Slavery is, as an example of what white America has done, a constant reminder of what white America might do.

We live in a system that espouses merit, equality, and a level playing field, but exalts those with wealth, power, and celebrity, however gained.

My wife says I spend my life trying to teach white folks. I'm not so sure I'm proud of it, but she's right.

However self-sufficient we may fancy ourselves, we exist only in relation - to our friend, family, and life partners; to those we teach and mentor; to our coworkers, neighbors, strangers; and even to forces we cannot fully conceive of, let alone define. In many ways, we are our relationships.

I live to harass white folks.

All ethical people strive to choose "right" over "easy" when confronted by situations that force them to choose one or the other.

A rule without exceptions is an instrument capable of doing mischief to the innocent and bringing grief - as well as injustice - to those who should gain exemptions from the rule's functioning.