Tag Archives: George Floyd

How We Can Win: Race, History and Changing the Money Game That’s Rigged: The Social Contract Is Broken

Posted on April 19, 2024 by profesorbaker

A breakdown of the economic and social injustices facing Black people and other marginalized citizens inspired by political activist Kimberly Jones’ viral video, “How Can We Win.” Continue reading →

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This is Dylann Roof. He is white. He entered a church in South Carolina, SHOT and killed NINE people. Police arrested him without shooting him. Question: How come police had to shoot an unarmed Black man 7 times but could arrest a white Mass Murderer without firing a single shot? @realDonaldTrump

Posted on August 27, 2020 by profesorbaker

Police arrested Dylann Storm Roof (without shooting him) in the slayings of nine people at a prayer meeting inside the historic Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Dylann Roof, 21, was arrested in Shelby, North Carolina Eight people died at the … Continue reading →

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NBA, union plan to paint ‘#BlackLivesMatter’ on courts in Orlando

Posted on June 30, 2020 by profesorbaker

The NBA and National Basketball Players Association are planning to paint “Black Lives Matter” on the court inside both sidelines in all three arenas the league will use at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, when it resumes … Continue reading →

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JESUS WAS A PERSON OF COLOR – Written by Roger Campo

Posted on June 18, 2020 by profesorbaker

RIP George Floyd Words and speeches are no longer enough. Peace does not mean silence. The peaceful protests must continue. Maybe we can start with a truth and reconciliation commission. In the meantime, we must keep the pressure on. Black … Continue reading →

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Donald #Trump’s Birthday Song

Posted on June 14, 2020 by profesorbaker
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How Can We Win? Protesters, Rioters, And Looters: Kimberly Jones Explains Economics In America With Monopoly, Tulsa, Rosewood And The Broken Social Contract

Posted on June 8, 2020 by profesorbaker

On Saturday May 30th filmmaker and photographer David Jones of David Jones Media felt compelled to go out and serve the community in some way. He decided to use his art to try and explain the events that were currently … Continue reading →

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Camden, New Jersey: The City That Remade Its Police Department

Posted on June 8, 2020 by profesorbaker

The City That Remade Its Police Department Camden, N.J.’s detailed rules on use of force are a model for reform but not a panacea. By Sarah Holder June 4, 2020 Source: Bloomberg Across the U.S., protesters have taken to the … Continue reading →

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Michael Jordan on racism, education and $100 million for social justice

Posted on June 7, 2020 by profesorbaker

Former NBA star Michael Jordan speaks during a press conference ahead of an NBA basketball match on January 24, 2020. Franck Fife—AFP/Getty Images By Associated Press June 5, 2020 (CHARLOTTE, N.C.) — Michael Jordan and the Jordan Brand are giving … Continue reading →

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Keedron Bryant – I Just Wanna Live (Live Performance) George Floyd – Black Lives Matter Plaza

Posted on June 7, 2020 by profesorbaker

** Keedron Bryant, “I Just Want To Live.” Source: American Songwriter Keedron Bryant Sings “I Just Want To Live,” Written by his Mother The power of song in action: one mother’s song sung a capella by her 12-year old son, … Continue reading →

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Activists Create Public Online Spreadsheet of Police Violence Videos

Posted on June 7, 2020 by profesorbaker

Activists Create Public Online Spreadsheet of Police Violence Videos Source: Slate Police officers around the country have been responding with violence as demonstrators gather to protest the killing of George Floyd. Much of this violence has been caught on video … Continue reading →

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