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Brandy's avatar

Read this in the paper this morning. So glad you put it here to share!

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Adam B. Coleman's avatar

Of course! I try to put all my writings here to keep people informed (as well as my TV appearances).

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Luc Lelievre's avatar

That is a very thorough comment, Mr. Coleman. Some commented that Ms. Bass was an alleged disciple of the late Cuban leader, Fidel Castro.

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Adam B. Coleman's avatar

I've heard much of the same

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The Whole Truth's avatar

Thanks for this Adam--I agree 100%. As we argue in our latest article, the problem isn’t any single ‘bad policy’—it’s that CA’s entire philosophy of governance has become a caricature of itself. Time to change. Here it is if you wanna take a look! https://thewholetruthpublications.substack.com/p/the-fire-and-the-plague

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Jeff's avatar

So if I’m a racist for attacking Bass am I also a racist for attacking Gavin? So confusing.

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ken terry's avatar

A hard but necessary piece here. As you stated, accountability is essential, with both praise and criticism doled out as warranted. I do wish you had spotlighted more strongly that she is not directly to blame, but as top administrator it was her job to make sure her department heads were on task and prepared. That said, the budget cuts do fall squarely on her shoulders.

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Adam B. Coleman's avatar

This is true. I think my main point was that when you're in charge, you'll get fair and unfair criticisms...that's just what it is.

But that doesn't mean it's motivated by racism.

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ken terry's avatar

You made that point well. I tend to overthink the need to invite the naysayers into the conversation and avoid giving them any reason to reject my premise. An impossible goal. LOL

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Adam B. Coleman's avatar

It's especially difficult writing a word count restricted article. I've learned a long time ago that you can't make everyone happy, so do the best you can.

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Ken Macko's avatar

Thank you Adam. Your article is dead on point. I appreciate it when a Black man calls out the bullshit. The name of the game on the left is making the community a what instead of a who. Thanks to you, again, for reminding people of that.

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Bonita's avatar

Great article. I cannot comprehend the ignorance (refusal to see what is in plain sight) of those supporting Bass’s actions/inaction and response. Is DEI a brainwashing mechanism?

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David Charles's avatar

California should be chopped away and dropped into the ocean.

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Benj's avatar

Hey now - - - 🧐

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