An American booked a honeymoon in Hawaii.
The hotel room was already HUNDREDS of dollars.
Then came $200 just to sit in a beach chair, $500 in resort fees, and daily parking on top of that.
This is what corporate greed has done to travel in America.
The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.
Black History Month is a time to recognize the lived, shared experience of all Black folks who have fundamentally shaped, challenged, and ultimately strengthened America. It’s about taking an unvarnished look at the past so that we can create a better future. As we mark 100 years of celebrating Black history, let’s honor the sacrifices of the leaders who came before us, and recommit ourselves to continuing their work.