On the surface, Juneteenth as a national holiday appears a national step towards acknowledging enslavement. The reality is, Juneteenth as a national holiday, functions to restore faith in what has failed us for centuries: the government. Juneteenth as a national holiday, in addition to aiding Joe Biden’s attempt to paint himself into the Abe Lincoln…
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On Juneteenth 2020
One of the most pertinent distinctions that the African descended must make is the distinction between “enslaved” and “slave.” Enslaved speaks to a systemic position, and slavery references a mind weighed down by cognitive chains. Juneteenth as a commercialized holiday delineates that this distinction remains more prevalent than ever. As Dr. Carr reminded us on…
Contemplating Freedom on Juneteenth
I used to think freedom was education. That the other side of the degree was a the place to be. That somehow when I crossed the stage, things would be different. After spending nearly my entire life in school, I see that school is a business. I am presently taking a summer course. A handful…
Whispers of a Womanist 