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“Racism is a system of power and in the absence of power you cannot be considered a racist.”

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Sister Souljah (born Lisa Williams, 1964) is an American author, activist, and social commentator. Born in the Bronx, New York, she gained prominence as a former member of the Nation of Islam. She is best known for her 1999 novel "The Coldest Winter Ever," which became a bestseller and established her as a significant voice in contemporary literature. Souljah is recognized for her sharp social commentary on African American community issues and her exploration of race, class, and social justice in her works. more

“Once my loved one accepted the diagnosis, healing began for the entire family, but it took too long. It took years. Can't we, as a nation, begin to speed up that process? We need a national campaign to destigmatize mental illness, especially one targeted toward African Americans. The message must go on billboards and in radio and TV public service announcements. It must be preached from pulpits and discussed in community forums. It's not shameful to have a mental illness. Get treatment. Recovery is possible.”

“As I grow older part of my emotional survival plan must be to actively seek inspiration instead of passively waiting for it to find me.”

Inspirational Inspiration Grows Waiting Growing Plans Emotional Survival Seeking Active Planning Getting Older Find Me Passiveness

Author:Bebe Moore Campbell

“Race, redemption and healing - thats my thing.”

Race Healing Redemption

Author:Bebe Moore Campbell

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