So you want to be an activist… Like you, I’ve recently become involved in activism and I’m making mistakes left and right. Like many newly activated warriors, I’m learning much more by just getting involved then I really asked for. But additionally what I’ve really come to learn is that…

Please don’t tell me I’m “woke” because I’m speaking out against racism. Or that I participate in multicultural initiatives. Or that I share articles on Facebook or twitter about the LGBT community. Please don’t allow me the comfort of being satisfied with the status quo. With the minimum. Don’t take my effort as enough. Don’t allow my safety pin to be a finish line. Please don’t let me relax when you reassure me that I’m making progress.

If this election has taught us anything it’s that we are easily susceptible to media frenzy and divisiveness. Trump has unearthed a side of our nation that exists but is rarely seen. The scariest part about this isn’t Trump supporters who are overtly outspoken racists or misogynistic. No, the scariest…

Obama declares a State of Emergency in Flint, Michigan because people should fucking have a right to gaddamned clean water. The Zika virus stuff started popping up and errybody was like dafaq is that? #OscarsSoWhite A group of “anti-government” protesters gather arms and refuse to leave a wildlife refuge in…

I’ve been struggling with my emotions since my hometown has experienced national limelight in something that has been going on for a while. Lines are drawn between police and PoC and protesters are getting arrested for being on the street. The summer heat is boiling and so is everyone’s blood. …

I love Baton Rouge. I’ve lived in this city since 1991 and have never left. Baton Rouge is to New Orleans as Long Island is to New York City. We’re an hour away from a big bright city that everyone loves but we’d rather our “small town” feel. …

1. First, use these following steps: a. Point out all the logical fallacies. Also, make sure you are not using them as well. “Nice straw-man you built there; does it come with a brain?” b. Respond to each point with a question. The question should repeat back the statement they…

I will remember Malaya and her boisterous walk as she confidently bounced into the airport bathroom, with her bright backpack, braided hair, and grandmother in tow. I will remember how her 8 year old voice sounded as she politely said “Bless you” to my sneeze while I touched up my…

1. Boast about yourself over and over again, cause people take you more seriously if you convince them that you’re the best. 2. Don’t bother using filters or politically correct language. It’s time wasted on the losers of the world. …