Jamala is a long-time organizer, feminist and political strategist with deep roots in the Black Liberation Movement. She is a featured columnist for the award-winning St. Louis American newspaper, St. Louis’ largest black weekly. She is on the editorial board of BlackCommentator.com and is a featured contributor. Her columns also appear in the Capital City Hues (Madison, WI) and the LA Progressive. She has authored many articles for both local and national publications on issues that she is passionately involved in. Jamala is the author of The Best of the Way I See It, a compilation of her political writings over a 20-year period. She is also the author Ferguson is America: Roots of Rebellion.
I’ll never say I speak for all people of African descent or for other people of color. However. I’ve been in many spaces across the country since my last letter to you five years ago. I can say that there’s a lot of anger and outrage towards white people right about now. You are blamed for the deteriorating state of the country. The tolerance of most non-whites is low. We are sick and tired. Literally.
It’s the only way to develop more effective strategies for resistance. Throughout history, the military has been used against its citizens who were fighting for change.
The announcement of record retail stores closing during the COVID pandemic is probably a distant memory, except for those whose favorite restaurant shuttered. The trend never really stopped and over 6,000 businesses are expected to close this year. High inflation rates and flat wages are behind the disturbing trend that neither presidential candidate offered a realistic solution to voters during their campaigns. We must make this an issue after the inauguration
Are you ready to be more effective in making a difference in 2025? This workshop is designed to help you build the skills and strategies needed to elevate your impact and achieve meaningful change.
Join us in looking at the police budget to see what can be re-allocated to address social/human needs. This is an collective experience to incorporate abolitionist principles into our city’s financial policies.
Join us to celebrate another year of fighting for working people in Missouri! We’re looking forward to being in community with you after this election season. Join us for food, drinks, fun, and solidarity!
