Alex Yarde wonders, what if the Galactic Empire didn’t invest the time and resources to build those Death Stars?
(Antoinette) Tuff As Nails – Celebrating the Strength and Character of Black Women
When Alex Yarde looks into his daughter’s eyes, he sees the strength, intelligence and good heart of her grandmother and the Black women who came before her.
I Don’t Want to Keep Up With The Kardashians
Alex Yarde remembers sitting down as a family to watch TV together, and thinks about the ways in which entertainment has changed over the years – for better and for worse.
Passing the Gaming Tradition On To My Son
Alex Yarde has been a gamer his whole life, and now he loves sharing games like Skylanders with his kids.
100 Words on Love: Now, We Get It
19 years ago I had a first date.
America Eats Her Young
Alex Yarde grieves the impending reality of having to teach his son that by nature of his heritage, he will be feared and villainized.
Is America a Failed State?
Alex Yarde asks Americans to look closely at the ways in which our nation is failing its citizens.
The Ballad Of Carlos Danger: The Tragedy Of Anthony Weiner And Damage To The Progressive Agenda
Alex Yarde argues in favor for Anthony Weiner’s politics, but maintains the biggest challenge to his campaign turns out to be “Carlos Danger” himself.
Remove the Gay Pride Flag But Let the Confederate Flag Fly?
Alex Yarde wonders if we really call ourselves free when we’re willing to entertain the idea of removing a Pride Flag but not the one that, for many, symbolizes legalized slavery?
Superman Belongs to Everyone
Alex Yarde, a comics superfan, breaks down Zach Snyder’s Man of Steel.
The Zimmerman Trial – Walking in Rachel’s Shoes
Imagine that you are one of the only witnesses in the death of your friend, testifying in front of a hungry audience. Imagine every time you spoke, someone made fun of you.
We’ve Seen This Story Before: The Case For Not Going to War in Syria (Opinion)
Alex Yarde insists that our time and resources would be better spent focusing on supporting Jordan during the influx of refugees from Syria.
Once More, From the Top – The Dance of Fatherhood
Alex Yarde found his daughter’s dance recital a little shocking, but he realizes that aversion to change is a natural part of being a parent.
Letting Men Off The Hook For Unacceptable Behavior
Alex Yarde comments on the satirical petition calling for straight men to be banned from driving, insisting that men truly are capable of controlling their sexual behavior.
Why Does Tonto Have That Bird On His Head? Racism in the New ‘Lone Ranger’
Alex Yarde discusses the blatant racism in the new Disney film, “The Lone Ranger”.
A Not So New Hope: Reflecting on Star Wars on the 36th Anniversary
On the anniversary of the premiere of the epic film Star Wars, Alex Yarde looks back on how the film started him on his own hero’s journey.