From very young we are influenced by the powers that be in regards to our identity and history. The narrative they give our children is to continue dreaming but never to pursue it with methods that will lead to success. For example the portrayal of Martin Luther King does not emphasize in what happened during his lifetime and after his …

Shalam (Peace) brothers and sisters: Our people have been taught by religions to not take accountability. Therefore in matters pertaining to their life they do not consider their actions to be the cause of their suffering. Psalms 107:17 “Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted.” From generation to generation the same complaints are heard along …