John MartinMLK Day Convocation Address at Waynesburg UniversityThis is my half of the keynote remarks that Ashley and I presented at Waynesburg University’s annual MLK Day Convocation on January 16…Feb 2Feb 2
John MartinWest Point’s Empty Promise of Diversity and RespectThis is my experience with West Point leaders claiming to prioritize diversity while dismantling systems in place to protect Black cadetsJun 9, 20207Jun 9, 20207
John MartinWhat is Justice for a Black Person in America?#JusticeForGeorgeFloydMay 30, 2020May 30, 2020
John MartinShut Up, Mr. WestToday a self-proclaimed “proud non-reader of books” represented the Black community in meeting about criminal justice reform and police…Oct 12, 2018Oct 12, 2018
John MartinHow Spike Lee Whitewashed History in BlakkklansmanThe newest Spike Lee Joint is branded as a true story. But this isn’t the case. It’s characters are real people but the successes of the…Aug 28, 2018Aug 28, 2018
John MartinNew NFL Policy Is Why We Need Diversity in LeadershipYesterday, NFL Owners came together and approved a new NFL policy which stated that NFL players and coaches do not have to be on the field…May 24, 20182May 24, 20182
John MartinWake Up Mr. West (In His Own Words)An explanation of Kanye’s recent political developments though his own lyricsMay 14, 2018May 14, 2018
John MartinAn Open Letter about Colin KaepernickRecently, someone I know forwarded me an email titled “Kaepernick’s Oppression…” This friend of mine sends me lots of emails with jokes…Nov 22, 2017Nov 22, 2017