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What Do You Call Someone Who Doesn't Believe That It's June Yet?
A Maysayer. Ha! Terrible jokes aside, let’s consider why the naysayers we may encounter this month might be mistaken and how we need more...
Jessica Kiragu
Jun 8, 20234 min read


More Whiteness, More Problems.
You might remember Notorious B.I.G. warning us that “ mo money” brings “mo problems .” DaBaby said something similar years later . And...
Jessica Kiragu
May 31, 20233 min read


Once Upon A Time There Was A Bully…
We all know them - bullies - the ones who can't seem to live without terrorizing others. I bet many of you could name a few right now. I...
Jessica Kiragu
May 26, 20235 min read


A Nice Beach Day With The Chance Of Racism
“Maya! Maya!” my daughter called out to a new playmate. The two were soon playing together in the sand. I watched as they happily walked...
Jessica Kiragu
May 17, 20233 min read


“How Would You Feel If You Were White?”
“How would you feel if you were white?” My 7-year-old biracial daughter asked her black dad this question. "I don't know," he answered,...
Jessica Kiragu
May 10, 20233 min read


I Can Have All Black And Brown Friends…And I’m Still White.
And, in the United States, being white carries significance. Whiteness, a construct designed to establish and maintain racial...
Jessica Kiragu
Apr 26, 20235 min read


Don’t Be This Kind Of White Person
As a white lady, trust me, it’s not a good look. How do I know? Well, people of color who care for me and whom I trust and care for are...
Jessica Kiragu
Apr 19, 20235 min read


"At First I Was Afraid…" A Tale Of White Fear
“At first I was afraid, I was petrified.” Much appreciation to Gloria Gaynor for this line and her enduring song “I Will Survive.” It’s...
Jessica Kiragu
Apr 12, 20235 min read


"What About Your Kids?"
Though I’m sure they thought their reservation was about care for me, the question let slip what was really concerning — maintaining...
Jessica Kiragu
Mar 29, 20234 min read
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