One of the premiere minds in the black community was recently on an episode of “Real Time” with Bill Maher. Amongst other things, they discussed the on going travesty that is the “Jena 6”.
Upon opening the door, I was hit with the overpowering yet faded scent of cigarette smoke. The scent thickened the air. It’s vapour drifting upwards from the depths of the carpet, the linings on the walls, the ceiling. I immediately looked for an ashtray. I reached for the knob on the…