An UPstander is someone who sees something and takes a stand. Here we will explore issues relating to social justice. Some posts will be motivational, some educational. Some times I may drop a rhyme or poem! The goal is to share stories and opinions that help us build a human family. Share your thoughts and share with others!
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New song and music video called "The Rap on Donald Trump and Project 2025." Please share if you feel this will educate those who need to know about #Project2025 and would appreciate a #hiphop take on it. Lyrics are below for you to follow along with! America has a choice, it’s clear to see You want dictatorship or democracy? Project 2025 is coming …
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207. My Interview with bestselling author Zena Walker!
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It was an honor to have the great Zenda Walker. Zenda is a best-selling, award-winning author, licensed cosmetologist, and beauty marketing executive. Originally from the Bronx, New York, she enjoys traveling, spontaneous dance parties, exploring and developing beauty trends, and chocolate desserts. Zenda is a co-founder of Bounce Mobile Fitness Cl…
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There has been such disrespect towards VP Harris in calling her a DEI hire. If people want to play that route, will the pick for Vice President be called a "DEI hire" as well? The notion put out is that she has to pick a White, sis-gendered Christian male because America may not be ready for an all female ticket like Harris/Whitmer or a gay VP like…
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208. Biden out and endorses Kamala. Will Dr. King be right about White moderates and liberals?
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Dr. King said that White moderates (I'll add liberals) often tell Black people to wait for freedom; that they believe in freedom on an installment plan. This is how I see what has been happening with democratic politicians who said President Biden should drop out but wouldn't openly endorse Vice President Kamala Harris. It would be a tragic error i…
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The media should not create a “both sides” argument about calming down political rhetoric about violence. The fact of the matter is that the republicans are the party that often call for violence and #trump is the #1 proponent of it. That does not condone what happen because it is wrong. The media has to be accurate if it is really interested in un…
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On #rolandmartinunfiltered I shared my reaction to President Biden speaking at the AME church as well as former representative Mia Love's weird and unacceptable response to it. STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo Website | http://www.omek…
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205. Biden debate response: with democratic "friends" like these, who needs enemies?
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The response to Biden's performance and what should happen thereafter is absolutely ridiculous! These democrats and so-called defenders of democracy had a poorer performance than Biden and their lack of objectivity is astounding. And it was a mistake to even have Biden debate Trump but we can get into that another day. Trump supporters fall in line…
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204. Jay-Z Philadelphia voucher program doesn't reflect his history of Black philanthropy but...
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Jay-Z has a strong history of philanthropy to the Black community nationally and internationally. My hope is that he will realize that this program is not inline with what he has traditionally invested in regarding the Black community. It is is also important that we do a better job of not pointing to one individual as ruining something without loo…
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203. Harrison Butker gave a MAGA speech. Do ALL Catholics really support it?
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Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker gave a MAGA speech. The media has handpicked certain lines but should do a better job of dissecting this Trumpian speech. I dissect it below. I also dismantle the idea that speech is always OK as long as it speaks to that audience. https://lnkd.in/eUnedGdh #harrisonbutker #dei #deib #diversityequityandinclu…
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202. Kendrick, Drake, & Diddy. What if hip-hop protected Black women?
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My latest post is called “Kendrick, Drake, and #Diddy. What if #hiphop protected Black women?” From #cassie & Rihanna, from Megan to Michel’le, and from Dee Barnes to names unknown, we have continued to let Black women down and it has to stop NOW! #megantheestallion #hiphop #drdre #drake #kendricklamar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph…
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201. Tender, Dirty Debutantes & Milk & Cookies: Racism & Sexism Against NCAA Female Athletes
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LSU coach Kim Mulkey was right to challenge the sexism in the Los Angeles Times article by Ben Bosch. She did not, however, speak to the racism of the comments in the article. Once again, we have put our racist and sexist views on a new generation of athletes. As Angel Reese said through tears, "I'm still a human." It's disgraceful that we are deny…
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22 years ago, I wrote a poem entitled “Welcome to the Congo.” It’s on my album “Signs of the Time.” I wrote it while in Congo working in refugee camps due to the war in Congo at the time. 22 years later, I am performing this poem once again and have only removed the names of certain people no relevant to the current crisis in Congo. My point is to …
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I was invited by a school to speak for “Unity Week” because of my documented work as an #upstander. SOME members of the school board who are on record for being part of the fake #criticalracetheory activism began protesting and threatening other action if I was brought in and then it spread to some parents. One of the lies created to create fear of…
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Beyoncé(once again) has given us an opportunity to explore American history in ways that were never fully taught in our schools. Great way to start to close out #blackhistorymonth #texasholdem #beyonce #beyoncé #16carriages Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesโดย Dr. Omekongo Dibinga
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198. Rest in Peace & Power Dr. Joe Madison!
