by cadmin | Jul 9, 2020 | Race & Culture
Fort Worth native Leon Bridges’ new music video for his single “Sweeter” should resonate with citizens across Texas for its ability to capture the unique imprint of African Americans like myself and many others. Bridges tweeted, “A celebration of blackness with...
by cadmin | Jul 9, 2020 | Race & Culture
https://youtu.be/R38Ysu2nYc0 I Am A Racist How did your body just respond when you read that? Did you tense up in your seat? Did you begin to think the worst of me and picture me with disdain and disgust? Did you think, What are you doing?! Were you tempted to close...
by cadmin | Jul 9, 2020 | Uncategorized
Since the murder of George Floyd, I’ve been getting asked by my white brothers and sisters the question, “what can I do?” Honestly, even as a black man, I initially had to ask myself this exact question. Witnessing the response around the globe has led me to believe a...
by cadmin | Jun 14, 2020 | Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement
Honestly? I’m Skeptical In recent weeks, people have sent me messages of solidarity and pledges to fight for racial justice. To those who have publicly pledged to join the fight to end the injustices in our country in response to the murders of Ahmad Arbury, Breonna...
by cadmin | May 28, 2020 | Community Development/Pride, Criminal Justice & Law Enforcement
In 2016, Will Smith spoke candidly about race relations during an interview with Stephen Colbert on The Late Show. “When I hear people say it’s worse than it’s ever been I disagree completely,” Smith said. “Racism isn’t getting worse, it’s getting...
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