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BLACK HISTORY MONTH

 WHITE AMERIKKKA AND BLACK HISTORY MONTH Photographer Zack Brown shooting dapper men in Harlem, ca. 1937 Eliot Elisofon Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, © Harry Ransom Center, The University of Texas at Austin Why They Hate It And Why We Should Too. In this episode of the podcast, I dive into the contentious topic of Black History Month and why some white individuals seem to have a problem with it. I explore the discomfort that arises among certain groups when Black history is highlighted, particularly during the designated month. I question whether Black people should continue to celebrate Black History Month or if we should shift our focus to recognizing our history year-round. I also take a moment to address the current global tensions, particularly in the Middle East, and how they contribute to anxiety and stress in our daily lives. I encourage listeners to seek help if they are feeling overwhelmed. As I delve deeper int...
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The One Group Hated Almost as much as Black people.

Seems to me that states here in the United States have passed a record number of laws that attack LGBTQ rights, especially for transgender youth. Last time I checked, this was America. Land of the free, Greatest Country in the World! (It turns out that slogan was made up by the same firm that coined the phrase “Ham and Eggers” And “Milk, Does a Body Good”.

America is supposed to be a beacon of freedom and democracy, with values such as individual liberty and equality, superior to those of other nations. It’s not.

How can you say you love America when you continually try to hurt Americans?

The Constitution speaks of “All Men”, and all Women, all races, all religions, and YES, all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people should be able to live openly without discrimination and enjoy equal rights, personal autonomy, and freedom of expression and association. Remember that the pursuit of happiness, in the Declaration, is not a quest or a pastime, but “an unalienable right.”. We all have a right to pursue happiness.