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America can no longer watch Black people burn.
By Shayler Richmond Photo by Mathias P.R. Reding What is more American, white privilege or freedom? From the perspective of the most vulnerable; we are the people being slain by police, our lives have only been lived through oppression, and all of our progression has always been the byproduct of our disruption. Enrichment needs perspective. […]

Rihanna says, “Tell your friends to pull up”
By Shayler Richmond Our resident savage bad girl gave an acceptance speech at the Image Awards that set the tempo for all of 2020 and it’s only February (meaning Black History month is extended till further notice); “Tell your friends to pull up,” now has a much deeper meaning and it’s time we all […]

You have no say in my identity
By Shayler Richmond, Dear Rich Fam, Healthy community is founded on promoting healthy individuality; removing assumptions, unlearning prejudicial behaviors, and disbanding labels that stem from stereotypes. Enrichment needs perspective. Already Rich Fam? Sign in Click Here to subscribe to RMD for $1 a month Subscribe for $12 a year

Black vulnerability is strength
By Shayler Richmond Systemic oppression and classism work as agents to keep low income and people of color psychologically deficient and mentally unbalanced, which heightens the importance of mental health. Enrichment needs perspective. Already Rich Fam? Sign in Click Here to subscribe to RMD for $1 a month Subscribe for $12 a year

Keith Boykin on the past, present and future of politics
By Shayler Richmond CNN Commentator, Keith Boykin sits down with Shayler Richmond during a visit to Eastern Michigan University on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2019. Enrichment needs perspective. Already Rich Fam? Sign in Click Here to subscribe to RMD for $1 a month Subscribe for $12 a year

Jemele Hill and more, talk racism and sexism in media
Racism and sexism are prevalent across media coverage and representation in media. The National Association of Black Journalist (NABJ) brought together a panel to discuss racism and sexism; titled, “Intersection of Racism and Sexism in Sports,” featuring: David Aldridge, reporter for Turner Media (moderator) ; Marc Spears, writer for ESPN's The Undefeated; Meghan McPeak, […]