There is something to be said about the redeeming quality of the human spirit. Especially in the face of global upheavals caused by world wars, military coups, terrorist attacks, state-sponsored violence, worldwide pandemics, and maniacal dictators, just to name a few. Many times over, humanity has proven resilient, hopeful, and Read more…
He’s everywhere…and I love it! Now, I’d just like to point out that if Bernard Sanders had gotten this much attention during the Democratic Primaries when he was addressing issues related to Medicare, College, and Housing (For All) as well as emissions reductions and the expansion of renewable energy under Read more…
I’m a believer. Yet,I’m tired. I’m afraid. I’m overwhelmed.I’m demoralized.I’m infuriated. I’m conflicted. Everyday as a mother of black children and the wife of a black man, my prayers of provision, protection and prevention scroll through my head in HD with all the possibilities that I am interceding against. My Read more…
This week, some 300 million Americans bore witness to the brutal murder of George Floyd at the hands of ruthless and cavalier police officers (yes, plural), yet a vast percentage of these people are STILL debating the semantics of “All Lives.” I’d contend that some of these people do in Read more…
In an effort to become as knowledgeable about the recent outbreak of COVID-19 and its impacts globally, nationally and at home, I have actively sought information from international and governmental resources, as well as general dialogues from communities that I trust. I have to say however, that between many of Read more…
Today’s Independence Day celebrations in The States typically bring to mind just as many commercial descriptors as reverential ones. What, with an ensuing 4-day weekend, massive holiday sales, sumptuous grilled meats and fiery sky explosions, who wouldn’t want to celebrate a day that allows for equal parts rest, relaxation and Read more…
In the latest installment of the “1600: It’s Only A Matter of Time” saga, it’s been announced that White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders has tendered her resignation, effective at the end of the month. And while you won’t catch me weeping over the loss of yet another non-cabinet member Read more…