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This is a tough time for those of us who knew and loved Dr. Joe Madison. I share my reflections here. #siriusxm #siriusxmurbanview STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo Website | http://www.omekongo.com __ Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstan…
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197. The Problem w/the Breakfast Club Nikki Haley Interview
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Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy, and others don't respect Black intellect and historians. They see the Breakfast Club as a softball place where they won't really get pressed. I also propose some suggestions of what they can do to make their interviews stronger because ultimately, these interviews do their listeners a disservice. We need to demand that…
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Remember that after the March on Washington, Dr. King and the other leaders went to the White House. My point is that we can’t just protest. We need to protest AND vote. In this video I talk about Bayard Rustin, voting, and why we must vote for President Joe Biden & Kamala Harris this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…
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White liberals need to heed the warning of Dr. King and figure out how to recommit to the movement for his "beloved community." #mlk #mlkday #Upstander #mlkday2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesโดย Dr. Omekongo Dibinga
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Dr. Claudine Gay's resignation is just the latest in the republican attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion. These so-called conservatives and republicans are also hypocrites because they are more connected to anti-semites and Neo-Nazis than any other group of people in the United States, starting with former President Donald Trump. They are us…
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It's important to have an attitude of gratitude! Let's GO! #thanksgiving #happythanksgiving Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesโดย Dr. Omekongo Dibinga
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On Roland Martin's show, I asked military and security expert Malcolm Nance if the way in which Israel is retaliating against Hamas could have the reverse outcome that the Israeli government is looking for and actually create more terrorists than fewer. I prefaced my point by saying that I do not believe that you can bomb an idea away. You can watc…
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I wrote this poem for peace. I also created a music video that you can watch on my YouTube page linked here. Please subscribe there too! The lyrics are below. We the people standin up for a better day we Demandin’ peace to reign supreme in every country In every city, every strip, every territory No more death in our name’s a demand not a plea! We …
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I believe that you who are young leaders will guide us out of the hate and ignorance that has jaded so many of us and I hope this message aids you in deciding to answer the call on leadership, love, and humanity. #israel #gaza#palestine #upstander Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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We spend so much time talking MAGA republicans and blaming them for America's ills. I believe that the apathy of those who claim to care about democracy are the bigger problem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesโดย Dr. Omekongo Dibinga
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I appeared on Fox32 Chicago to discuss bigotry, bias, and my new bestselling book "Lies About Black people." One thing we discussed from my book is "The Rule of 7." These are 7 questions you should ask yourself, your community, your school, or your company to see how truly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion you really are. #diversity #di…
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I was honored to sit with @ellenmeny & @shennekia on @livinglocaldmv_ to discuss how to attain true equality and justice. We used my new bestselling book “Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters” as our point of departure. I’d love your thoughts! #livinglocaldmv #liesaboutblackpeople #diversity #dei #blacklivesm…
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On "Roland Martin Unfiltered", I shared my thoughts on Governor Sarah Huckabee-Sanders getting rid of AP African American History. I speak about how teachers need to fight back, how non-Black parents should speak up before these so-called leaders come for them, and...I drop a few bars in between...because...it's what I do! lol. I share some of the …
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Now that Jamie Foxx has apologized, who is going to work to have the courageous conversations? Who is going to speak about what the story of Jesus means to Black people vs. Jewish people so we can better understand each other? We live in a society where outrage is an industry. It's easier to destroy than it is to build. Who wants to build together?…
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"Justice delayed is justice denied." It has taken too long for the family of Henrietta Lacks to get any form of justice. The settlement with Thermo Scientific brings her story to a new group of people who did not know her story but can her story be taught in some of our school systems like in Florida today under #desantis or in other states? STAY C…
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181. Speaking on Affirmative Action on the "Lean to the Left" podcast with Bob Gatty
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I was so honored to be a guest on the "Lean to the Left" podcast with Bob Gatty. We had a very deep discussion about the Supreme Court decision and the themes in my book "Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters." He gave me permission to post this on my podcast. You can also watch the video of the conversation o…
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Please share your comments on this important debate. Where do you stand on affirmative action? #affirmativeaction #upstander #jobob #joyannreid @jobob_ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo Website | http://www.omekongo.com __ Dr. Omékongo …
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179. Pt. 1: My Affirmative Action & Supreme Court Debate on i24 News
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I joined Jobob of Turning Point USA and Dan Perry (formerly of the Associate Press for a debate on 124 News about the fallout from the Supreme Court decision. Be sure to watch pt. 2! #affirmativeaction #supremecourt #joyannreid #i24news #liesaboutblackpeople #liesaboutblackpeoplebook. #upstander @jobob_ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instag…
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178. Affirmative Action Supreme Court Decision is a Challenge to America!
