On my many trips to New Orleans, whether to lecture at one of its universities or colleges, to preach from one of its pulpits, or to speak at an empowerment seminar during the annual Essence Music Festival, I have observed color politics at work among black folk. The cruel color code has to be defeated by our love for one another. —Michael Eric Dyson, excerpt from Come Hell or High Water.
In my many visits to New Orleans, whether it's to lecture at one of its universities or colleges, preach from one of its pulpits, or speak at an empowerment seminar during the Essence Music Festival, I have observed how racial politics functions among African Americans. Our love and acceptance for each other are essential in dismantling this color code.