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The Arc is the spine of this project: 40 essays, one chronological argument, five analytical lenses.

This site should read like a structured archive, not a loose category list. The Arc is the entry point; the lenses help you move through it with intention. Empty sections stay hidden until they are live.

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Iman Shumpert Comes Through in the Clutch to Become 1st NBA Player to Win Dancing With the Stars

For years, former Brooklyn Nets guard Iman Shumpert publicly lamented the fact that he never was put in a position to showcase his full repertoire on the basketball court. Thankfully, he’s had a completely opposite experience off of it, as he’s dabbled in music, fashion, and other interests. But on Monday night, the…

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The Covid-19 Vaccine Reality No One Is Talking About

Mr. Moore had been in the hospital for weeks with trouble breathing due to COVID-19 infection. His oxygen support fluctuated, and his condition eventually deteriorated. He didn’t make it. Mr. Moore was 61-years old. He was Black. And he was unvaccinated. This sad story reverberates across America.

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Monday, November 22, 2021

There is Racial Bias in Medical Devices that Have Lead to More Covid Deaths in People of Color in the UK and US

People of color in the United States are targets of racial bias in the medical field; that’s something we all know and many of us have experienced. But it is something that is also happening around the world, specifically in the United Kingdom. Which shouldn’t be a shocker.

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Jussie Smollett Reappears to Promote His New Movie

It’s been a quiet few interesting years for Jussie Smollett, but the former Empire star is resurfacing to promote his directorial debut...just before he’s slated to stand trial for, well, you know.

Over the weekend, Smollett made one of his first public appearances since the infamous 2019 incident in which he’s…

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Young Black Men in Philadelphia are Taking Charge in Reducing Gun Violence in Their City

Historically, it’s been older Black men who have taken the reins on ending gun violence in their communities; which is a good thing. But since the signs reading “don’t shoot, I want to live” are not working, there is a need for other ideas that will stop this crisis. So, why aren’t more young Black men taking command…

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