In the 6 weeks since speaking my truth in “On being a good fit” I have largely kept out of public commentary regarding the hiring decision that precipitated my speaking out. Instead I have put my time and talents into collaborating with religious educators in birthing the #UUWhiteSupremacyTeachIn. I have a deep debt of gratitude... Continue Reading →
Not coming home tonight…
On my way home yesterday I passed a police car sitting in the center median. Even though I was not going fast, as we all do, I immediately looked at my speedometer and confirmed “whew, I’m not speeding.” But, being brown while driving, I did keep my eye on him and I noticed he pulled... Continue Reading →
Who benefits from me being “white”?
Reading an article this morning on Huffington Post titled "We have no idea how many Latinos get arrested or imprisoned in the US" reminded me of several conversations I've had recently where white allies were amazed that the U.S. government thinks I'm white. Some actually didn't even believe me until I showed them a photo... Continue Reading →
What we tell our children…POC version
This morning I’ve seen a Huffington Post article circling about what to tell “our” children after last night’s horrific show of white supremacy and dominant culture misogyny. It is a nicely written article that talks about honoring democracy, telling them we’ll keep them safe and that not everyone who voted for Trump believes what he... Continue Reading →