The Unexpected Intersection of Politics

I first began examining politics of racism while engaged in African-American studies. After undergrad studies, while searching for employment, I researched politics as it related to reproductive freedom. Then, I became, in essence, a part of the political field while being involved in family court drama, and deciding to fight my abuser and the system that further abuses domestic violence victims. And now, in attempt to pursue a lifelong dream career, I have become involved in yet another arena of politics.

I never wanted to be a politician. I just wanted to get by and accomplish my goals. I detested history and civics during my secondary school years. And now, I can't seem to run away from it. Oppression, racism, sexism, against women and minorities...it's almost the same thing, with violence being at the root. I can even utilize similar arguments across seemingly different topics.

Where does this leave me? Almost confused, practically drained, yet unyielding. We need more collaboration so that we don't have to struggle while in the struggle. And we wonder why "we" have a shorter life span...