Kanye West is back in the headlines. While visiting TMZ yesterday, he stated slavery was “a choice”. Now we must admit Kanye is known for being unfiltered and controversial, but this latest incident went a step too far. His bizarre antics and statements yesterday have people questioning if this is a part of an elaborate marketing scheme for his upcoming album or a cry for help. Continue reading Reflection: Slavery was not a Choice, Kanye
Like most people, I watched with excitement as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (also referred to as the Royals) introduced their latest newborn – a precious baby boy – to the world. To me, the moment represented a speck of innocence in the daily news instead of its usual abhorrent savagery. But as I pondered on the scene displayed on the computer screen, I could not help but to think of the current state of the world – the stark separation of “the haves” and “the have nots”.
Just when you thought the Howard University scandal was simmering down.
Tyrone Hankerson, Jr – the student at the epicenter of the scandal – reportedly plans to sue Howard University for $10 million dollars after his financial records were leaked by a whistleblower last month.
His lawyer, James Walker, told WAMU that he has drafted a lawsuit, and he expects to file in D.C. Superior Court on April 6, 2018.
Continue reading SMH: Update on Howard University Scandal
A generation ago, people started working for an employer at the ripe age of 18 and never left. For their youth, deferred dreams, and precious time, they received a pension and maybe a gold watch when they retired. Well, there is a new generation in town called: Millennials. Millennials think differently. The thought of giving up our youth, dreams, and time for something not making a difference in the world is absurd. Continue reading Reflections: Making Tough Decisions in Life