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The strange proposition that black intellectuals - regardless of their training - are 'race experts' mainly because they are black is naive and potentially dangerous. ”
Most of the stuff that parades as drug education in this country is just rubbish with no foundation in evidence. ”
Teaching university students affords me the opportunity to demonstrate to young adults that they don't have to be perfect to make contributions to their country. ”
It's not a crime to make a mistake; in fact, it's human. I certainly have made mistakes. ”
If we stay focused on data and the real issues, we can tailor our inventions to enhance public health and safety while decreasing the likelihood of racial discrimination. ”
I have a hard time arguing with stupid people. ”
It is always a good time when I visit the 'Melissa Harris Perry Show' on MSNBC. ”
Perhaps, for once, we should try interventions that are informed by science and proven to work. ”
If politicians did care about their constituents, they would work harder to seek out people like me. They don't. ”