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Today, former Minneapolis cop Derek Chauvin who killed George Floyd by kneeling on his neck has been arrested and charged with third-degree murder. Three other officers were also at the scene of the crime on May 25, 2020. Since then, we have seen the anger, hurt, frustration, and heartache of Black people and those who identify with us across this nation. We've seen image after image of Black people that have been killed unjustly killed--Ahmad Arbery, Brionna Taylor, Mike Brown , Trayvon Martin , Freddie Gray, and the list goes on. We've endured the dehumanization of us and we're tired. Last night, the fever in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Louisville, Kentucky reached an all-time high with protesters who were angry at the injustices. Louisville was where Breonna Taylor lived. CNN reporter Omar Jimenez along with his producer and photojournalist were reportedly arrested while attempting to cover the story. This piece is not about the riots. It's a call for us t...

Rapper Joyner Lucas just released the "Will" remix from his album ADHD featuring none other than Will Smith himself. In the song, Joyner talks about how much he looks up to Smith, and then Smith pays homage to his role models in the entertainment industry. The "Will" remix highlights the importance of positive Black role models in the lives of Black men. Smith says:  On top of my dreams, Joyner, I know you inspired by me Like I was inspired by Nelson Mandela, I give him a rose for every endeavor Shout out to Julius Irving, one of the legends I worship Muhammad Ali put the work in, he was the champ, the greatest. He earned it.                            Will Smith also mentioned Martin Lawrence    and the late great James Avery ( The   Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) . In addition to Smith shouting out the legends that have made a positive impact on his life, he made it clear that he w...