Tag Archives: police brutality

#TyreNichols Killers: Here is How They are “Taking One for the Team” of Systemic Racism

Posted on January 28, 2023 by Robert P.

By now, we have all heard of the tragic murder of Tyre Nichols in Memphis on January 10. We also know that the five officers responsible have already been fired and charged with second degree murder, aggravated assault, aggravated kidnapping, … Continue reading →

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#Racism: For Some White Folks, It’s On Blacks to “End” It

Posted on April 22, 2021 by Robert P.

By now, many of us have heard some form of what we as Blacks need to do in order to not be murdered by police or how our behaviors can put an end to racism. Really? It’s on us? That’s … Continue reading →

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Donald Trump: The End of an Error. And Why He Was Needed for America

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Robert P.

It’s like the saying goes: It doesn’t matter how you start, but how you finish. You know what else they say: It’s more about the journey than the destination. Both of those apply here. We finished with Donald Trump not … Continue reading →

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BLOG POST: Dear Police Officers, You Don’t Need to Quit. Just Take Responsibility

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Robert P.

All over, we’re hearing news about members of law enforcement who are deciding to quit the force. With everything taking place, some would say that they don’t blame you. As a black man who will be 41 in a couple … Continue reading →

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#ColinKaepernick: You Only Hate Him Because Donald Trump and Fox News Told You To

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Robert P.

21-year veteran here. I just retired from the Army last month. So for those of you who want to claim that Colin Kaepernick’s protest is about “disrespecting” us, let me help you out. It’s not. Period. If you are not … Continue reading →

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Dear Anti-NFL Kneelers, Stop Telling Us How To Feel. Sincerely, Veterans

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Robert P.

Ever since Colin Kaepernick began taking a knee back in 2016 during the national anthem prior to NFL games, a LOT of so-called “patriots” showed outrage, believing…nay…demanding that he stood as it was played. Kaepernick began taking a knee to protest … Continue reading →

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#DividedWeFall: How Some Blacks AND Whites Contribute

Posted on September 22, 2016 by Robert P.

When I look at where we are now as a country, it deeply saddens me. If you think that as a black man, I’m saddened because of white people only, you’re wrong. And if you’re someone who thinks I’m saddened … Continue reading →

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