by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Jun 23, 2021
So, Juneteenth happened and the opposition to teaching Critical Race Theory in schools has picked up some serious steam. The two are intertwined in many ways. One way is of course, that we legislate a federal holiday that many do not want children, in particular White...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | May 19, 2021
My work is hard on my heart a lot of the time especially when racism is the topic, but throw in motherhood and there is a special ache. This weekend, I saw a picture of Ruby Bridges and her mom with this narrative attached: UNSUNG MAMA HERO: November 1960 – Ruby...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Apr 21, 2021
There’s an expression that I often hear people use, “love conquers all” and yet those of us who feel like we have been giving out love don’t always feel like we are conquering all. I mean, all of the big societal problems still exist. Racism, sexism, ableism,...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Apr 7, 2021
I am not sure if there was ever a better time to use the phrase, “It was the best of times it was the worst of times.” Because they are both on the table before us and we can decide what we choose to feast on. When we talk about difference and being...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Mar 31, 2021
I’ve taken my time to write this because the hurt I feel deserves the right expression. I’ve posted on social media my support for #StopAsianHate and shared and supported posts from those who are in and share this pain. As I write this, another vicious attack captured...
by Dr. Lynne Maureen Hurdle | Feb 17, 2021
Since the start of the new year, there has been this feeling floating out there in the anti-racist work communities that I am a part of, also ones that I just observe. It’s an anticipation that started with whispers and has now built into a loud roar. The cumulative...
