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A Relaxing Summer Vacation without Aggravation Is Still a Luxury for Many Minorities  

Woodbine Cottage, Lake George NY “Modern hotel, air conditioned, television, good food, variety of amusement sports. Protection for the Negro traveler.  Contact Samuel ‘Pinky’ McFerson and his wife Dorothy (proprietors).” Protection for the Negro traveler?  In Lake George, a resort … Continue reading

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Students Make Themselves Heard: “The Central Park Five” (Part 1 of 4)

Whenever I teach a class, I feel it’s critically important to set the tone on the very first day we meet.  In part, this means going over the syllabus and my expectations for the course.  Equally important, I share a … Continue reading

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Who’s Racist: Donald Trump and/or David Duke?

Donald Trump and David Duke are both politicians.  Both participated in the Republican Presidential primaries.  Trump has garnered more support than Duke ever did.  However, it is worth mentioning that Duke ran for Governor of Louisiana in 1991 and received … Continue reading

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College, Race, and the Leadership Void At the Top

When I attended Colgate University, I remember Black students taking over the administration building.  They camped out in the hallways and offices and refused to let administrators in until their demands were met.  That was almost fifty years ago. Now, … Continue reading

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Obama Will Address Race and Racism Tonight

As the nation’s first Black President, Obama has ignored the importance of race and forgotten that racism even exists.  His silence on race has lent credence to the idea that we live in a post-racial society.  He has ignored his … Continue reading

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Speaking With Authority Part II

Last post, I discussed my feelings regarding who can “speak with authority” on diversity.  I think I raised more questions than I answered.  In the coming weeks, I will try to be a bit more specific.  This week, I will … Continue reading

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