Davey ShafikLions & DragonsFollowing on from my previous post “The Lion”, I wanted to share the significance of my new tattoo, and to answer an obvious question: Why…Feb 9, 2017Feb 9, 2017
Davey ShafikThe LionA post written two years ago as a gist, that I often revisit when I need a reminder. Decided to publish it more publicly.Feb 8, 2017Feb 8, 2017
Davey ShafikMy Son Cried Tonight…As a green card holder of Arab descent, I am simultaneously appalled, and terrified by Donald Trump’s executive order this weekend.Jan 30, 2017Jan 30, 2017
Davey ShafikBut, Do You Have a Flag?Humans like flags. We rally around them, we fight, kill, and die for them. They are symbols of national and ideological pride.Nov 16, 2016Nov 16, 2016
Davey ShafikDear AmericaI am an Arab-descended immigrant who has lived in the US for the last 14 years.Nov 9, 20161Nov 9, 20161