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Decipher the devil’s receipts of deceit.

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Perjury, is a serious offense with legal consequences. When someone lies under oath in a courtroom and is caught. Deception refers to the act of deliberately misleading or tricking someone into believing something that is not true, or withholding information or manipulating facts to create a false perception or impression. It involves intentionally presenting false or misleading information, often with the aim of gaining an advantage, achieving personal gain, avoiding punishment, or causing harm to others. Deceitful behavior can be exhibited by individuals of any gender, and it is not limited to a specific demographic. Deceitful behavior can manifest in various ways, such as lying, manipulation, or dishonesty. However, it is crucial to recognize that these behaviors are not exclusive to young women or poor people. People of all ages and professions are capable of deceitful actions, especially daycare workers and doctors just as are capable any one who exercises lack of personal ethics ...
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Baltimore a slave city. Now and then.

Baltimore was a slave city, and while it attracted a sizeable number of fugitives from slavery intent upon remaining there, it also served as an important way station, and a beginning of the final leg of the journey out of the South. In the early 19th century, Baltimore had one of the largest slave populations among cities in the United States. The 1790 U.S. Census recorded that about 25% of the city's population were enslaved individuals. However, as the 19th century progressed, Baltimore experienced a gradual decline in its slave population due to manumissions (freedoms granted by slaveholders) and gradual emancipation laws. Baltimore also played a significant role in the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses used by enslaved individuals to escape to free states or Canada. One of the most prominent figures associated with Baltimore's history of slavery is Frederick Douglass. He became a renowned abolitionist, writer, and orator, advocating for the a...
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Outstretched.

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Outstretched, stretched out, stressed out.  Ripped. Pulled. Grabbed at my heart. Strings manipulated. A longing, moreover, a dying need.  Three days without water and I'll die but, one minute without your touch is death co-signed.  They robbed you. Took you. Taken.  Outstretched, stretched out, stressed out.  I am bleeding inside my heart.  No one can see the blood inside of me pouring out from my veins.  You left me to fight wolves on my own.  You threw me into a fire and poured gasoline on my burning body. You came back to collect the ashes and turned them into a collection on your shelf. There is no one to wipe my tears. Outstretched, stretched out, stressed out.  Ripped. Pulled. Grabbed at my heart. Strings manipulated. A longing, moreover, a dying need.  Three days without water and I'll die but, one minute without your touch is death co-signed.  They robbed you. Took you. Taken.  Outstretched, stretched out, stressed out....
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Baltimore Mental Aptitude for Self-Love

Loving oneself and others is important for the oppressed because it can help them to heal from the trauma of oppression and build resilience in the face of adversity 1 2 . When people are oppressed, they are often made to feel that they are less than human and that they are not worthy of love or respect. This can lead to feelings of shame, guilt, and self-doubt, which can be difficult to overcome. By learning to love oneself, the oppressed can begin to see themselves as valuable and deserving of love and respect. This can help them to build self-confidence and self-esteem, which are essential for overcoming the effects of oppression 1 . When people love themselves, they are better able to take care of their own needs and advocate for themselves, which can help them break free from the cycle of oppression. Loving others is also important for the oppressed because it can help to build a sense of community and solidarity. When people come together to support one another, they can create a...
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Reparations for the BIPOC

Reparations for descendants of slaves are important because they can help address the systemic inequalities that exist today. Slavery, Jim Crow segregation, anti-Black practices like redlining, and other discriminatory public policies in criminal justice and education have robbed Black Americans of the opportunities to build wealth (defined as assets minus debt) afforded to their white peers 1 . Today, the average white family has roughly 10 times the amount of wealth as the average Black family. White college graduates have over seven times more wealth than Black college graduates 1 . Reparations can come in the form of individual cash payments in the amount that will close the Black-white racial wealth divide, as well as wealth-building opportunities that address racial disparities in education, housing, and business ownership 1 . In addition to addressing the wealth gap, reparations can also help to acknowledge the harm that was done to Black Americans and their ancestors. At the he...
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Baltimore City Leaders and Officials

Knowing the people who run Baltimore City is important because they are responsible for making decisions that affect the lives of the city’s residents. The city’s mayor, city council members, and other elected officials are responsible for making decisions on a wide range of issues, including public safety, education, transportation, housing, and more. They also have the power to allocate resources and funding to different programs and initiatives that can have a significant impact on the city and its residents. It’s important for residents to be informed about the people who are making these decisions so that they can hold them accountable and make their voices heard. By staying informed and engaged, residents can help ensure that their elected officials are acting in their best interests and working to improve the city for everyone. If you have any specific questions about Baltimore City or its elected officials, I’d be happy to help you find the information you need.
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Woke up Black, again.

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 Wok e up Black, again By Yiskah Hussain . A collection of thoughts from a Black feminist civil rights leader. Summary of work from Cactus Book Club: 'Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot' by Mikki Kendall . Support my work by viewing, subscribing, commenting, and sharing my Spotify podcast and Google Blogs.
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