Common Sense Responds: Montgomery County schools respond to BLM movement
We as a community need to do more. Every student’s voice should be heard. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: Montgomery County schools respond to BLM movement
Common Sense Responds: The system has always been broken
Criticism of our justice system may seem harsh, and we also ask a lot of our police officials. When lives are on the line, we have every right to. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: The system has always been broken
Common Sense Responds: How to stay informed without losing your mind
Consuming the news is often mentally taxing, confusing and can leave one with a bad taste in their mouth. But it is critically important to stay informed, especially as an educated person with resources, because those less fortunate can be helped greatly by people presented with evidence of their struggle. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: How to stay informed without losing your mind
Common Sense Reponds: It’s on all of us to learn about racism and leaders who have fought against it
As American citizens, members of the Wootton community and humans, it is our responsibility to remain informed about our own history. Continue reading Common Sense Reponds: It’s on all of us to learn about racism and leaders who have fought against it
Common Sense Responds: A letter to my community
Growing up as a second-generation Asian, I struggled to understand my parents’ traditional perspectives when it came to the world, social and economic issues. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: A letter to my community
Common Sense Responds: Students take to social media to show support
Platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok have allowed students to share information regarding the Black Lives Matter movement. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: Students take to social media to show support
Common Sense Responds: How to stay safe at protests
As the murder of George Floyd has sparked protest nationwide, Montgomery County citizens joined in on the fight for the Black Lives Matter movement. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: How to stay safe at protests
Common Sense Responds: Posting a black square isn’t enough
You are not required to learn, post or converse about racism, but it is only fair that you consider why you don’t want to. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: Posting a black square isn’t enough
Common Sense Responds: Trump shows true colors in response to murder of George Floyd
This country needs a president who works to make this change happen, rather than fans the flames of hatred and bigotry. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: Trump shows true colors in response to murder of George Floyd
Common Sense Responds: One action people can take to support our Black friends
During this difficult time, some people seem to be pointing blame and stirring negativity instead of uniting Americans. Checking in with our Black friends can be one positive action that they need during this confusing time. Continue reading Common Sense Responds: One action people can take to support our Black friends
