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Art as Activism

In the 1920s Mexican Muralists like Diego Rivera painted murals that told the stories of the working class; miners, farmers, and industrial laborers. Today artists all over the world are answering an artistic call to action.   View this post on Instagram   “The Uprising” by Diego Rivera 1931. A …

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Brave Story: Poppy Sias-Hernandez

The Brave Story series features different personalities that have demonstrated courage and commitment to a cause, an initiative, or movement. We share their stories hoping that their journey and the lessons they learned along the way can serve as motivation and inspiration to us all in whatever path we choose, …

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Politically Incorrect – The New Norm

Until 2020 three taboo topics were avoided in mixed company. American sensibilities taught me never to discuss race, religion, and politics publicly because they are polarizing. 2020 showed me that this practice is exactly what has allowed cognitive dissonance and willful ignorance to thrive.  While abroad my American accent often …

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Brave Story: Giovonni Santiago

The Brave Story series features different personalities that have demonstrated courage and commitment to a cause, an initiative, or movement. We share their stories hoping that their journey and the lessons they learned along the way can serve as motivation and inspiration to us all in whatever path we choose, …

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Brave Story: Shepard Fairey

The Brave Story series features different personalities that have demonstrated courage and commitment to a cause, initiative, or movement. We share their stories hoping that their journey and the lessons they learned along the way can serve as motivation and inspiration to us all in whatever path we choose, personally …

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Black is Beautiful

Since the writing of this post, Congress has passed the Crown Act banning discrimination against Black hairstyles. It is important to note that even during this process opponents suggested that this discussion in the halls of Congress was frivolous and a “distraction from important matters that impact the American people”. …

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