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Continue reading →: All This Over a Movie
All of the trash that has been produced by Hollywood over the years and this one has set off a literal firestorm. I do not minimize the hurt and anger felt by many Muslims. A person’s religion and faith should be respected- too many times people, especially Americans, are far…
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Continue reading →: Pink Is The New Blue
We have a name for it now: The Great Recession. During this time, manufacturing jobs went bust. It’s not shocking that as the economy and industry shifts, employment must do the same. Have we learned nothing from a dated school system and curriculum created during industrialism? Pink collar jobs are…
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Continue reading →: Youth In a Violent World
I keep thinking about the Maryland boy who was killed on the way to school Tuesday morning. I can not shake it. That is how he will be remembered. In an interview, the principal remarked that he “didn’t deserve to die.” Do any of them? We just keep burying our…
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Continue reading →: I Would Totally Hire a Male Nanny
As the mother of a young son, I would hire a male nanny- if I were in the market for one. Norland has admitted its first male student into its prestigious bachelors program. I think it should definitely be considered, especially if there is no male role model or father…
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Continue reading →: What About the Children?
Chicago teachers are in the third day of their strike. Meanwhile, what happens to the students? Teachers are reportedly striking for better pay and smaller class size. They have been speaking to parents about ongoing problems to gain support, but I wonder how long this support can be sustained. I have…
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Continue reading →: FLOTUS Maximus
I needed 24 hours to reflect and I am still in awe. I love her. Michelle played her part, once again. Not only did she play it, she knocked it out of the park. As a woman- whatever race, creed, affiliation- you had to be proud. “Being President doesn’t change…
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Continue reading →: Congratulations, Michael!
I’m obviously late to the party! Michael Strahan is the new co-host of Live! with Kelly. Congratulations to the gap-toothed Giant for snagging one of the most coveted jobs in recent memory. I wonder if they’re gonna change the name?
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Continue reading →: R.I.P. Gentle Giant
December 10, 1957 – September 3, 2012 Best known for his performance in The Green Mile, actor Michael Clarke Duncan died of a heart attack. His recognizable baritone and sweet disposition will be missed for those closest to him.
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Continue reading →: 55 Till Now
August 28th marked the infamous anniversary of Emmett Till’s murder in Money, Mississippi. A new documentary debuting in November, 55 Till Now examines the kidnapping and murder of the 14 year-old. This documentary highlights the perspective of Mayor Johnny B. Thomas who was a child in that community when Till…
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Continue reading →: The Elephant in the Room
The week of the GOP convention and I have been silent which is, let’s say, uncharacteristic… I am just sooo tired, I can not even begin. I just want everyone to try honesty. This country has been headed toward the abyss for decades now: the economy, politics, education, healthcare- all…
- A Panel Series From Writing While Black Podcast
- And we have normalized it
- Fuck the cookout
- What does that mean?
I’m Ayoka
Welcome to Mule Of The World. Musings and rants from this Black woman. Zora Neale Hurston called the Black woman “the mule of the world.”
