Now, this doesn’t mean you can’t take action to affect the outcome …
The Matrix is Real and It has You…
For anyone who has seen and understood the true meaning and underpinnings of the "The Matrix Trilogy", then there is a part of you, even in the smallest, darkest, corner of your mind, that has pondered the question... What is the Real Matrix? The reality is, everything is made up of energy. We are all …
We’ve come a long way… or have we?
When I first saw this magazine cover I must admit I was in denial that this was actually an Ebony magazine cover. I mean after all, Ebony magazine is for US, right? And by "US" I mean Black Women! And not just the light skinned, with straight hair and acceptable European features Black Women. Smh. …
Real Talk about Gentrification in Oakland
Gentrification: The process of renewal and rebuilding accompanying the influx of upper middle class or affluent people into deteriorating areas that often displaces poorer residents. Let me first say that I'm not against redevelopment. Oakland is one the most racially and culturally diverse cities in the Bay Area, so I am all for the city of Oakland …
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The TRUE meaning behind the Confederate Flag
The idea that in 2015 we are still debating the merits of whether the Confederate flag should be removed is truly vexing to me. But it has me thinking, is it that folks just don't know the meaning of the Confederate Flag? Or is it that the truth is just too ugly for liberal minded …
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Loans for Weaves… What the What??
Soooo..... again, I know some of you are probably thinking that I must be making some of this stuff up, but I promise you I'm not! This is where we are right now, in 2015. In Detroit, there is a store that now has made it possible for you to get a loan for a …
Watch out now! White Christian Males are under Attack!!
So, it should be of no surprise to anyone that Bill O'Reilly is about as ignorant as they come. And normally I try to ignore him and his absurd theories and perspectives, because why give that idiot and his ramblings any of my mental energy? But I felt compelled to comment on something that I …
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Dawn M. Edwards 