The High Priestess of Soul was one talented Lady. I haven't seen many artists that can capture an audience and move them in any direction they desire from one second to the next.
I believe she did this not by design but by allowing those sharing the moment with her, into her innermost intimate place and just being herself, which is why she always seemed so vulnerable. This condition of vulnerability coupled with the nature of these following pieces make for some spectacularly moving performances. Hang on to your hearts. W.P.
The following recording is an example of the kind of effort that will be necessary for Americans to begin racial healing. It's good to see that some folks are making the attempt and we can all follow their example.
Frederick Douglass
VHC, Reading: Frederick Douglass, The 4th of July by KATV
Historian Gerald Horne is interviewed by ImportantCool (a worker-owned digital magazine).
Horne gives us examples of the historical state of race relations, class and colonialism to describe the vulnerable condition of the #BlackLivesMatter movement today.
