Shawnda Kettles Stovall

Unapologetically black & woman. I love God. Minister. I'm funny, yo. Entrepreneur. Consultant. Massage Therapist. Gabriel's wife. RCBOE.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

Still claiming it.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

Affirmation:
One day I'm going to interview @angela_rye @ImAngelaBassett @IAMQUEENLATIFAH and @MichelleObama for my #TrustBlackWomen site.

[Dan Rather @DanRather]

If I may, there’s something I need to get off my chest.

As democracy remains under siege, it has been frustrating to watch how the press covers politics these days.

I am reminded by lessons that came to me during the Nixon years as a CBS News correspondent, which I’ll add here:

1. Enough with Both-sides-ism

When one side lies intentionally and repeatedly, they are no longer entitled to the benefit of the doubt. They should be held to account, right away. Do not simply repeat the narratives they spew.

2. Prioritize Live Fact-Checking

Rigorous and robust fact-checking is the best defense against misinformation, intentional lies, and deflection.

If Trump says the sky is green, the story isn’t that the sky is now green; the story is that the sky is still blue and Trump got it wrong.

3. Ask Lawmakers Hard Questions

Ask about the fundamental principles of democracy. Push them to go on the record that Biden won the 2020 election.

Ask if they support the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

This writing is not to offer any claim of knowing it all. Your correspondent has made his share of mistakes, but after more than seven decades I believe I have picked up a few useful guideposts.

Good journalism is always worth it. Our democracy depends on it.

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For the rest of my list, please see my the latest post of my independent newsletter – the link is in my Twitter biography.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@GabrielCStovall @Komaniecki_R I love this.

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@Komaniecki_R Sesame street has ALWAYS had boys, but Datk Wing Duck is often overlooked.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@GabrielCStovall I love you.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@krispykreme I missed it.

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@jappleby @moriahmillsss @Zionwilliamson LET'S GO JACK!!!

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

And this is why you have to know if your sources are legitimate or not.

[Kevín @KevOnStage]

I’m glad Jamie Foxx is doing better. But who even is @Rap ? A Kevonstage investigative report.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@EricRSammons It's always the men with the sperm count of 20, who have something to say and "advice" to give about women's bodies. There are several physical and socio-economic reasons why women can't breastfeed their babies. This tweet is a great reminder to listen and learn more than speak.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

Very beautiful story.

[Courier Journal Sports @sports_cj]

In many ways, Schutte just showing up and competing as he did was a major win in the game of life https://t.co/yZiUow7jWY

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@GovStitt This was the absolute bare minimum. Plus you sentenced this man to die in prison instead of giving him a new trial. Whatever God(s) you pray to, I hope they don't give you rest bcs you are trash.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

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[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

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[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

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[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@GabrielCStovall @sports_cj @courierjournal Good luck on your journey. So proud of you.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@GabrielCStovall @courierjournal @ReinaKempt @sports_cj Super duper proud of and excited for you!!

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

An amazing journalist that will help an amazing paper become even greater!! Congratulations @GabrielCStovall

[Reina Kempt @ReinaKempt]

I am excited to announce @GabrielCStovall will join the @courierjournal as our Assistant Sports Editor! Gabriel brings 10 years of experience and a keen knowledge of the sports world to our department. Please join me in welcoming him to the team!

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@ReinaKempt @GabrielCStovall @courierjournal @sports_cj Awesome!!! Excellent choice!!!

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@AWumman @AngryBlackLady You're a cisgendered woman. Or (insert ethnicity or nationality here) woman. I'm cisgendered woman. I'm a black woman. I'm a tall woman. I'm a (insert descriptor here) woman. So are you.

[Shawnda Kettles Stovall @ImStovallUNeed]

@AngryBlackLady My right tit is my bigger tit and my favorite. Now my left butt cheek...wowzer!!!