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No law can make a people committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this video I speak to the hypocrisy of both the #unc and #harvard decisions. In your company, school, religious institution, and your community overall, if you are committed to a world where everyone can be celebrated instead of tolerated and have equitable and equal opportu…
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Take a look at my new book! In this video I talk about "Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters" (foreword by Dr. Michael Eric Dyson). Check out the chapter titles so you know what's inside. I also talk about the poetry in the book, the interviews with everyday people about their antiracist journey, as well as t…
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We gotta fight and pray the anti-gay away You can’t be gay You can’t be queer Schools supposed to be a place for comfort But for some students & staff, it’s all about fear How can we keep our kids in schools That wanna ban LGBTQ + the fact that they were never really welcome But many of us have tried Many of us fought for equality while our friends…
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Sharing my thoughts on Target being targeted. As I say in this video, I applaud the work of Laysha Ward and her team with Target’s continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It’s year round for every community. It’s not seasonal and I say this as someone who shops at Target weekly, including 2 Targets yesterday lol. We must work with…
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I wrote and recorded this song called "10 days in America: be the change" to honor those slain in Uvalde and Buffalo 10 days before that. The best way to honor them is to fight to change our gun laws. We do more to remove toy and baby furniture that are defective if they unfortunately kill one child, yet guns are the #1 killer of kids now and they …
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As the Patriot Front showed us on Mother's Day weekend, White racist extremism is growing in society and we have to do more as a society to stop it. #danielpenny #jordanneely #rolandmartin #upstander #patriotchannel #liesaboutblackpeople #liesaboutblackpeoplebook #rolandmartinunfiltered STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo …
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Talking here about Jordan Neely and our dying humanity. #Upstander #JordanNeely#danielpenny#danielperry#Trump#desantis STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo Website | http://www.omekongo.com __ Dr. Omékongo Dibinga is the UPstander. His lif…
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What you consume, you consent to. We can't consent to the misogynistic, hateful, and defamatory downhill conducted by CNN with former President Donald Trump. Your political affiliation should not prevent you from calling out ignorance and hate. I am sharing my thoughts on it in my commentary below. Would love your thoughts. #diversityequityinclusio…
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This needs to be a summer of action! Don't talk about it. BE about it! This would be a great time as we go into the summer to think about what YOU are going to focus on this summer and beyond. Change starts with YOU! Let's go UPstanders! STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo Facebook…
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I shared my thoughts on the Roland Martin #RolandMartinUnfiltered show about the senseless shooting of 16-year old #RalphYarl and how it connects to Dr. Kings concept of "thingification." #diversityequityinclusion #blacklivesmatter #upstander #liesaboutblackpeoplebook #dei #deib #tuesdayvibe STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omek…
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There are similarities between the stories of Angel Reese, Justin Jones, Justin Pearson, Caitlin Clark, and Gloria Johnson that I unpack here. It all comes down to implicit & unconscious bias. Would love your thoughts! #angelreese#unconsiousbias #implicitbias #upstander #antiracism #liesaboutblackpeople #liesaboutblackpeoplebook #tennesseethree#ten…
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I'm sharing this video to express my support for the #trans community. We can have conversations about things like sports, etc. but the persecution and targeting of another set of human beings cannot be allowed on our watch. I ask all of you to do what you can to vocally and physically support the #transgender community. We need more partners, not …
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I asked fitness superstar Massy Arias her thoughts about dieting vs. a lifestyle focused on just eating right on Roland Martin #rolandmartinunfiltered. She shared some great points that we all should follow and that we should also use if we’re caring for elderly people in our lives that could help them get off of medication. Check it out! #massyari…
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This video is a call to action. I call it: "Democracy: if you don't use it, you lose it." I'm sharing my thoughts here because so many of us believe what the Washington Post says that democracy dies in darkness. In reality, as we are seeing in Florida with DeSantis, the ending of Roe v. Wade, attacks on voting rights and more. If we don't stand up,…
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In my upcoming book (July), "Lies About Black People: how to combat racist stereotypes and why it matters" I have a chapter focused on the racism Black people faced over just wanting to use local swimming pools. I spoke on "Roland Martin Unfiltered" with Howard University Swim Team coach Nicholas Askew about this issue. If you don't know, Howard is…
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In this segment on "Roland Martin Unfiltered", I warn White and other non-Black parents about the dangers of not getting involved in the fight to ensure that a complete history of America is taught. In Desantis' latest temper tantrum, he is threatening to remove ALL AP courses so now ALL parents are at risk of not getting AP courses counted. If the…
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This video is my response to Idris Elba. While I can understand some of what Idris Elba & John Boyega said about not identifying as a Black actor and questioning directors and typecasting, there was another statement that Elba made that was really problematic: "Racism is very real. But from my perspective, it’s only as powerful as you allow it to b…
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Sharing my thoughts on the #Rihanna, the #superbowl, the National Anthem, Black quarterbacks and more on Roland Martin's show #rolandmartinunfiltered #lifteveryvoice #liesaboutblackpeople STAY CONNECTED: Instagram | http://www.instagram.com/omekongo Twitter | http://www.twitter.com/omekongo Facebook | http://www.facebook.com/omekongo Website | http…
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