Livin’ Off The Land

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Raise The Brown Fist

Feb 26, 2012 | 2 Comments

In response to my poem “Brown” let me address the critiques immediately and admit that I represent the mixed majority. Yes, mixed people are the unscene majority because whether we want to admit it or not we are all of mixed heritage. And if you aren’t you’re probably battling a number of genetic problems stemming ...

What our cultural arts scene needs?

Feb 22, 2012 | 2 Comments

To this day the Walker Theatre is an enduring legacy in Indianapolis as well as the neighborhood named Ransom Place not only because of the first female millionaire in America, Madame C.J. Walker but also because of Freeman Ransom the attorney that ran the business affairs of the Walker until his death.  I bring his ...

Why history is important when role models are absent

Feb 21, 2012 | One Comment

The greatest trick the devil every played was to make us believe he didn’t exist. That’s how I feel about people who say TV doesn’t affect our behavior and growth as a society. Everyday there are thousands of kids who go home to communties and households without much supervision or positive adult interaction. There main ...