I, Too, Sing America |
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by Langston Hughes | ||
I, too, sing America. I am the darker brother. They send me to eat in the kitchen When company comes, But I laugh, And eat well, And grow strong. Tomorrow, I'll be at the table When company comes. Nobody'll dare Say to me, "Eat in the kitchen," Then. Besides, They'll see how beautiful I am And be ashamed— I, too, am America. |
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
ELECTION DAY AND BEYOND!
I spent election day 2012 in Tallahassee, FL working on a political talk show as a freelance producer. It was interesting to see and hear discussion about all of the determined voters standing in line for HOURS AND HOURS; to hear some of the things voters had to overcome to vote. It's a reminder that only a little effort, and sometimes a lot, goes a long way in bringing a consensus, giving people a sense of purpose and getting a desired result. For the Obama supporters, that result is another four years for a president that I, and many, believe is making and will continue to make a difference in this country for the people most like me. It's also a reminder, as I saw trending photos of effigies depicting a hanged President Obama, that this country is still filled with much dislike, disrespect and disregard for certain individuals. That dislike, disrespect and disregard goes both ways, but it's so prominent going one way when the President of the Unites States of America is a Black man. I may not live to see the truth of unity amongst the races, and yes we've come a long way. Nevertheless, the reality is that we, for the sake of my 2 year old...my legacy....have still a ways to go. Tire not oh soldiers on the battlefield. Stand firm and march on 'til victory is won. Here's to President Barack Hussein Obama, his extraordinary wife Michelle, their daughters, Sasha and Malia....and all of those who have yet to realize their worth and value in this world.
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