This week began with headlines that affected every American. Its end has been just as biting. I was so reluctant to post on the occurrences of this week because I felt passionate about every matter that occurred. The things that affected me most were those which took place in the judicial system. Though I have opinions on Snowden and Paula Deen, I'm sure you've heard enough about those instances.
I Vote No I was heartbroken to see that, instead of suspending flawed sections in the Voting Rights Act (VRA) and suggesting congress do something to better them, the Supreme Court chose to eradicate useful sections of the VRA altogether. The VRA ruling was the most event of this week because it gave a blow to all American people. The blow given to the skates over apparent discrimination in electoral processes. For me, the Court's decision was a lot less about disregard of the Civil Rights Movement and more about ignoring the obvious truth. The decision was a setback for American democracy because it suggests to the politicians already in court for voter fraud and discrimination that they could utilize unconstitutional efforts to get the votes they desired. The decision gives states with current cases addressing the very issues in the VRA, a nod for the go ahead. It does so, while slapping MLK in the face. I am wagging the index finger at the Courts and giving it a huge shake of my head. I don't see any efforts of the GOP-ruled House in fixing this issue any time soon. But, I do see the anniversary of the March on Washington in August being a huge ordeal now. Yay for the Gays The Court tried to sweep up their poop by following with a decision that love overrules tradition. I am glad that they deemed love more potent than a due process. No, seriously, all sarcasm aside. I am very happy that Court upheld the belief that no class in society should be considered second-class. As I said to Mama Daisy, I don't completely agree with a lot of things but I will always be an ally for equality. Heterosexual individuals desecrate love all on their own. So, the argument that allowing gays to marry negatively affects the sanctity of marriage is flawed. I am giving the gays a thumbs up! Zimmerman Vs. America While an entire post is dedicated to this case, I would like to reflect on the fact that this historic case has brought many American issues to the table. Reporters on CNN have continuously argued on whether race affects the justice system. Education has become the buzz of the Twittersphere. And the question of what self-defense really means has been posed. I don't believe anything happens on accident. Trayvon Martin's life has served as the basis point for all American's to place this country on trial. In a tweet, I declared that we are all on the bench. And if Martin's life served as a looking pool for us to examine our democracy, it was one well worth it's 16 years. As always, enjoy your weekend Strogger's. See you next Friday. -MK
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More About MkMk is 23 year old Chicagoan. She attended Howard University in Washington, D.C., studying English. Now back in Chicago, Mk has focused on writing her truths. Outside of ATS, she also writes on Youth Alert, a blog for young Christian believers. Mk is also a stylist at Akira Hyde Park. When she isn't working on the Mag, Youth Alert, or at Akira, Mk is with her family, she spends her time with a good book or cooking.
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