12.09.2016

This is all to say, social media ... I don't know what social media is. I'm sitting here trying to articulate it perfectly, and nothing's coming. People can say pretty much whatever they want, and I'm forced to respect that because our country's constitution promises freedom of speech to us all. What I cannot and will not respect, however, are people whose political views are so dangerously incorrect. There is what looks to be a calculated and concerted effort to execute black people happening in front of me, and I'm supposed to care that two rich people don't want to live together any more? You cannot be serious.

Essays, CultureLarry J. SandersDecember 9, 2016Social Media, Twitter, Facebook, Terrance Crutcher, CNN, Politics, 2016 Presidential Election, Weather Channel, Journalism, Larry J. SandersComment

Mr. Me Too: Rediscovering Originality in Urban Fashion

Over the last five years, I've seen many young men purchase their outfits right off the mannequins or copy looks from Instagram or straight out of a magazine. They see a look they think is dope and run with it without taking the time to customize it to their own style.

Essays, CultureBlake HallDecember 2, 2016Fashion, Streetwear, Mannequin Challenge, Nelly, JAY Z, Nike, Urban, Future, Fabolous, Social Media, Fresh Never Fades Clothing, Blake HallComment