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Editor’s Note: Gaza Genocide: We’re At A Jesus Christ Moment

I am not a religious person, but I cannot help but feel that we are at a Jesus Christ moment….

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Reparations for Black People: Seeking Justice And Reimbursement For The Damages of Slavery

It is important to recognize the historical injustices that Black Africans faced during the era of slavery and colonialism. Slavery…

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Silent Suffering: Unveiling the Crisis of Black Maternal Mortality

Black maternal mortality risk is a pressing issue that highlights significant disparities in healthcare. Black women are three times more…

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National Transgender Visibility Day

Easter Sunday is a day that holds significant religious and cultural importance for many people around the world. It is…

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The Dismantling Of DEI Maybe A Blessing In Disguise

The DEI environment has always been a confusing concept for me, primarily because the individuals I encountered in DEI roles…

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Reflections: Why Should I Care?

Sometimes, I wonder why I care. It makes no sense to care about anyone but yourself and your family, including…

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Time To Investigate The US State Department Ties To Israel

The blind support exhibited by the US State Department towards Israel has raised significant doubts and scrutiny. There are growing…

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The US Defunds UNRWA Based On Accusations Without Evidence

The latest spending bill passed by Congress has defunded UNRWA, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees…

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Israel’s War: We Do Not Have to Choose A Path of Genocide!

I read once that the greatest generals never spill blood. No great generals are around, at least not in the…

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Does It Make One Antisemitic To Support Palestinians And View Hamas as The Resistance?

That is what Israelis would like the world to believe. They are crafting laws to make it antisemitic to state…

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Sometimes, We Need A Hug

Sometimes, we need a hug. It’s tricky navigating the world. It has become evil, full of revenge and hate. Our…

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Happy New Year 2024

As the New Year begins, it’s natural to reflect on years gone by. I learned and grew so much over…

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Israel’s Right To Defend Itself

Right now, Gaza is in a blackout while bombs and the IDF go hunting to kill survivors. How can American…

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Is It Anti-Semitic To Tell The Truth

Antisemitism is now a shield to protect the atrocities of Israel. Any influential figure who openly opposes Israel’s killing of…

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The IDF Are Terrorists

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are terrorists, and in many ways, Hamas is a hero to the Palestinian plight. As Israel and…

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Did You Know Israel Kills Children For Being Palestinians

Israel killed over 8,000 Palestinian children in 60 days and over 20,000 civilians. And Americans pay for the slaughter with…

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Two Million Palestinian Hostages Held By Israel

Open-air prisons, concentration camps, and hostages: That’s the life Israel created for Palestinians. Palestinians have been held hostage by Israel…

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Israel Should Be Held Accountable

Israelis killed over 11,000 people in Gaza, the overwhelming majority of civilians, including 40% of whom are children. In the…

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Palestinian Lives Matter Too

Israel controls the narrative of its actions. They justified killing children and civilians and bombing hospitals, refugee camps, mosques, and…

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What Is An Ally When Faced With Inhumane Goals

Netanyahu and Israel’s goal to exterminate Hamas is inhumane.  Destroy Hamas, and another group will pop up to take its…

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Gaza in Darkness: Israel’s Genocide Campaign Continues

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men (and women) to do nothing. -Edmond Burke…

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Gun Violence Strikes Maine

An all too familiar event that Americans have not addressed. What are elected officials waiting for? Are the profits of…

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Are There Similarities Between Israeli’s Treatment Of Palestinians and The Nazis?

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men (and women) to do nothing. -Edmond Burke…

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Why I Support Palestinians

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men (and women) to do nothing. -Edmond Burke…

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Food For Thought: Inclusion Is Appreciating Our Difference Not Changing To Fit

If you are familiar with my blog, you know my mother, and I were at odds when I started the…

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Tolerance – one step forward

Title of this article, one step forward, refers to the classic anti-discrimination activity “Take a step forward” from Council’s of…

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3 Ways Black Women Are Marginalized In The Workforce

The majority of the time, traumatic experiences in the workplace are not the result of a single traumatic event but…

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It’s Easy To Quit, Harder To Stay

This week I learned it’s easy to quit and much more challenging to work it out. I am not a…

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Advice Needed: It Is The Small Things That Matter

Many overlook the small things and wonder why good employees leave or quit.  The small things add up to three…

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Remembering The Anniversary Of My Brother

June 1 will mark the anniversary of my little brother’s death. He was 17 and planning to attend Syracuse University…

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Food For Thought: There Is No God!

