Say Something Real Football Isn’t Just a Game, Trump Isn’t Just the President By Michelle Bryant I read somewhere that Saquon Barkley, of the Philadelphia Eagles, has a structured salary worth around $41.2 million. If correct, this would make him the highest-paid running back in NFL history. So, with all that money, I wish he […]
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“Sinners” and the Urgency of Preserving Historical Truth
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant American Filmmaker Ryan Coogler’s movie “Sinners” hit theaters with a bang, captivating audiences with its gripping tale of vampires, betrayal, and survival. Not one for scary flicks, I decided to woman up and go check out this supernatural thriller. I’d heard the reviews and was familiar with Coogler’s work […]
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Unreciprocated Solidarity: Black and Brown Communities
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant As the Trump administration ramps up its due-process-divorced deportation flights, several African Americans have been vocal about the need to protect the rights of those impacted. Invoking the 5th Amendment to the United States Constitution, I have joined these brothers and sisters in saying without hesitation that the law […]
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The Trump Tariffs: Slimy, Swampy, Suspect
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant The Trump administration’s tariffs were designed to achieve a singular goal: fairness in international trade. But there is something about them that just seems off. While the stated ambition is laudable and arguably has merit, the path taken to achieve it has left a trail of economic turmoil, uncertainty, […]
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DEI’s Toll on HBCU’s
Say Something Real Balancing the Impact of Trump’s DEI Policies on Black Colleges Campuses By Michelle Bryant Recently, I had the privilege of chaperoning a group of Milwaukee County high school students on an educational tour of 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities, across Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. This trip was not only […]
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Race and the Power of Money in Politics
People of color, who already face systemic challenges, are disproportionately disadvantaged by the exorbitant cost of running for office.
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Reality Check: Taxes Are Necessary
Say Something Real Governor Evers’ Proposes Increased Vehicle Fees By Michelle Bryant There are no easy answers when it comes to funding critical infrastructure in Wisconsin. Governor Tony Evers’ recent budget proposal, which includes raising title registration fees for new vehicle purchases, has sparked heated debate, again. While Republicans have jumped on their favorite messaging […]
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Supreme Court Candidate Can Kiss my Grits
By Michelle Bryant I was fortunate to come of age during a period of women’s empowerment. In my immediate family and community, there were examples of intellectually endowed, civically committed, and fearless fighters that demanded respect, civil, and equal rights. Names such as Harriet, Sojourner, Betty, Coretta, Rosa, Angela, Myrlie, Fannie, Mamie, Shirley, Constance, and […]
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We Shall Overcome: Resilience in the Face of Trump’s Leadership
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant I know Black History Month has just ended, but bear with me because I am convinced that we have just one more lesson to learn about facing adversity, surviving oppression, and reclaiming our humanity. Let me explain. As we look ahead to the next four years of Donald Trump’s […]
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Boycotts or Buy-cott, But Do Something
The Power of Economic Boycotts in the Fight for Equity
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