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Momentum is a blog that captures and reflects the moment we find ourselves in, one where rampant anti-Black racism is leading to violence, trauma, protest, reflection, sorrow, and more. Momentum doesn’t look away when the news cycle shifts.

Welcome to Momentum

Welcome to Momentum

A new Medium blog about the fight against anti-Black racism
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Momentum Blog Team
Jun 11, 2020
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When They Come for Diversity, No One is Safe

When They Come for Diversity, No One is Safe

Why the attack on inclusive policies and programs should concern everyone
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Dr. Tiffany Jana
Sep 16
What is Systemic Racism?

What is Systemic Racism?

Florida’s Republican leadership needs to be schooled
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Brian G (aka 'bumpyjonas') - he/him
Sep 16
Enrique Tarrio Proves Justice Isn’t Colorblind

Enrique Tarrio Proves Justice Isn’t Colorblind

The Afro-Cuban leader of the Proud Boys got the longest sentence for a January 6 conspirator to date.
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Rosalyn Morris
Sep 7
Nat Turner Revisited

Nat Turner Revisited

August 21, 1831, is the anniversary of his legendary African-American rebellion against slavery.
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Brian G (aka 'bumpyjonas') - he/him
Aug 20
Not All Bank Failures Are Created Equal

Not All Bank Failures Are Created Equal

Remembering the bank founded by Jackie Robinson and how regulators dealt with its demise
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Marlon Weems
May 18
Protecting the Black Vote is a Never-Ending Battle

Protecting the Black Vote is a Never-Ending Battle

We won’t stop until we have what is rightfully ours.
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Mwangi Wanjau
Aug 18
Funeral Homes and Swimming Pools: How My Parents Gamified Racism

Funeral Homes and Swimming Pools: How My Parents Gamified Racism

My parents turned the racism around us into a game to help us cope.
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Marlon Weems
Jul 14, 2021
Why Are You So Uncomfortable With Black People's Self-Defense?

Why Are You So Uncomfortable With Black People's Self-Defense?

An essay about the Mongtomery Riverfront Uprising of 2023
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Allison Wiltz
Aug 8
Florida’s History of African Resistance

Florida’s History of African Resistance

The story of the Maroons is missing from American education
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Brian G (aka 'bumpyjonas') - he/him
Aug 9
Help Appreciating Black Music Without Appropriating It

Help Appreciating Black Music Without Appropriating It

(When You’re Not Black)
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rachel krantz
May 17, 2022
Why Some Never Want Us to Imagine a Black Queen

Why Some Never Want Us to Imagine a Black Queen

They prefer seeing Black women in positions of servitude rather than in power.
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Allison Wiltz
May 9
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