Category: Race

2015 in review

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Thank you to all who shared in my writing journey this year.  It has been a busy one as I took on several new columns and even a writing contract.  By the grace of God, I made all of the deadlines and managed to gain unbelievable theological insight in the process.  I am better for […]

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The New York Times has “A Conversation with Police on Race”

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New York Times contributors Geeta Gandbhir and Perri Peltz offer a look inside of the minds of police officers from various cities and districts who talk about why they became police officers and how race plays a role in their understanding and practice of the law.  The negative aspects of policing and the need for […]

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Hung jury may lead to hanging heads

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The first to be tried in the untimely and tragic death of Mr. Freddie Gray, Baltimore police officer William Porter, leaves the courtroom and dumfounds some.  The mistrial is being described as a miscarriage of justice, a missed opportunity and even a misunderstanding.  There are those who believe that while it is unfortunate, no crime […]

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No end in sight

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There seems to be no end to race- related remarks and incidents: Supreme Court Judge Scalia’s remarks on affirmative action,  ex- Oklahoma police officer Daniel Holtzclaw’s trial for the rape of vulnerable African American women, the suspension of cadets for KKK outfits and on and on.  I have lost count and track of the insensitivities […]

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What is the world coming to?

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During this season of Advent, we remember and celebrate the coming of Jesus Christ, of divine feet on earth, of God with us.  Still, I can’t help but wonder what the world is coming to.  The recent death of Laquan McDonald still has my mind reeling.  What is happening to us? What is happening to my […]

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