Has anyone noticed a pattern of disruption and violence that occurs when Western countries set up shops in African and…

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Healing Is A Leap Of Faith and Love

Faith is taking the first step even when you can’t see the whole staircase. – Martin Luther King, Jr. Healing…

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Food For Thought: Aren’t governments supposed to provide for society’s well-being or safety?

Aren’t governments supposed to provide for society’s well-being or safety? Texas government is not doing its job. It’s not serving…

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Ask Me About Voting

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. -Martin Luther King, Jr. This morning…

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Life Is Good

Living in New England was stressful, and I did not realize it until I left. My days of extreme anger…

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Why Are Men Angry At Me

Lately, I can’t get along with anyone. A budding potential relationship goes from a dream to a disastrous crash. Is…

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Finding My Voice

I am a walking miracle and the exception to the rule. People don’t get me because I am usually light-years…

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A Post To The Almighty: Release Me

It’s time. I have existed long enough. I raised two children in a hostile environment as a single parent. I…

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Are You Afraid To Go Outside?

Time escapes me, but about a month or two ago, I noticed my reluctance to go outside and be around…

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Reflections: Being Broke Sucks

Being broke sucks! These days it seems everyone has money except me. That was not the way it was supposed…

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Reflections: Why Is Dating So Hard?

The clock is ticking. Why is dating so hard? Is there anyone out there for me? Or did I burn…

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Why Is Dating So Hard?

I burnt out on dating. It’s hard work and highly superficial. In my experience, it’s become a process that leads…

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Food For Thought: What Is Love?

I want to get back to writing. Like working out, you should get right back on when you fall off…

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Healthcare In The US Sucks If You’re A Black Woman

I am mad as hell at the healthcare system. It should be called deathcare because it’s not healthcare when it…

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How To Manage Stress?

Stress is a silent killer, a powerful determinant of health, not mentioned as such. The common denominator of almost every…

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Healthy Life Exercise: Did It!

Did It! I pushed myself beyond what I felt to complete a 10K. Sometimes, you have to keep at it…

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Healthy Life: Having A Sense Of Humor

You control your health, not the doctor’s office. Remember the power of a smile to reduce stress and reset your…

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What Is A Healthy Life?

A healthy life allows you to be your best self when everything around you is crumbling. To live a healthy…

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Healthy Life: My Why

I want people to take control of their health. Medical errors are the third leading cause of death. That means…

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What Keeps Me Young?

Most people don’t know I am 62 years old. Most think I am in my 40’s. Those with visual issues…

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Breaking The School To Prison Pipeline

From disproportionate suspensions and arrests to miseducation through Eurocentric curriculum and ideologies, black students are victimized by the school to…

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Tuesday’s Thoughts: I feel light! Day 23

Did it! I am officially homeless. Oddly enough, I feel light. It was a challenge to move my stuff. I…

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Monday’s Muse: NHAMCS Data Gives Food For Thought Day 22

When I started the challenge, I didn’t consider the Thanksgiving holiday or relocating. Rather than stress myself to meet a…

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Sunday’s Gratitude: I Smile Day 21

Sunday’s Gratitude: I Smile Day 21 I smile even when nothing is amusing. I laugh too. The power of a…

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Saturday’s Search: What is the racial breakdown of medical errors? Day 20

One of the most common reasons for medical errors is poor communication between doctors and patients. When patients are not…

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Friday’s Question: What Is The Racial Breakdown Of Medical Errors? Day 19

Today, I attempted another way to find out about racial disparities in medical errors. I searched other surveillance reports, namely…

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Thursday’s Thoughts: Hospitals Are Harming Black Patients Day 18

Medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the U.S.  A PubMed and a google search using medical…

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Wednesday’s Question: Why Are Hospitals Harming Black Patients? Day 17

Dr. Susan Moore, 52, owned her family practice. She tested positive for Covid on November 29, 2020, and was admitted…

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Tuesday’s Thoughts: Forced To Pay For Deadly Healthcare Day 16

It didn’t matter that Tufts Medical Center missed two critical diagnoses that resulted in severe disabilities. Or that the treatment…

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Charter School Crime Story: Part I – Assault on Black Children

Charter schools are overrun with white saviors who are armed with privilege and extremely dangerous. Charter School Crime Story: Part…

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Monday’s Mood: Affirmations And Quotes Help Day 15

