Perhaps, the desire to categorize everyone is human nature. It’s evolutionary. On the other hand, is that fair? Basing someone’s race, actions, likes, dislikes solely on who they are? Could that be an advantage in some situations?
Tag Archives: race
Shots Heard Around The Web: What Do We Do In A Time Like This?
It honestly seems like we hear or read about a police officer shooting involving an unarmed young person every week in our country. There has to be something that we can do to prevent them from continuing.
Forward Thinking: The White House On Racial Equality & Philanthropy [Podcast]
Cities across the nation have become emblematic of the deep divides that still exist, reigniting a national conversation about race and racism. In response to the opportunity gaps for young people of color, hear how the White House is responding.
On Conquering Racial Issues, Are We Moving Forwards Or Backwards?
As much as sometimes our society seems like it is moving forwards, there are moments when you feel like it is stagnant or moving backwards. One of those moments happened for me after I reading about the results from a study focused on black Millennials.
Straight Outta Compton: Why I’m Not Offended
Watching this film, I expected to learn the stories of three brazenly blunt black men who turned musical water into wine. However, much to my surprise, the images of police brutality addressed in the film screamed with the language of now.
First Weekend Of Olympics Brings Breaking Records, Tears & A Patriotic Grill
Take charge! Everyone is truly giving their all at this year’s Olympics! The winner takes all! The 2012 London Olympics are underway and from the opening ceremony to the start of athletic events, there have already been epic victories, defeats and memories. Here’s an inside scoop on everything that has happened so far!
Can Toys Play A Role In The Self-Acceptance Of Future Generations?
Although I know it is little after the holidays, there is still something that happened in the toy aisle that I think should be addressed. It has to do with one of my favorite toys growing up: Barbie.