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Cite your sources, or The inequity of writing in the era of Substack and Patreon

October 15, 2025 by Shay
a desk with a set of three computer monitors

Since Trump returned to office in January, I have been feeling the impact of this man’s decisions when he decided to target diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) work. I have casually mentioned it in passing but as a Black woman in this climate, I often feel unheard. The sad truth is that for many out …

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Fight the propaganda: Start with your youngsters; say no to early parenthood

October 14, 2025 by Shay
A "cutesy" figurine set of a white bride and groom (each looking almost childlike or cherubish), possibly a cake-topper, against a background of red silk

The United States is currently under attack from within and not only is it our government that is attacking its own citizens, but our attackers have made it clear that they want to completely remake the country in an image that suits their agenda. They want a primarily white, Christian nation. They want a nation …

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Military-style raid in Chicago clearly targets Black people

October 2, 2025 by Shay
Black and white closeup of a man holding an automatic rifle close to his torso, with face and legs not visible

Sweet home, Chicago. For years now, I have described myself as a Chicagoan exiled in Maine. Don’t get me wrong, Maine has become my home and there is much I love about it—but Chicago will always be home. It’s the place that shaped me. It’s the place of almost all my firsts, I spent almost …

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