And if you have the ability to officially remove a statue, know that you’re not deleting history, you’re making it.
Politics/Community
Getting Slapped in the Face with Your Own White Privilege Can Be a Good Thing
By Sam Wassel of Between the Monkey Bars I have a somewhat embarrassing confession to make: I didn’t know the details of what happened to George Floyd until about four days after the fact. I know what you’re probably thinking: How is that even possible? It seems like EVERYONE is talking about it. But you see, […]
A Mix Tape of Protest Songs to Help You Vent Your Rage
For those of us who just need an outlet – something to jam to so we can release our emotions – here is a playlist that illustrates how we are feeling right now.
Unnecessary Hyperbole Not Required to Ease Your White Guilt
There is no doubt that 2020 is a shit show of epic proportions, but if we’re being honest, things haven’t been good for a long time. And if we’re people of color, which I am not, “long time” means FOREVER. During Obama’s presidency the overtly racist knuckledraggers were present but slightly muted, and the opaquely […]
University of Minnesota Makes Big Change in Wake of George Floyd Death
University of Minnesota President, Joan Gabel made some pretty substantial changes to the relationship between the university and the MPD.
Bart Simpson Hired to Compile List of Grads for Mississippi Governor
Pro-tip: make sure to wink after you say the name so the kids will know you’re lit af.
That Woman From Michigan Is Blowing Up
If you’re not from The Great Lakes state or dabble in gubernatorial trivia, you probably not familiar with Gretchen Whitmer AKA Big Gretch AKA That Woman From Michigan.
Laura Benanti Creates Community During COVID-19 Crisis
Have a young performer in your life? Be sure to post them singing their little hearts out with the hashtag #SunshineSongs.