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Interesting thought. But wouldn't that serve to further divide us rather than to help unify us?I think we need a forum for every race and every ethnic background.
Interesting thought. But wouldn't that serve to further divide us rather than to help unify us?I think we need a forum for every race and every ethnic background.
Interesting thought. But wouldn't that serve to further divide us rather than to help unify us?
Remember when Bic marketed the “Bic for Her” pen?This has nothing to do with race, but it's another example of how words matter.
We belong to a Facebook bourbon drinkers group. Yesterday, someone posted a picture of their somewhat large drink and said it was a "man size pour". I thought absolutely nothing of it, but last night, my wife asked if I had seen the post. I said I had and she said he got a couple of negative comments from women in our group. When I read it, the fact that it could be seen as dismissive of women never crossed my mind, but now that she pointed it out to me, I totally get it. We have lots of women in the group, my wife included, and plenty of them drink every bit as much or more than the men, so what does "man size pour" mean anyway? It's like the Hungry Man TV dinners. There's just no reason to use terminology like that anymore.
Probably not enough?? how many times have you asked that?
Hi friends. I've been angry and sad this week. All of the events that have transpired in Kenosha weigh heavy on me. I even had a family member try to literally "shame" me on social media for supporting BLM. She claims that BLM's sole purpose is to incite violence and rioting. She's clearly unhinged. But it adds to the anger and feelings of helplessness.
But then I see the NBA and WNBA's act of solidarity and to that I say BRAVO.
Hope everyone is hanging in there.
Hello @sara_sHi friends. I've been angry and sad this week. All of the events that have transpired in Kenosha weigh heavy on me. I even had a family member try to literally "shame" me on social media for supporting BLM. She claims that BLM's sole purpose is to incite violence and rioting. She's clearly unhinged. But it adds to the anger and feelings of helplessness.
But then I see the NBA and WNBA's act of solidarity and to that I say BRAVO.
Hope everyone is hanging in there.
Hi friends. I've been angry and sad this week. All of the events that have transpired in Kenosha weigh heavy on me. I even had a family member try to literally "shame" me on social media for supporting BLM. She claims that BLM's sole purpose is to incite violence and rioting. She's clearly unhinged. But it adds to the anger and feelings of helplessness.
But then I see the NBA and WNBA's act of solidarity and to that I say BRAVO.
Hope everyone is hanging in there.
Agreed. I just don’t even have words. This is awful.I'm gutted. Man we didn't need more bad news this week.
What Black Panther meant to me
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It seems the year 2020 could go down as the year “Annus Horribilis” when we reflect on the horrific, tragic losses of Black men and women along with the injuries to White allies.
The passing of actor and humanitarian Chadwick Boseman leaves a hole in the hearts of his family, friends and fans from his home town in South Carolina, USA and his fans around the world. The movie Black Panther gave me a sense of hope seeing another Black Super Hero along side “The Falcon” aka “The Black Falcon” as the title of his comic/ graphic novel. Imagine seeing an intelligent, wise, leader guiding and protecting his people with empathy and integrity. As a man of color to see the amazing acting style of Chadwick Boseman on screen and his grace off screen, priceless.
Growing up super heroes were reserved for White characters, Imagine what wonder, what spark of inspiration has been ignited in this generation of young Black, Brown boys and girls growing up with a modern super hero portrayed by Chadwick Boseman.
“Black Panther” is more than a film. It carries the hopes of the global African diaspora.
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Weeks before Black Panther arrived in theaters, a number of Black celebrities bought out entire movie theaters in minority communities across the country to provide children of color in lower income areas the opportunity to see “Black Panther.” There have only been a few all Black cast films produced and released by major Hollywood studios. Looking at the span of time from the release of “Carmen Jones”, which starred the amazing Dorthy Dandrige, to “Black Panther” you could count on one hand. Dorthy Dandrige was the first woman of color nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress In 1954. To date Hallie Berry is the only woman of color to win the OSCAR for Best Actress (2001).
The character T’Challa, played by Chadwick Boseman, is the country’s leader whose powers come from his intelligence, his ancestral knowledge, access to advanced technologies, and, of course, wealth—which all turn him into the Black Panther superhero. This level of representation carries the burden of hope and breaks the cinematic stereotypes about Africa. The film did so much to uplift and bring together many African nations.
The producers of the film included real elements of contemporary Africa, making the mythical kingdom of Wakanda feel real. The cast dressed in traditional African clothing representing a mix of different African cultures. South African audience were thrilled to hear T’Challa and his father speaking isiXhosa to each other, a complex South African language known for its melodic clicks. This, along with the several African actors in the cast, has pulled African audiences into the hype, so much so that Nigerians, Kenyans and others are planning to wear their best traditional gear to the premiere.
All of this magic materialized on screen and lead by a true leading actor. Chadwick Boseman, may you rest in peace knowing your talent, skill and grace will be missed.
Please share your thoughts on “Black Panther” and the amazing Chadwick Boseman.
Wishing everyone Peace, Love and Light,
Wakanda Forever
Your AKL Ranger
Apologies if my expression of loss for Chadwick Boseman was more than others felt. This summer has been too much. The year 2020 will go down as Annus Horribilis for so many people of all colors. The events of this Spring/Summer shined a massive spotlight on the injustice and losses experienced by men and women of color.
I am thankful to all of the Dis Community of Color and Allie members. Thank you for the acknowledgment we all can learn from each other. Thank you for notes of encouragement, when I asked "what trouble did I start?" Based on your reception to this thread, I think we all started "Good trouble."
We are still waiting for DIS Board Management to confirm our request to be moved over to our own Forum.
The anticipation of hosting our "D.O.C.'s Family reunion is one of the few things keeping me going. Until then I am counting down the days until the world heals from the Covid pandemic and we are all able to travel safely in numbers.
Thanks for being here,
Wishing everyone Peace, Love, and Light.
Wakanda Forever
AKL Ranger