Hi, Charles. The first reaction was complete silence. After I asked for students to share how they felt about my presentation, there were mixed views. Some questioned the judgement of those who invited me, others were obviously offended, but there were some who "got it" and appreciated what had just happened. Apparently, news of my presentation spread through parts of the campus and discussions were born around the issues raised in my sharing.
Wow, Sis. Anna Renee! A "little piece" is an understatement! (wow) That is so kind of you and I am inspired even more to live up to what you've written. THANK YOU!
Very sad, but unfortunately very true.
You're on point as usual, Sis. The teachings and analysis of Dr. Carter G. Woodson in The Mis-Education of the Negro still proves true in so many ways today. (Why do we refuse to heed the the words of our Great Ancestors!) Many of our Sistas and Brothas remain mentally enslaved. It saddens me to see people who are so brilliant be tangled up in so much bondage. They've outsourced their brilliance in the service of another people's vision!
Wow...that's so nice:) Thank you, Anna Renee! I'm going to go and check it out.
I definitely feel you, Rev. Solomon. The lack of knowledge about our own history continues to keep many of us embracing a subservient, inferior, "less than" posture. The amazing thing is that when I share information on our people's connection to Ancient Kemit and the Nile Valley Civilization (which has been called the cradle of Human Civilization) many refuse to hear it. Such is the depth of the conditioning of our people.
Wonderful analysis of a failed "educational" system. While the solution you offer will take great effort; our children deserve nothing less!
Thank you for your comment, dvonstein. I agree with you that it's going to be imperative that people get back to what is called "simple living". Growing and eating your own food, making your own clothes, building what you need, etc. We have become dangerously dependent on the corporate class and are now subject to their whims. Only when we reclaim our ability to do and think for self will we be free. Thanks again.
Thanks for the comment, David. "A different way of doing and being" - that's a great way to describe what I feel is necessary. I suspect that you're right about the hesitancy to engage such "simple questions". I plan to share them anyway at a few local settings and national conferences that I'm preparing to attend in the near future. I'll be sure to share any feedback that I receive. Thanks again.
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