controversies
It seems every time one racially-charged incident ends, a gender or religious controversy takes its place; Ruminate on the issues dividing our nation and world.
Black Lives Shattered
Black Lives Shattered The same rules don’t apply to “us”, oh no it’s always been different for our kind. The differences between us & them are something I know all to well. Tis not a complaint about whether or not life is fair, for if your one of us you know the answer to that question. NO no no no no no no, hell no. Without question the challenges we face in America as African Americans are unique to us. Not to say other ethnicities don’t face their own or even similar issues as blacks in the United States.
By Olaniyi Ayanlaja6 years ago in The Swamp
Inclusion Matters - Part 2
In hindsight, the introduction of Inclusion Matters Part 1, left me realising that the discourse is massive, broad, and could go in so many different directions. I would need to prioritise and minimise! Perhaps areas will overlap but prioritising will be important to be more informed.
By Teriu Lemon6 years ago in The Swamp
The Lost History
The world continually turns forgetting the embers that continue to glow in red. Ever burning heat of the past that silently grows and devours. 'We The People' is a fallacy in the logistics of the world we live in. In order for there to be a we there must be a unified 'I'. In the lack of love for all, there only becomes a love of gain. This is the Western imperialistic way of moving throughout history. Overcoming and overtaking, leaving a greater divide rather than an inclusive conclusive connection. 'The' is the principle of a continued now, and diligent present that cannot be swayed away from the uncertain future. It is the principle that connects not just sentences and thoughts on paper, but does the like in the world of action. It is practical, when only a wise practicality is embedded in its purpose.
By Travae Jones6 years ago in The Swamp
12 Years a Slave
The DSM-IV and DSM-5 criteria for a Narcissistic Personality Disorder, associated with the term sociopath, is a lack of empathy, with a grandiose sense of self-importance creating the ideology of superiority over others. This disorder is observed through an obvious lack of empathy or the unwillingness to identify with the feelings or needs of others, fantasies of success and power, as well as a sense of entitlement with unreasonable expectations and a need for automatic compliance. The defiance of any of these needs usually causes outbursts and they are often violent. In the movie 12 years a slave, it is hard to not see the correlation between the slave owners and sociopathic disorders. The quote “get some food and rest and you will soon forget about your children”, which shows dissociation between reality and the victim. This particular scene was after a woman had been bought and sold away from her children. The wife of the slave owner said this to her while she was weeping as if it were a valid way to comfort. It shows the deep rooted, and at the time socially acceptable, lack of empathy toward other human beings, it has been justified by the idea that because of the color of another skin they are not human; they are another incapable ignorant group of savages. Without empathy, there is no need to evaluate cruel behavior nor is there a reason to question social norms if it allows them to dominate others in order to fulfill their need for superiority.
By Katelind Sky6 years ago in The Swamp
Economic Inequality
Money doesn’t solve your problems. At least that’s what people keep telling me, but is this true? Does money really not affect happiness, or is happiness not the point at all? It’s obvious that at certain levels money doesn’t affect our life satisfaction but it is also important to note that once bellow a specific level of income much more than happiness is influenced. According to the data received, money has a great deal to do with all four conditions specified. Though I cannot determine the statistical significance of the data fluctuations, I can observe many patterns that are involved with poverty level, educational environment and achievements. When comparing the averages of the five poorest schools and the five richest schools, the most concerning result is the inconsistency of the percent that pass reading curriculum.
By Katelind Sky6 years ago in The Swamp
Slavery is a By-Product of War
Slavery in ancient times was a part of the economy. It was the way each people would get the services that they needed. They would take in slaves to help them carry about the duty of running a household. Slavery as lifesaving necessity was only one unclear point of view, taking in orphans and widows who needed the job to live. This is a world where currency was gold and silver and given only to the rich and powerful. Everybody else had to sell their daughter or son or servant just to make ends meet. No people were immune to slavery, everyone was up for sale unless they had certain rights and freedoms which the government protected and provided. Slavery goes further back then the ancient and it is believed to be a by-product of war. People of long ago thought that the only way to end the war was to oppressed the rebels, the troublemakers, and peace destroyers. Religion has its role in this flourish of slavery both pagan and monotheistic. Religion taught that bounding people for the sake of knowledge is right, and only monotheistic said to train them and set them free within their society after they gained the knowledge. Even though the war had a major impact on the belief of the powerful bounding up many, they had the support of religion which empowers their conquest for ruler-ship. This chosen and appointed position from religion exploited the lives of millions of people not just Blacks, Whites, Asians, Hispanics, and Native Americans. Slave traders and slave masters thought it was their right to own and possess other people for living and livelihood.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous6 years ago in The Swamp
Moral Reparations
America is not the only facing this dilemma. Our democracy is put in the spotlight because we demand justice for others yet neglecting justice for our fellow citizens. How can America in its deep conscience ignore the damage brought about its wealth and power? It appears debatable but the underlining truth is it is evident in our job difference, educational backing, and finances. Race does play a major role. The whole world used to be an economy of slavery. We owe it to ourselves and our future to resolve this issue. This issue has deeply divided us for generations. We have the power unlike our ancestors before us to break the chains of bondage brought about our oppression. This oppression was not only physically but religiously. We were persecuted for our skin. It came in these three forms:
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous6 years ago in The Swamp
First-Ever Black District Attorney in Kansas Speaks Out on Systemic Attacks Against Him
After the closing of Election Day on November 8, 2016, voters in the U.S. state of Kansas made history by electing the first-ever black District Attorney in the state’s 29th judicial division.
By Victor Trammell6 years ago in The Swamp
Black People Are Racist Too
The amount of times per day that I see my right-wing, conservative, facebook friends sharing the phrase "black people are racist too" is infuriating, but it's also not entirely false. People, especially now during the Black Lives Matter movement, are taking every chance they get to post photos and news articles about the racist things that black people have done or are currently doing, even the ones who run the BLM movement. These people, posting these stories and articles and photos, are not wrong. You cannot tell me they are because 1. there is proof and 2. it's human nature at this point. Black people are racist too, fact. Don't try to "if, and, or but" me because you're in denial if you try to argue that. It's a fact.
By Lauren Hodges6 years ago in The Swamp
Defund The Police — A view from both sides:
My uncle has a unique Black experience that we all can learn from no matter what side of the issue of #DefundPolice you are on. His experience provides greater clarity and thoughtfulness than any hashtag. I am publishing his letter to the Fraternal Order of Police as a conduit for constructive conversations that lead to positive solutions.
By Darius Kirksey6 years ago in The Swamp
What Means Misfits - What Has That To Do With The Changing Time In 2020
Well, 2020 is a year for the books. It is a special year when the global pandemic broke out. A year when the virus kept us between the four walls of our home, and we can't go outside. Only for a small walk. Or doing the groceries.
By Agnes Laurens6 years ago in The Swamp
