Faith seeking understanding– without race
I didn’t sign up for this. I’m certain of it. I checked the salvation plan at the end of the pamphlet that was handed to me by an adult who was convinced that the gesture was well- meaning because my soul was in danger. I checked my notes from my new members’ class and double checked my […]
Read MoreI wonder what our lives would be like if those who are privileged by race would deny these social entitlements. What change could be brought about if when persons are offered a pass, a perk, a protection or the benefit of doubt, they would reject it? How might we be challenged if we did not accept what we did not earn, if we […]
Read MoreWhiteness is not an identity but a privilege. It is the only real race card for if whiteness ceased to exist, so would all the other social colors. We could all throw our hands in. Game over. But, no deal. It is handed out, passed down as an American inheritance for the have’s. But, have not […]
Read MoreI wonder when we will put the two together– race and racism. Theirs is a partnership; the two go hand- in- hand as you cannot have one without the other. In fact, one cannot function without the other. Racism is not the problem. Racism is the way that the system of race works. Racism is […]
Read MoreJust when I think that I have said enough or said it all as it relates to my views on race, I get a sign. This time it was a billboard sign created by Rick Tyler of Tennessee who is running for Congress. Clearly, a play on the Trump campaign, Tyler hopes to “Make American […]
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The Raceless Gospel 