In the spirit of the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, interns with the National Urban League (one of which happens to be my friend Tyler Breland) made a video asking a few questions about pressing issues which challenge the Black community to do a reality check. After watching this video, I urge you all to ask the same things. As an English education major who has a passion for equality, I would march for equal footing in the classroom, especially when it comes to our Black boys. I would march for teachers' rights to expand outside of preparation for testing and tailor their curriculum to meet the needs of their students. I would also march for an increase in programs that offer clearance of mind to youth who live in areas where contentment with being static is status quo.
Even though I won't be in attendance *sad face*, I do look forward to the stories that I'll hear from the friends who will be there.
Enjoy!
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