identifying the common enemy
What a time to be alive. We are all struggling to fully grasp the turmoil America is in right now. In the midst of a global pandemic, constant bigotry from politicians, and the ongoing war against racism, there is a lot to talk about. First of all, I am glad and proud to be a part of a generation that refuses to be silenced. That is our greatest asset. Wars do not start because people are silent. No! Wars start because people refuse to be silent. There is one thing weighing on all of our minds: the ongoing war against racism. As we move forward in the next coming days, it is crucial to address the common enemy. What is it? Some may say the police are the common enemy. Some may say white people are the common enemy. Both sides are wrong. This is not a 'black vs. the police' issue, nor is it a 'black vs. white' issue. With so much information circulating, it feels as though we are playing darts with a moving target; we may think we are hitting a bullseye when in...