Uptown Notes

“Everything was made for White kids–because this school is made for White kids–because this country was made for White kids.” […]

So the internet is a peculiar place. Some days you’ll find everything you need, other days you’ll search low and […]

Last week, I finally watched American Promise on PBS POV. American Promise follows two Black boys – Idris and Seun – […]

I was honored to be invited to share a reflection on the passing of Amiri Baraka. His work and the […]

I have to admit, until recently I didn’t really know who Chief Keef was. I recognized his name from the […]

Ebony.com has launched a Manfiest series which concentrates on issues facing Black men and boys. The series spearheaded by the […]

As a child, I used to look forward to the fabled moments in recess and gym class when we would […]

America has entered new territory when it comes to issues of sexual diversity: “Toleranceville.”  Never heard of it? Sure you […]

If you watch the news, listen to friends, or click on links you’d think the only thing Black males have […]

Every Black History Month there are a slew of pieces on why the month is irrelevant, unnecessary, etc. This is […]