When it comes to modern social issues, there are some racist white men who simply cannot see the light. And that’s probably because they’re wearing…
As a white woman, I’m uniquely able to take this time to listen and to learn. I’m able to, and I probably should. But—and this…
Conventional wisdom says that your outer appearance should give off some serious upward mobility vibes. That’s why I dress as if I were in one…
As a consumer, I know that I have more options than ever competing for my dollar. If you don’t meet my needs, it’s not hard…
Being locked down in my apartment for the past few months has given me time to reflect on life and how I spend mine. This…
As the old adage goes, ACAB: All Cop movies Are Bad Yeah, I said it. If we ever want to have another Police Academy movie,…
During the past couple of weeks, the national conversation has included discussion of proper ways of displaying confederate statues. There have been multiple cases of…
As I finally finish putting my one-year-old son to bed, I retire to the porch to smoke tobacco from a long pipe. I ponder war,…
I’m not afraid of ghosts. They actually fascinate me quite a bit. So I’m not at all concerned that my new house seems to be…
In the ’80s, American Neo-Nazis targetted the hardcore punk scene for recruitment. Why they thought they’d find success among a group of angry and disenfranchised…
Helmet, body armor, shield, baton: All elements of a police officer’s tactical uniform designed to intimidate and strike fear into the heart of anything standing…
Last night I went to the first gathering I’ve been to in the months and it was amazing! Everyone there had the same energy and…
The other day I’m down in Pioneer Forest Preserve minding my own business, doing my thing. Next thing you know this family comes up to…
Last night the people of Minneapolis rose up and set fire to a police precinct in response to the murder of George Floyd. Many are…
Between their labor abuses, monopolistic actions, and abysmal pandemic response, I would boycott Amazon. I really would. Unfortunately, the grim reality is Amazon has my…