Discussion

Drew Brees’ comments about his fellow players decision to kneel during the National Anthem illustrate the persistence of the psychology of white ownership of black bodies.  Brees went on to rationalize his position saying that the American flag reminded him...

(published in BLACK & Magazine, www.blackandmagazine.com, 4 June 2020) POTUS suggested to mayors and governors he was prepared to deploy active duty military troops – military police, ostensibly – to quell protests against the murder of George Floyd in...

What does it mean to be a black man and a patriot in America in the 21st century?  I have served this country but being black racializes me and thereby “colors” every aspect of my being. When meeting new people, if I say that I am a veteran, I am thanked for...