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  • When Thanksgiving Hurts: A Fight for Family and Healing Generational Wounds

    As we approach Thanksgiving, it’s impossible not to reflect on its deeper implications. Historically, Thanksgiving has been framed as a time of gratitude and unity, but for many of our Native American ancestors, it is a painful reminder of genocide and erasure. By the 1900s, Thanksgiving had been weaponized as a propaganda tool, promoting a…

  • The Electoral College and White Supremacy: A Legacy of Systemic Oppression

    When we think about voting in the United States, many of us believe our voices matter equally, that the system represents democracy at its finest. But beneath the surface lies a complex web of structures designed to maintain racial inequality—systems that are still actively at work today. One of the most prominent of these systems…

  • Protected: The Devastating Impact of Racial Bias on a family already hurting from generational trauma

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  • The Last Time We Saw Our Boys: A Heartbreaking Truth

    The last time we saw R & G, we were told something that shook us to the core: their grandparents had made it clear to them, “You’ll never live with your parents.” Hearing those words come from children who deserve to feel safe and loved was devastating. But what struck us even more deeply was…

  • The Healing Power of African Medicine: Liberating Ourselves from the System Designed to Keep Us Sick

    For thousands of years, African medicine was not just a means of survival—it was a way of life. It was a holistic approach that intertwined the physical, spiritual, and communal aspects of existence. Our ancestors understood that healing was more than just treating symptoms; it was about maintaining balance within oneself and with the natural…

  • Language as a Weapon: How Colonizers Used the Removal of African Languages to Keep Us in the Dark

    In the fight for Black consciousness, one of the most insidious tactics used by Europeans during colonization was the stripping away of African languages. While the loss of land and resources is often the most discussed impact of colonization, the assault on language was equally destructive. Language is the key to understanding ourselves, our history,…

  • The Silent War: White Supremacy, and the Fight to Protect Our Youth

    We live in a world that has been deeply shaped by the forces of white supremacy. While we often discuss its impacts in terms of race, wealth, and power, there is another form of exploitation that has gone too long in the shadows—the abuse of our most vulnerable, our children. To truly understand this issue,…

  • From Freedom to Conviction: How Policing Continues the Legacy of Slavery

    Dante was pulled over again this week. He was driving our new Tesla, a car we received at the end of July, shipped to us from out of state. We’ve been waiting for the plates to be delivered, as I confirmed with the shipping company when they told us they would take time. Yet, despite…

  • Understanding the Legacy of White Supremacy in Minnesota Culture

    Minnesota is often portrayed as a progressive state, known for its high standard of living, education system, and Scandinavian roots. However, beneath this image lies a deeply embedded legacy of white supremacy, which has shaped the state’s culture and continues to affect its communities of color. To truly understand this dynamic, it’s essential to examine…

  • The NBA Is Ours: Taking Control of Our Legacy and Future

    For decades, Black athletes have been the face of the NBA. Their talent, charisma, and influence have transformed basketball into a multi-billion-dollar industry. But while Black players dominate the court, they don’t control the real power: ownership and economic decision-making. This isn’t just about having more Black owners in the NBA; it’s about understanding that…

  • The Influence of Jim Crow on Nazi Germany and the Resilience of Black Resistance

    Oppressive systems are like shapeshifters, constantly evolving to keep people down, always finding new ways to hide in plain sight while they push us further away from justice.One of the most disturbing examples of this is the way Adolf Hitler and the Nazis were inspired by the racial segregation policies of the Jim Crow South…

  • The Village Arms Pilot Program Shutdown: A Stark Reminder of Systemic Resistance to Racial Justice

    The Village Arms Pilot Program, once a lifeline for Black families, was silenced for speaking out against racial bias. This shutdown sends a chilling message: when marginalized communities seek justice, the systems in power too often push back. But what does this mean for the future of racial equity and the countless families who depend…

  • The African American Family Preservation Act: A Necessary Measure to Protect Our Families

    In a country shaped by centuries of systemic oppression and injustice, Black families continue to face profound challenges in preserving their unity and well-being. One critical issue that many may not be familiar with is the disproportionate number of African American children placed in foster care and adoptive homes outside of their communities. The African…

  • Black Family Matters: The Story of Roman and Gianni

    Thank you for visiting Black Family Matters—a place dedicated to sharing the ongoing story of my sons, Roman and Gianni, and our fight for justice, love, and family. Roman and Gianni are my heart. As their father, I’ve been blessed to watch them grow into beautiful, intelligent, and vibrant boys. But over the past few…