Good Sunday Evening people! As you have noticed, I’ll take breaks from writing because life is life. I recently had a son in May 2021. My world was flipped upside down in the most loving way. I can’t explain how much I love that kid. Since I’ve been trying to get used to fatherhood, I…
Tag: America
Leadership in the Midnight Hour: Where is President Trump?
If you’ve been paying even minimal attention to current events, then you know Americans are going awwwfff! George Floyd was slowly murdered by four (former) Minneapolis Police Department officers on May 25th, 2020. Bystanders recorded video of Officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on a cuffed and detained George Floyd’s neck. This caused causing a blockage to…
Oh, The Places We Will Go: Part 1
What up A Fresh Voice readers? I’m sure you noticed that I was on a long hiatus this year. You may have asked, “Where’s the fresh view?” Well, I was tied up. For good reason, though. In fact, it’s one of the best things that’s happened in my life time. I got married y’all! God…
What It Takes for You to Believe
What does it take for you to believe my story? The experiences that shaped me? The events that formed my perception? What does it take for you to believe? I ask this because too often we dismiss people’s experiences. Whether we think they are lying or if we try to explain what we think actually happened….
President Trump and the Deceived Evangelical Base
If you don’t believe in Jesus, then you better start. Why do I say that? Aside from your soul’s salvation, truly look at the world around you; the American government in particular. For the last three years it’s been a complete circus. Trump’s campaign was a nightmare for those who believe in humanity and decency….
The First Time I Felt Proud to be American
For the first time in my life, I am really proud of my country because it feels like hope is making a comeback. Not just because Barack has done well, but I think people are hungry for change. Michelle Obama Michelle Obama spoke some truth right here, but she caught some serious blowback. How can…
Uncomfortable Conversations
I have a lot to tell you guys. Life has been busy! Between getting married in Feb (love you babe!), injuring my knee, and rehabbing, I’ve had a lot on my plate. Not too much to discuss the elements of racism in the land though. I’ve come to a point where I pick and choose…
What It’s Like to be the Safe Black Person
This past weekend I went to see The Hate U Give. Seeing that movie left me with raw, unfiltered emotions. They talked about several subjects. Modern day racism and people’s inability to see themselves. The modern black family. Loyalty to your roots. The “snitches get stitches” culture. How black kids are taught to behave during police interactions….
Kanye West and the Illusion of Free Thought
Kanye has been on a tear this year. The rapper, once heralded for his wokeness, has aligned with Pres Trump in order to spark a conversation. At least that’s what he says. In the past 6 months, Ye has dropped some bombs on a black community that seemingly loves him. Loved him. However, he’s quickly falling…
It’s Tuesday Morning? Let’s Boycott!
Good glorious morning A Fresh Voice readers! How did you celebrate your Labor Day weekend? I didn’t do much this weekend. I ate, went to the gym, slept in, and saw Crazy Rich Asians. That movie was really good! All in all, it was a laid back weekend for me. Others? Not so much. It was…
Oh, The Irony
I find myself saying this phrase a lot when it comes to social media and hardcore opinions. Oh, the irony. How does it apply? I’ll tell you. So, I’m scrolling through Facebook seeing different memes and articles regarding David Hogg. He’s emerged as one of the leading teens from Parkland demanding gun control, and one…
Conversations with the Youth of America
This weekend the March for Our Lives took place at various locations throughout the country to discuss gun violence and potential gun reform. Kids of all ages had some profound things to say. What did the adults do? They ignored them yet again. Based on what I’ve read from a couple of people on – wait for it – Facebook,…
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