Last night, I was beyond tired when I fell asleep. I feel fatigued throughout my entire body. Is the fatigue…

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Sunday’s Gratitude: I Am Resilient Day 14

Like most Black folks, I am resilient.  In the words of Maya Angelou:  You may write me down in history With…

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Saturday’s Solution: Do No Harm Day 13

Solutions are everywhere if you care to understand the problems. One of the most significant public health problems facing medicine…

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Friday’s Fact: Healthcare Is Broken Day 12

You don’t have to do things the traditional way. You can create your way of doing things. With TBI, you…

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Thursday’s Thought: Change is hard Day 11

Change is hard. We are comfortable with familiarity. Why fix it if it’s not broken? Why fix it if it…

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What Are The Effects Of Music On Black Mental Health?

In our last room on Sunday, we touched upon various ways music impacts mental health and behavior in Black people,…

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Wednesday’s Reality: Medications Do Harm Day 10

Littering the hall and bedroom floors are boxes and items to pack. I want to leave Massachusetts, but will Texas…

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Tuesday’s Fear: Was I Branded At Tufts Medical Center? Day 9

In the back of my mind, when the Tufts surgeons operated on my face, they put a zipper contraption in…

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Monday’s Fatigue: I can’t sleep Day8

I need a personal care assistant. My insurance, Harvard Pilgrim, covers it, but Massachusetts said I couldn’t have it without…

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Sunday’s Gratitude: I am a survivor Day 7

Thank God and the universe for carrying me when I couldn’t take another step. I am alive today because of…

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Saturday’s Dilemma: I am bored Day 6

Yup, I am bored. My life is still dull despite the turmoil. I do what I can to reduce the…

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Friday’s Predicament: I am being evicted Day 5

So I am one of those caught up in the eviction process. Essentially, I was evicted because I refused to…

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Thursday’s Epiphany: I got lousy healthcare Day 4

Such an epiphany to finally understand and appreciate consistency. When things are inconsistent, they’re unpredictable, and that can cause angst….

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Wednesday’s Reflections: I created a support system of friends Day 3

I am angry at myself for being a survivor. If I weren’t, I’d be long dead and at peace. I…

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Tuesday’s Blues: I Am Not Happy Day 2

On my way down, it’s a challenge to be happy. I struggle with feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, and being a…

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Monday’s Thoughts: Finding Wings On The Way Down Day 1

Your thoughts become you. Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right! I want a…

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Memories as the final day approaches

Jump, then find your wings on the way down. That’s my survival tip after existing for 35 years in New…

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I am an egg

I am an egg I am an egg wrapped in a thin shell. No, not trapped, safe in my thin…

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Is Clubhouse Becoming A Platform For Covid Vaccine Disinformation?

Is Clubhouse becoming a platform for Covid vaccine disinformation and fake experts? The Clubhouse app is fantastic! I explored it…

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Black Communities: Share Your Healthcare Stories

Yesterday, I held my first Clubhouse room: Welcome Black Communities, where we shared our healthcare stories. I want to thank…

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The Vaccinated: I Got the Covid Vaccine

Once Massachusetts opened up for business, it seemed everyone stopped wearing masks and reverted to old habits. I went to…

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I Heard White People Feel Shame

Littered on Twitter are comments from white people who admit to feeling the shame of the racism of other white…

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Have Things Changed Since Sara Baartman?

These are images of Sarah Baartman.  Read her story   (SARA) SAARTJIE BAARTMAN (1789-1815) (Sara) Saartjie Baartman (1789-1815)

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FFT: Elite Black Swimmers Targeted By Olympic Swim Cap Ban

Food For Thought: Elite Black Swimmers Targeted By Olympic Swim Cap Ban Unbelievable! There is a war on Black hair!…

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Healthcare Is Broken: Billing

Healthcare Is Broken will be a series that chronicles my journey as a patient in Massachusetts.  It has become necessary…

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The UnVaccinated: Why Am I Still Hesitant?

As the noose tightens to get vaccinated, I feel cognitive dissonance. I am uncomfortable and not sure what to do….

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I Was Taught Self-Hatred

I Was Taught Self-hatred Like most Black people, I was raised to hate myself. My classes were at home, in…

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COVID-19: The Un-Vaccinated

With everyone clamoring to get vaccinated, I am among the minority where I usually reside. I wasn’t planning to get…

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Random Thoughts: What is the purpose of life when you’re oppressed?

