Mr. D. Goes to Washington: All Lives Matter
I have a very simple question for those who say (in response to the Black Lives Matter movement) “All Lives Matter.”
As an American, I can think of nothing more heartbreaking than the way Blacks have been treated in this country. And the lack of empathy and understanding towards those who have suffered makes me angry beyond words. Though I've tried to put that anger to use here, and articulate the question that I most want to post to those who say, "All Lives Matter."
Not too much humor here, I admit. But I hope you enjoy the piece. Thanks again to all of you for your continued support. I can't begin to express how lucky I feel to be able to make these videos for y'all. Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!!! B
Comments (8)
Powerful stuff, Mr D. A very elegant synthesis.
My favorite response to people who say "All Lives Matter" is to say "talk is cheap. Show me evidence that you really believe that. Put your money where your mouth is."
That was excellent, Keith. Thank you.
Well put! Applauding loudly! There is one observation I will offer, however. By all means, vilify barbaric conquistadors like Velázquez, Narváez, Alvarado, Pizarro, Almagro, Valdivia, Villagra, and countless others, but cut Colón a bit of slack. No, he was no saint by any stretch of the zeitgeist, but neither was he as evil as those who decry Columbus Day want us to believe.
Wasn't Columbus arrested by the Spanish for being too cruel to his slaves?
How very powerful. Thank you. I have struggled to answer the "all lives matter" gang and this is perfect.
Since NOW! Let's make it happen.
I'm very pleased to be able to support your excellent work. When will I be able to share it with non-patrons? This one especially needs to be widely shared.