I knew I had no chance. This wasn’t like last time. And, sometimes you just know. How could death be my birthright? Chances are if you’ve never had a thought like that, you are not an African-American in the criminal justice system. I imagine these were the thoughts that kept Curtis Flowers from sleep, “after … Continue reading
The federal minimum wage—currently sitting at $7.25 an hour—hasn’t moved a penny since 2009, but now President Joe Biden wants to increase it to $15 an hour. To some, this may seem drastic, but it really shouldn’t surprise anyone. The idea of increasing the federal minimum wage is nothing new. Biden’s predecessors tried grappling with … Continue reading
Now more than ever you’d have to be living under a rock to be unaware that February is Black History Month. February was chosen to honor Frederick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays. What isn’t more obvious, is what people are supposed to do with that information. As an Afro-Latina on an overwhelmingly white campus, I … Continue reading
The greatest sporting spectacle on earth has passed us, and while most football fans (excluding those of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers) are giving negative reviews of the actual game, reactions to R&B star The Weeknd’s halftime performance have been mixed. Some have said the performance was confusing and strange, while others believe it to be … Continue reading
Jan. 29 marked Thomas Paine’s 284th birthday. Although Paine’s birthday is overshadowed by the birthdays of both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, his life and writings are incredibly important, particularly after all the turmoil that 2020 brought. According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, Paine was born in England in 1737, He received a limited education and … Continue reading
Democrats, Congratulations! Donald Trump is no longer president. Being on the winning side of an election can be one of the greatest feelings in the world for those of us that follow our governing system. Moreso after this election, where the stakes were high on both sides. However, winning a presidential election gives you power, … Continue reading
Election Day 2020 has finally arrived. After over a year of anticipation, voters will have a final opportunity to cast their vote to determine the President of the United States for the next four years. This election is unlike any other in our nation’s history. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only changed the talking points … Continue reading
Imagine an estranged child running away from his abusive parents. Imagine the hardships that have shaped his perspective. Imagine the determination it took to separate from the pain of the known to the unfamiliar. He grows up asserting he will never perpetuate the same offenses. In fact, not only will he never practice these injustices, … Continue reading
Last week, my column focused on the common myths and propaganda tools perpetuated by the two-party system to keep third parties out of contention for the presidency. While these are important to be aware of, it still may not be enough to sway your opinion on the 2020 election, and that’s okay. Where all of … Continue reading
With the concern of physical health drastically overwhelming the world for the past eight months due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, many seem to lack the ability to identify the mental needs of society members during this time. While experts and bystanders could go on about the seriousness of this virus, which they should, I want … Continue reading