Every day, I read about innocent young unarmed Black men, women, and children murdered at the hands of heavily armed…

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The Truth Matters—Hold Donald Trump Accountable!

Republicans have skillfully turned the tables. They have used Biden’s talk of unity to argue that Trump’s criminal action should…

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Should I get a Covid vaccine now?

The vaccines by Moderna and Pfizer have not been shown to decrease transmission or prevent Covid infection. Transmission is contributing…

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Social Media Giants Silence Trump

Technology giants appear to have reached an agreement to hold Trump accountable for his comments. They have silenced Trump and…

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Incitement Of An Insurrection

In the following video, Chris Hayes does a great job summarizing the Incitement Of An Insurrection— what we know and…

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MAGA Terrorists On No Fly List

Here is something to brighten your day.  Here are several video links of #magaterrorists  at the airport. It appears some…

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FBI Needs Help Identifying Terrorists Who Stormed The Capitol

Let’s help @FBI find these white supremacist domestic terrorists. The FBI needs help identifying #DomesticTerrorists with nooses.  The four images…

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FFT: White Fear Retreats In Face Of Danger

Food for thought (FFT): After watching videos and reading about Trump supporters, including law enforcement, support of the terrorist attack…

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Twitter Suspended Trump’s Account Indefinitely

Yesterday, Twitter suspended Trump’s account indefinitely. While this action was long overdue, I still applaud them for it. Banning Trump…

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FFT: Storming The Capitol–Insurrection vs Terrorism

Food for thought (FFT): I learned a new word after domestic terrorists staged a coup on the Capitol–insurrection. I thought…

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FFT: Should Trump Be Impeached?

Food for thought (FFT): Should Trump be impeached? If Pence does not invoke the 25th amendment, then impeach Trump. I…

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FFT: Did anyone think Trump would concede power without violence?

Food for thought: Did anyone think Trump would concede power without violence? Hell, I am an ordinary American, and I…

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TBI: Bend And Shift

Being one of those people who bend and shift, I can get along with almost anyone. Different environments bring out…

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Trump’s Taxes Show He Is A Fraud

Wow! I am still in shock. Trump is a billionaire who did not pay taxes for 10 out of the…

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TBI: Losing Those Filters

  Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a significant landmark in my life. I survive in a post-TBI world. Pre-TBI, I…

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Is Black Excellence Viewed As A Threat Or ‘Drinking The Kool-Aide?’

The price of opportunity for Black people is relatively high. Few can afford it. For those who can, it means…

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Natural Herd Immunity: Will It Work With COVID-19

With the appointment of Scot Atlas, Trump’s new pandemic advisor, herd immunity could be back on the table. How will…

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Focus On Voting Trump Out

Focus on voting! Violence benefits Trump, not the protestors  Do you need to guess the horror of another four years…

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What do you do when the police terrorize and murders

Police Brutality is a euphemism for police terrorism against Black people. Aren’t you tired of hearing the same excuses from…

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Covid-19: How Is It Transmitted?

It feels strange blogging about an infection that still ravages our country. Despite over 140,000 dead, it looks like it’s…

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Did George Floyd Get Due Process?

Did George Floyd get the due process that Minneapolis officials feel the four officers involved in his murder deserve? Racial…

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Ignoring CDC Guidelines, A Miami Police Officer Falsely Arrested A Black Doctor On The COVID Frontlines

A Miami Police Officer handcuffed and arrested a Black doctor, Armen Henderson, in front of his home. The officer claimed…

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COVID-19 What makes some people asymptomatic?

Food For Thought: COVID-19 What makes some people asymptomatic 50-80% of people infected with the “novel’ coronavirus causing COVID-19 are…

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What You Need To Know About COVID-19 Coronavirus?

SARS-CoV-2 travels all over the world, using humans as living hosts. Experts believe the natural hosts are bats or pangolins. Both…

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How Did You Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday

On a bitterly cold night on January 20, 2020, I attended my first Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Observance….

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I Have a Dream speech by Martin Luther King

I Have A Dream by Martin Luther King Jr.

