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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.
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Welcome to Momentum
Welcome to Momentum
A new Medium blog about the fight against anti-Black racism
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
Dr. Tiffany Jana
Sep 16
What is Systemic Racism?
What is Systemic Racism?
Florida’s Republican leadership needs to be schooled
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.
Rosalyn Morris
Sep 7
Nat Turner Revisited
Nat Turner Revisited
August 21, 1831, is the anniversary of his legendary African-American rebellion against slavery.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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)
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.
Allison Wiltz
May 9
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