Some black men in America can be their own worst enemies and, unfortunately, the death of our black boys and their desire to be the best they can be.
Some black men are providing disgraceful images, acting inappropriately, and putting themselves at risk for scruntiny and worse. From R. Kelly’s pedophilia, Marion Barry’s stalking allegations, and Steve McNair’s adulterous habits ending in murder, we are providing stereotypical and detrimental ammunition for those who are willing to destroy our legacy of excellence.
I know perfection is an illusion however the media is designed to spotlight our worst and to hell with the best! There was a time when you rarely heard of such scandalous cases but now more men are conducting themselves with less pride and respect. Stop treating yourself and your queens with such hateful and degrading behavior.
As the mother of a 10 year old son, I have to fight to keep these deplorable images and information away from him. The news is not informational any more. The news simply highlights the negative and pitiful side of what it means to be a black man in America. And, I am sick of it!
Stop the madness or it will kill the future and potential of us all! We can’t survive without the strength of the black man to support the dreams of the family and community. Media matters to our kids and so do role models. Which would you rather teach our young boys?