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TBI Thoughts: Feeling Irrelevant

It’s a feeling that dominates me daily. Do I need to get up? Does it matter? Will anyone notice or…

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Trump Solved One Problem and Made Americans A Target

Happy New Year! Let’s hope for peace and not the beginning of a new World War. Trump solved one problem–no…

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Life Lessons: Ask The Tough Questions

The Friend With Benefits I knew the answer to the question. But I had to ask to confirm. We had…

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Editor’s Note: Does Trump Represent American Values

Does Trump Represent American Values? Is Abuse Of Power An Impeachable Offense? Isn’t a form of treason to circumvent government…

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Impeach Trump: Time Americans Look Beyond America

Impeach Trump: Time Americans Look Beyond America Before starting my blog in 2013, I knew little to nothing about foreign…

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FFT: Is Hating The Actions Of Israel A Crime?

Food For Thought (FFT):  Is Hating Israel’s Actions A Crime? You can publicly declare your hate of Black people, Muslims,…

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Time To Stop Welfare To Israel

Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota and Representative Rashida Tlaib of Michigan are barred from entering Israel on official US business….

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Cartoons and the brainwashing of children of color

This weekend I have the pleasure of spending time with my grandson. He is a cutie who triggers a smile every…

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Coming down and around

Coming down and around by Gary Crane   Coming down and around follow the sound coming around and down endless…

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Misleading Studies and Recommendations Lead To Repackaging Failed Policies

Misleading Studies and Recommendations Lead To Failed Policies in African-American Communities. I read The Crime Report almost every day.  It’s…

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ICE Raids: Know Your Rights guide

Know Your Rights guide The ACLU sent the following email which they want to share so victims of Trump’s administration…

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Same Shit Different Package: NYC Plans to replace Rikers Island Facility

Four jails New York City plans to replace its Rikers Island facility will have cells with natural sunlight, space for…

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A Physician’s Perspective On How The Opioid Crisis Began

Purdue’s David Sackler Added to Colorado Opioid Lawsuit The actions of the Sackler family and Purdue Pharma included sharing studies…

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Central Park 5: What About The Innocent Victims Of A System Intentionally Flawed

The Real Culprit in the Central Park 5 Convictions To begin with, the notion that Fairstein and Lederer are uniquely…

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Editor’s Note: A Lesson In Communication and Culture

Around me, the world seems to be exploding. Distrust is rampant. I never thought I would live in such a…

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A Sense Of Well-being Could Be The Solution

If you could have anything in the world, what would that be? Money, a big house, a luxury car, power,…

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Is Cultural Appropriation Another Form Of Racism

Cultural Appropriation has different meanings in parallel worlds. To people of color, the term is a ‘dig.’ To whites, it’s…

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Suicide: What To Do When A Friend Waves Red Flags

Aren’t we all at risk for suicide? A risk factor for suicide is exposure to suicide. What do you do…

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I Am “Homeless”

I Am “Homeless!”It’s stressful living from your suitcase in a car. In San Francisco, I saw many homeless people. Walking…

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Courage And Vulnerability: Lessons From The Black Experience

Sometimes painful things can teach us lessons that we didn’t think we needed to know.  -unknown Say what? These days I…

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Why Understanding Culture Matters

A couple of days ago, I read a thought-provoking article by Ezinne Ukoha, an eloquent writer on Medium.  It was,…

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The Optics of Racial Disparity in Reporting

The HuffPost is one of the few traditional MSM that tries to present unbiased news. This HuffPost article is about…

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How slaveholders in the Caribbean maintained control

An excellent review of slavery in the Caribbean by Moorbey’z Blog. How could slavery thrive in an environment where slaves…

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More black people killed by white racist.

The following is a reblog from ScottiesToyBox.com. The story is about a divorced white man, Gregory Bush, who murdered two…

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Trump and Fox Incite Hatred and Violence Toward Asylum Seekers

Warning: Full of profanity, this post does not hold back. I’m not a believer in going high when others go…

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Medical Alert: Chronic Discrimination Syndrome On The Rise

Each year, millions die from preventable complications of Chronic Discrimination Syndrome (CDS). It afflicts 100% of the black population. It’s…

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FFT: Did White Women Just Get What They Deserve?

Food for thought:  With Kavanaugh confirmed, did white women just get what they deserve? I was not a fan of…

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More Racist Crap Afflicts Africa (Kenya and Uganda [once again])

A reblog from Ospreyshire’s Realm that takes a peek at China’s attitude towards Ugandans/Africans.

