“Bringing the gifts that my ancestors gave, I am the dream and the hope of the slave.
I rise. I rise. I rise.”
— Maya Angelou, Still I Rise
I am unapologetically BLACK. If that triggers you, go take a look in the mirror. Ask yourself why, then ask yourself why again. Keep asking until you reach the root issue, then deal accordingly. No matter what you do, don’t get disrespectful.This started with me centering articles focused on equity and equality, reproductive justice, abolition, restorative justice, and more. I have evolved to sharing my own prose writings as well as some articles shared in my newsletter. I hope to start/carry on the important conversations. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
I want to say I can’t believe this shit but I’ve known for years this was a strong possibility. It’s infuriating and disheartening. I am afraid for what’s to come. They absolutely will not stop here. They are coming for voting rights, same sex marriage, trans rights, and more. I have so much more to say but it’s not safe. If you need resources, please reach out.
NPR’s article includes audio so here’s that link: NPR Article
Here is the pdf form of the decision. This should be required reading!
https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/21pdf/19-1392_6j37.pdf