Words are one thing. But the fact that she saw two little black girls outside and decided to put a gun on her hip and go harass them is extremely unsettling.
Seven years ago, I stood before a sold-out audience in Tampa, Florida, surrounded by kindred spirits, visionaries, truth-seekers, and warriors for liberation. That moment is etched in my spirit like it happened just yesterday. When I stepped off that stage, the legendary Professor James Small approached me. With the wisdom of generations in his voice, he told me the message I delivered was not only necessary, it was divine. Then he looked me in my eyes and said, “You’ve got the it factor… and very few possess that.”
Usually, when I speak, I scan the crowd, reading faces, feeling energy, adjusting my delivery to meet the moment. But that day… I was so aligned, so in tune with spirit and purpose, I didn’t need to look. I wasn’t just speaking, I was channeling something greater.
That day wasn’t just a speech. It was a calling. A confirmation. A reminder that when a child of the struggle rises up to speak truth, the ancestors lean in to listen.
Time to stop messing around. Life is great. Especially at ESPN/Disney. Hate the thought of being a politician. But sick of this mess.
So I’m officially leaving all doors open https://t.co/n6BmAOKjiv
During a 2016 Black History lecture at Georgia State University, I addressed the ongoing Flint Water crisis, which had persisted for two years by then. I discussed the heightened lead levels in the drinking water and its detrimental effects on the learning process of Black children, impacting their cognitive development and academic achievement. Today, the people of Flint continue to grapple with the aftermath, with no public official being held accountable for the crisis.
Upon the conclusion of her teaching contract, @Ambre_Houston took the initiative to convert her garage into a classroom space for her young students, utilizing her personal resources. This decision arose amidst a troubling backdrop where Black History is facing bans in educational settings, and a staggering 75% of public school students are reading below grade level and lacking proficiency in math. In light of these challenges, it's imperative that we take proactive steps to educate our children rather than depending solely on the open enemy. Your support is greatly appreciated in aiding our sister's endeavor; please consider contributing to her GoFundMe campaign. You can find the link in her bio on her page.
The rallying cry of the 21st Century is "Reparation Now." In this excerpt from my speech at the "Rally For Reparations," I discussed Dorothy Tillman of Chicago's 3rd Ward, who championed the Slavery Era Ordinance, mandating companies doing business with the city to disclose any past ties to the slave industry. Additionally, I highlighted Callie House, who founded the Ex-Slave Mutual Relief, Bounty, and Pension Association in the 1800s. I also mentioned Queen Mother Moore, who garnered 1 million signatures on a reparations petition. This Black History Month, let's honor these remarkable women. #Reparations #RahiemShabazz #BlackHistoryMonth
“When the true manifestation of Christ comes, the physical earth will ceased to be. You know the end the way you know the beginning. Heaven is all around you but you don’t see it
because you are looking with your two eyes and not your spiritual eye”
- Bobby Hemmitt
Today, I joined in the festivities honoring Nia, the proud proprietor of Medu Book Store On this day, she joyfully commemorated her 67th orbit around the sun and an impressive 33 years of dedicated business presence at Greenbriar Mall. For those fortunate enough to find themselves in the Atlanta vicinity, I wholeheartedly recommend paying a visit. Nia has consistently stood as one of my most ardent supporters, making this occasion all the more meaningful. #SupportBlackBusiness #MeduBookstoreATL #RahiemShabazz
We need repayment for all the years of forced labor and to be able to reap the benefits of the American economy. The slave trade made $4 Billion dollars by 1860 that would be $42 Trillion dollars today. Thats just the slave trade itself, not even what the slaves were producing. Those enslaved families missed out on $20.3 Trillion dollars in wages. Because of this, we can no longer ignore reparations as a plausible solution to remedy past wrongs.