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Altars and Agendas

Why Do We Still Treat Single Mothers Like They’re Damaged?

Okafor’s Law isn’t just a cultural myth—it’s a dangerous mindset that shames single mothers and excuses absent fathers. In this post, we unpack how this belief system devalues women, fuels…

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Culture Muses

Did We Really Think That They Were Going To Let A Woman Become President?

I do not want to become one of those people who thinks that everything is about race or gender. But when it comes to this presidential election, it is immensely…

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Altars and Agendas

African Spirituality vs Christianity: Can We Serve Two Masters?

Can African culture and Christian faith truly coexist? In this debut episode of Altars and Agendas, I dive into the tension between honoring our heritage and staying rooted in Christ.

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  • Culture Muses

    Stop the Label

    For a long time, I’ve tried to stay clear of the subject of racism because it seems very typical for a black writer to write about race. For a black person, everything seems…

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  • Culture Muses

    This too is America

    We are artists, we paint pictures of gold and pearl laid streets. We are writers with the most descriptive and convincing words of persuasion. We are grout in the making, we tell stories…

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  • Culture Muses

    My Commentary On Beyoncé Becoming Black

    It appears that some folks did not know Beyoncé was black until she sang “Formation” (funny huh?). I thought she has always been black, but apparently, it takes more than having a dark…

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  • Culture Muses

    My Analysis On My Favorite Book Ever _ Americanah

    There was nothing subtle in author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie attempt to write about race in Americanah, a novel centered on female protagonist Ifemelu, a Nigerian immigrant turned popular blogger in America. The story…

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