Robert Reece quit looking for his roots in distant lands that have not affected him so deeply as the history, culture, and people of Mississippi.
Why Did Freddy E Do It? Black Men and Suicide
January 13, 2013 By 21 Comments
Why Black men are killing themselves, warning signs, and what to do if you’re worried about someone.
A Perfect Test
December 4, 2012 By 1 Comment
Talking Myself Out of Murdering Jerry Sandusky
July 13, 2012 By 54 Comments
Joanna Schroeder attempts to examine the death penalty objectively, despite the visceral and powerful desire to exact revenge against child sexual abusers.
Rankism: The Poison that Destroys Relationships
June 12, 2012 By 15 Comments
Robert Fuller discusses the roots of discrimination and assaults on human dignity.
Are Marriage Rights Civil Rights?
May 13, 2012 By 28 Comments
Does calling marriage rights “civil rights” minimize the struggles that Black Americans experienced when fighting for their freedom, their right to vote, and many other civil and human rights?
Thursday HuffPost Edition – Why We Want Trayvon Martin's Death to "Mean Something"
March 22, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Race still matters, and for the foreseeable future, race will continue to matter. It is fascinating to read through my Facebook newsfeed sometimes. Certain news stories will be perceived so differently among my friends. Some news stories are highlighted in particular communities (stories about Israel/Palestine, for instance, get a lot of exposure among my activist [...]
That Seat Is Not Taken: Why Black Men Love Southwest Airlines
March 14, 2012 By 37 Comments
Jamie Reidy relays a surprising story about the not-so-friendly skies.
Comment of the Day: ‘No Such Thing as Black History’
“There is no defending these kinds of statements.”