Dear Kamala, Let’s get this out of the way. That crazy fist pumping woman in the 2020 video when you campaigned in Raleigh was me. Not my most graceful moment, but the passion was earnest. I have a favorite cashmere sweater that has “Representation Matters” stitched across the … [Read more...] about Dear Kamala, On the Eve of Your Election
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Fired Up on July 4th
I was fully prepared to wear black and sizzle in my own despair today. The barrage of damage from the hallowed halls of the Supreme Court has left me reeling in fits of rage and sadness. It has admittedly been difficult to be productive at work. It’s been hard to even … [Read more...] about Fired Up on July 4th
A New Day
I have shed more than a gallon of tears since November 9, 2016. Most of those tears were a manifestation of grief with a solid dose of fury. These last few days also found me in tears as I struggled with impending election results. I took a long walk the day after the election … [Read more...] about A New Day
Dear Election Volunteers
Dear Volunteers, This is my love letter to you. You're the fuel that keeps the engine of democracy moving forward. I see you... Phone banking Texting Canvassing Writing postcards Setting up signs Making posters Collating materials Stocking snacks Snapping … [Read more...] about Dear Election Volunteers
Songs for the Resistance
Music is a tonic that soothes us, inspires us, and fires us up. We are in exhausting times, and some soulful sounds from a variety of artists might be just what we need to fuel us. Do not feel defeated, friends. There is power among us as we organize. I'm sending you a virtual … [Read more...] about Songs for the Resistance
Go Home
The hurtful sentiment to "go home" isn't news to anyone of color in America. It's neither shocking nor alarming. Because we're used to it. I used to reply with a snide, "Go home? You mean to Virginia where I grew up?" This was followed by silence and a textbook look of … [Read more...] about Go Home
Rules to Live By
I am a woman who loves rules. I also love pushing and stretching and bending rules that don't make sense. I appreciate civil disobedience. I love a good protest. I've been writing letters to CEOs and Senators since I was 10. While I appreciate rules, I also appreciate … [Read more...] about Rules to Live By