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What shall we tell our children?

Mandi Patterson - August 3, 2025

“What shall I tell my children who are BlackOf what it means to be a captive in this dark skin?What shall I tell my...

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Our voice still matters: A Black reflection on July 4

Mandi Patterson - June 30, 2025

Throughout history, the Black voice has never been silent. It has been a voice that spoke truth to power, a voice that cried out against...

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Juneteenth: The truth beyond the myth

Mandi Patterson - June 6, 2025

A dangerous consequence of not knowing our history is not knowing our truth. Many Americans are taught that the Emancipation Proclamation, signed by President Abraham...

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GriotSpeaks: Reclaiming our story, restoring our pride

Mandi Patterson - May 28, 2025

In many African cultures, the Griot is more than a storyteller. The Griot is the living archive of the community — a guardian of memory,...

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Photos: PopCon Indy 2025

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