Natasha M. ScruggsBlack teens in Kansas City are in a state of Emergency. Justice for RalphBlack children are discarded as students, as victims of crimes, as people accused of crimes. Ralph Yarl is a victim but was seen by KCPD…Apr 17, 2023Apr 17, 2023
Natasha M. ScruggsIt’s Second Chance Month, but our youth barely get a First ChanceSelf worth is something needed in order to succeed in life. Yet, this self belief is fueled by society. How do you believe in yourself…Apr 12, 2023Apr 12, 2023
Natasha M. ScruggsEven as a victim of an injury, Black people are still subject to racism.With the discussion of America being a racist country, we should discuss how racism infects lesser known areas of our society. If a Black…May 3, 2021May 3, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsBlack kids and teenagers are in a legal crisis.Minors need grace & leniency when accused of wrongdoing. These killings happen at an instant. No charge, no judge, no jury, no represenApr 26, 2021Apr 26, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsThe “Angry Black” trope excuses racial discrimination in jobs, criminal justice, housing, and…Calling us “Angry Black people” is a historical tool to legally discriminate. It has been used to excuse murder, discrimination, red…Apr 7, 2021Apr 7, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsThe prison industrial complex affects all Black people.Racism in the criminal justice system infects most if not all government and social systems in the country.Mar 24, 2021Mar 24, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsAre law schools anti-Black?As a Black law student, I was expected to study the law like my white counterparts, with no meaningful connection to the evil that it…Mar 15, 2021Mar 15, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsCompanies: Before pledging financial support for antiracism, look in the mirror.3 reasons why companies should pause before pledging financial support for antiracism.Mar 8, 2021Mar 8, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsThe Top diverse companies are only diverse at the BottomHiring Black men, women, and non-binary people in entry or lower-level positions only is not Diversity. %85 of top executive positions are…Mar 6, 2021Mar 6, 2021
Natasha M. ScruggsBlack Bodies FOR SALEThe USA was built upon white supremacy that uses black bodies for social, political, and economic world dominance.Apr 10, 2017Apr 10, 2017