The Voting Rights Act’s Jubilee: A Necessary Interruption
"Every 50 years or so, an interruption is necessary."
Stained Glass
"I, however, am particularly grieving about my people, the ordained ones behind the stained glass."
Bryan Stevenson’s Call for a New Conversation
Eastern University alumnus and Equal Justice Initiative founder Bryan Stevenson was named one of the 100 most influential people by TIME magazine this year.
Another Letter to My Nephew: Toy Guns and Terrorists, Part 2
"Your auntie's praying can only do so much. You are at the mercy of whoever holds the gun."
Another Letter to My Nephew: Toy Guns and Terrorists, Part 1
In my world, I do not see oranges. I see small, fragile toy parts that are supposed to ensure your safety,
The 4th of July for Native Americans: It’s Complicated
So this Fourth of July I invite every American to start their day by learning about the Doctrine of Discovery.
What To Do With My Confederate Flag?
I agree with the growing consensus in our country. The Confederate flag has no place in the public square.
Lay Her to Rest: On the Confederate Flag After Charleston
Parents who love God and love their neighbors need to teach their kids the truth and stop buying the lie of “southern pride” associated with that flag.
A Native American’s Lament for #CharlestonShooting
I lament that the United States of America does not share a common memory and therefore is incapable of experiencing true community.
Learning to See: Which Stories Matter If Black Lives Matter?
White gang war gets two days of coverage. Black gang peace gets five seconds of coverage. Do you think Black Lives Matter?