On the resiliency of now A departing Musketeer’s plea for all to keep trudging the course

By: Alfred Nwankwo ~Online Editor~ In the summer of 2013, I remember the celebratory feast at a Presbyterian church in Albany, Ga., that was propagated as a college send-off for members leaping into the crossroads. I remember the joy and happiness that shone bright in the festive room situated inside the wing of the cathedral. There were deliberations, recognition of the course that was upon us and prayers for the crossroads that were ensuing. When I leaned back and painted pictures in my mind, I realized that my sensitivity clung onto the idiolect – crossroads, which stood out for me … Continue reading On the resiliency of now A departing Musketeer’s plea for all to keep trudging the course

Letter to Luther: On the civil plight of the Black body

By: Alfred Nwankwo ~Online Editor~ Dear King, You left this world too soon. You left this life of long suffering too early, never mind that looming, inevitable transience one must answer to. You were in the midst of that burning furnace for freedom and equality. You stood firm in defiance, and your body was taken, your blood spilled. Your body was taken my brotha, my King, but your voice is still here with me. Your body was taken like the bodies of Tamir Rice and Eric Garner. Your body was cornered into the hardwood of Spalding, bouncing balls. Your body … Continue reading Letter to Luther: On the civil plight of the Black body