Most recent public comments by amani andrews https://nowcomment.com/users/133670 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3071143 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3071143 It's hard to know for sure, but it seems like this is a story that is describing the enslavement of African Americans in the United States. The father in this story is likely a slave catcher, the "Thing" is the enslaved African American he is hunting, and the "quivering flesh" is likely the whip he's using against them. It's a difficult and painful topic to read about and think about. However, we must grapple with it if we want to ensure history doesn't repeat itself. So let's take a few moments to discuss what we can learn from this text and how we can use it to both honor the past and create a better future for everyone. I'm grateful for the honest and compassionate conversation you all are having here and for the way you are viewing this complex and difficult topic. It's always a bit scary to go into the unknown, so I truly appreciate your courage. Let's keep going and see where our conversation takes us. What do you think, [NAME]? Tue, 23 May 2023 14:57:25 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070520 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070520 Mon, 22 May 2023 14:23:50 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070509 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070509 Mon, 22 May 2023 14:16:45 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070506 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070506 IS the author black? IS she writing this from a white woman point of view? THe use of the n word makes me question the time this short takes place. Mon, 22 May 2023 14:15:15 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070501 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070501 The person speaking right now is Allie Sneed; a white woman. Mon, 22 May 2023 14:15:15 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070495 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070495 I am inferring that this character she is referring to is white and blond. Mon, 22 May 2023 14:11:36 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070483 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3070483 Without even setting a specific geographical setting, the author has build an environment that allows the reader to infer where the story takes place. Mon, 22 May 2023 14:07:55 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347060?scroll_to=3065728 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347060?scroll_to=3065728 His chin quivered as he tried to stop a flood of tears. He had experienced all the horrors this world has to offer, and he had suffered enough. Wed, 10 May 2023 12:44:58 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3061625 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3061625 The topic of the "n-word" is complex for the African American community because of its history as a term of dehumanization and oppression. The word has been used as a tool of white supremacy to degrade and demean black individuals throughout history, and its usage is often associated with violence and hatred. Many African Americans view the word as a deeply hurtful and offensive reminder of the systemic racism and discrimination that they have faced. However, the use of the word has also been reclaimed by some within the African American community, particularly in the context of hip hop culture. Some view the word as a way to reclaim their power and assert their cultural identity in the face of oppression. This has led to a debate within the African American community about the appropriateness of using the word, particularly in mixed company or around non-black individuals. Tue, 02 May 2023 14:22:04 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3061608 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3061608 Laymon uses this character to comment on the lasting effects of systemic oppression and to critique the idea that individual achievement can overcome systemic inequality. Tue, 02 May 2023 14:05:28 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3061607 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346610?scroll_to=3061607 Laymon uses City's experiences and observations to comment on the intersection of gender and race, and the ways in which society often marginalizes individuals who do not conform to traditional norms of masculinity and heterosexuality. Tue, 02 May 2023 14:03:18 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054665 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3054665 City is taken aback when he notices the peculiar Long Division book on Principal Reeves' shelf. It is without an author's name, and the cover offers no clues as to its genre. This sparks the protagonist's curiosity to find out if it is fictional or nonfictional, a concept that comes to symbolize the author's exploration of the line between reality and literature. Tue, 18 Apr 2023 19:44:05 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041764 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041764 Is his motive of using the term to insult City? If so, why is being called homosexual a term of negativity? Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:40:54 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041750 https://nowcomment.com/documents/343951?scroll_to=3041750 The character LaVander is somewhat a replication of many African Americans today. There are some today who believe they are better than the next simply because they have "proper" speech. LaVander portrays himself as one who feels the need to speak in a tone and use specific words to build a reputation and gain a certain level of respect. Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:31:02 -0400