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Politics: What If Trump Is A Psychopath?

nyti.ms/2CyF3Jh I Am Part of the Resistance Inside the Trump Administration It may be cold comfort in this chaotic era, but…

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Case Of Intellectually Disabled Teen Falsely Accused of Sex Offense Reveals Registry Flaws – The Appeal

The Appeal is a national criminal justice news outlet, which produces compelling, original journalism and commentary. — Read on theappeal.org/case-of-intellectually-disabled-teen-falsely-accused-of-sex-offense-reveals-registry-flaws/…

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For Parents: Get Involved With Your Child’s Education

What Is The Role Of Education? What we need is not a history of selected races or nations, but the…

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Let Interviews Work For You

Interviews can seem intimidating especially for high schoolers, college applicants or young adults trying to land their first job. The…

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Ew A Pigeon. Or; If You Will How White Folks Feel About Melanin.

This reblogged post is a reminder of mindfulness and comfortableness in one’s skin. What other people think of you is…

Culture
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Communication Styles: My Jamaican-American Culture

Comments motivated this post. One of the most consistent feedback I get from readers is my tendency to generalize. Often…

US Syrian War: killing children
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Every Day 22 US Servicemen Commit Suicide After Fighting Wars

Stumbled on a video by Ken O’Keefe who was a former United States Marine and Gulf War veteran. In 2001…

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Never Forget: Strange Fruits Grow On Southern Trees

Billie Holiday-Strange fruit- HD [Full HD 1080p] Southern trees bear a strange fruit, Blood on the leaves and blood at…

Never Forget
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NEVER FORGET: America’s Terrorism Of Communities of Color

FailureToListen.com wants Communities of Color to NEVER FORGET!  #BlackVotesMatter and #BlackLivesMatter To that end, a gallery of images on police…

Narcissist, Psychopath, or Sociopath: How To Tell The Differences
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Narcissist, Psychopath, or Sociopath: How To Tell The Differences

Narcissist, Psychopath, or Sociopath: How To Tell The Differences He is a charming, thoughtful man who gives to his community….

Adjusting to Other People
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Well-Being: Strategies To Adjust To Other People

Feeling stronger makes me more productive.  Soon I will want to be around people again. That means adjusting to other…

History of Republican Party
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Civil Rights: A Look At The History Of The Republican Party

If you’re not careful, the newspapers will have you hating the people who are being oppressed, and loving the people…

TUSKEGEE SYPHILIS STUDY
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TUSKEGEE SYPHILIS STUDY: An Unethical Experiment Using African-American Men

For 40 years, public health professionals violated their solemn medical oath (“To do no harm”). They conducted research known as the…

Dream Big then Bigger
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FFT: Don’t Dream Of Becoming A Doctor, Dream Bigger

If your dreams don’t scare you, they aren’t big enough.  -Muhammad Ali Food For Thought: Don’t Dream Of Becoming A…

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FFT: Where Are the Black Blockchain and AI Developers?

Food For Thought:  Where Are The Black Developers? Technology fascinates me. Atm, blockchains and artificial intelligence are high on my…

Mass Incarceration
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Why Are There So Many Single Black Women?

Mass Incarceration: What Caused The Dramatic Rise In Never Married African-Americans Why are so many black women single?  Could this…

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FFT: Why POTUS Is Still POTUS

Food For Thought:  MBA’s View On Why POTUS Is Still POTUS This FFT  brought to us by MBA (Mr. Bad…

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FFT: Does Trump’s Personality Disorder Make Him A Pathological Liar

How many are tired of Donald Trump’s lies? I am. I’m tired of reading his daily lies without him being…

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Head Trauma: Finding The Silver Lining

Is there a silver lining to traumatic brain injury? Does head trauma come with benefits? I didn’t think so until…

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Louisiana Prison Punishes Suicidal Inmates by Chaining Them Naked To Wooden Chairs

The new plantations where the unspeakable occurs daily. What one has to ask is the purpose of prison to torture…

The Brain and Trauma
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Personal Story of Head Injury: A Story Without A Title

Lately, I question everything I do because I forget. You see, in 2012, I suffered severe head trauma that doctors…

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Supreme Court: It’s Legal For Police Officers To Kill Americans When They FEEL Threatened

Some days it’s not worth getting out of bed. The news always seems terrible, and as a woman of color,…

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Easter: How Many Churches Will Admit Jesus Christ Was Black?

Let me start by saying I mean no disrespect to those who are genuinely religious but how many Churches will…

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Exercise: Did It

I did my morning walk. It felt glorious to be out. The air quality was gold, and the morning air…