“It is our very fear of the future that distorts the now that could lead to a different future if we dared to be whole in the present.” -Marion Woodman
Black History Fact Of The Day
Written By: Elsie Law
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On Thursday, April 23, 2015, it was confirmed that Laurie A. Cunbo has become the first African-American woman Attorney General in United States history.
Quote Of The Day
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
23•15
“When I was in college, I found out that the MVPs and all-league team and all that are hugely political. So I decided that if I win every game, that becomes historical fact, not anyone’s opinion.” -Bill Russell
Educating Black Students According To Their Own Psychology: Gary Byrd Interviews Dr. Amos Wilson (1988)
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
21•15
Dr. Amos Wilson discusses: Education, oppression creating an immature mind, social institutions and their relationship to Black people, how education can make you dumb, the education necessary for Black students, the role of the Black teacher, the reason for the high dropout rate, how the ultimate consumer is created, the necessity of thinking skills and listen skills in the curriculum, and more.
Black History Fact Of The Day: Nina Simone
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
21•15
Nina Simone discussed racism on her song “Mississippi Goddam.” She addressed the murder of Medgar Evers and the bombing of a Birmingham church in her song. “Mississippi Goddam” was released as a single in 1964, and was banned by several states in the United States of America.
Quote Of The Day
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
21•15
“If we don’t know our history, we are doomed to live it as though it were a private fate.” -Hannah Arendt
Definitions Better Than Webster’s: Discipline
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
20•15
DISCIPLINE:
“Discipline was a big word that meant a lot in our house growing up. It doesn’t only mean punishing someone for a transgression; discipline can also mean taking control of yourself- your words and your actions. Through many an ebb and flow in our individual lives- and in our relationships with one another- it’s discipline that has guided me…
When I think about discipline, I think of hard work. And when I think about hard work, I also think about making sure I take time to play and enjoy life and have a good time. Otherwise, what am I working so hard to accomplish?” -“The Making of a Stand Up Guy” By: Charlie Murphy
Black History Fact Of The Day
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
20•15
Michael Vick was the first African-American quarterback in history to be picked first overall in the NFL draft.
Quote Of The Day
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
20•15
“You can’t depend on your eyes when your imaginations is out of focus.” -Mark Twain
Book Excerpt Of The Week: “King of Rock: Respect, Responsibility, and My Life with Run-DMC” By: Darryl McDaniels
Written By: Elsie Law
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Apr•
17•15
“I watch people in the entertainment business and realize money is killing them. They’re trying so hard to get it and they’re so worried about losing it that they never really enjoy themselves.
I say these people are destroying themselves because what they are saying is, ‘I want more I want, I don’t have, I got to get…’ Essentially, what they’re saying is their whole existence isn’t right. They can’t enjoy the moment because it’s all about what will happen in the future. And they’re never going to be secure, so when will the find peace?
The truth is no amount of money will fill up that hole inside them. No amount will ever bring stability because it isn’t about a specific amount of money. It’s about them. Money is an amplifier. If you were a jerk before you got money, you’d be a jerk with money, only more so because you’ll undoubtedly use that newfound wealth to promote the qualities that made you a jerk in the first place. It brings out your true colors.” -From, “King of Rock: Respect, Responsibility, and My Life with Run-DMC” By: Darryl McDaniels
