Ignorance, Denial, Willingness: Conversations in Highland Park
We just reviewed our latest round of videos taken while Co-President Ndure Cain attempts to have conversations with residents of wealthy Highland Park.
Rights Taken and Rights Protected: Another Thursday in TX
So much of this work is taking the good with the ugly, the light with the shadow.
Freedom Requires Truth: The Antidote to Racism & Fascism
at the end of these long, confusing, often grief stricken rage inducing days, let us not forget that we are the antidote. We are here for truth, liberty and equality.
If You Aren’t Outraged… Insanity in Texas
As we read through local and state news today, we could not help but be deeply disappointed in so much of the insanity that ensues in this state.
Racial Profiling: Alive, Well & Deadly
We read tweets today from R&B singer Ari Lennox who was arrested in Amsterdam yesterday after she said she responded to racial profiling from a security agent at the airport.
Listen, Honor And Repair
All over the country, we have cities, states and politicians attempting to keep their racist roots or ignorantly bulldoze over Indigenous history.
Facing and Speaking Your Truth
DJN co-president Ndure Cain has been out in Highland Park ready to talk but no one will open the door- and we know there’s a lot people in the community would like to say to us…
A Day of Mourning
The American celebration of Thanksgiving is yet another opportunity for Americans to ignore real history.
Ahmaud Arbery’s Killers Convicted
The three white men who murdered Ahmaud Arbery were all found guilty of murder.
Justice for Chrystul Kizer
Kizer's case also brings up a test of how the law can oftentimes not apply equally to everyone, particularly Black girls and women like Kizer.
Malikah Shabazz Found Dead
One of the youngest children of Malcolm X was found dead in her apartment. She was found by her daughter.
White Texas Student Assaults Black Teacher
A White female student at Castleberry High School in Fort Worth was seen on video walking up to her Black female teacher and verbally abusing and violently assaulting her.
Destroying Illusions
We get it, no one wants their illusions destroyed- no one wants their truths smashed. It takes resilience to come back from that, it takes endurance and courage.
Rittenhouse: Another Example of Racism & Corruption
We were not at all surprised when the verdict came in on Friday that Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty…
Gratitude Is Enough
So much of our time is spent trying to demand accountability and reparations, and these moments of connection are priceless and remind us why we are doing any of this.
Wrongful Conviction Overturned After 56 Years
2 of the 3 men accused of assassinating Malcolm X in 1965 are finally having their wrongful convictions overturned.
Education Discrimination Allegations in Southlake
Three investigations were opened today in the Carroll Independent School District in Southlake Texas…
Austin Arson Raises Alarm
Franklin Barrett Sechriest, a white 18-year-old student at Texas State University, was charged yesterday with setting fire to an Austin synagogue on Halloween.
DJN NDEPTH
Unveiling the stories that shaped Dallas and beyond, DJN-Depth takes you on a captivating journey through time. Dive into meticulously researched narratives, compelling exposes, and rarely-seen visuals, rediscovering the roots of our collective identity. From pivotal moments to everyday lives, explore history not just as the past, but as a living force shaping our present and future.
DR. AMOS WILSON
DR. JAWANZA KUNJUFU
In this pivotal third installment of our exploration, we immerse ourselves in Dr. Amos Wilson’s teachings, concentrating on a vital aspect: the economics within the Black community. Dr. Wilson advocated with fervor for economic independence, viewing it as an essential cornerstone for true empowerment. His insights offer more than just theoretical musings; they provide a practical blueprint for cultivating economic resilience, particularly relevant in urban landscapes like Dallas. Here, we will delve into the tangible applications of his economic philosophy and examine how these can be strategically implemented to strengthen our local communities.