Journal of a Black Teacher

By Don Allen, Journal of A Black Teacher (2024) With the world waiting with bated breath to see how Vladimirovich Putin—the President of Russia—is going to treat (if elected) the first female President of the United States, their joint working process will become jam-packed with assumptions. Will Putin necessarily push the limits of tyranny, or maybe an amazing turn towards cooperation and mutual trust await us at the end? To understand the possible trajectory of this relationship, consider a few factors at play: Putin's historical approach toward U.S. leaders, what the presence of gender could mean in global politics, and the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. Historically, Putin approached U.S. presidents with well-timed pragmatism and a show of muscle at times, a way of probing the boundaries of diplomatic and geopolitical relationships. His presidency has been characterized by calculated decisions that would poke the West in the eye, among them annexation of Crimea and full support

The recent confirmation of Kamala Harris to run for president has provided a new opportunity to reassess our political strategies. While her candidacy might be seen as a step forward in terms of representation, it is essential to critically evaluate whether her campaign and the broader political discourse are addressing the systemic issues that many feel are being ignored. The focus should not solely be on Harris as an individual but on the broader political framework within which she operates. By Don Allen (Editorial Opinion) - Journal of A Black Teacher In the grand theater of American politics, where dramatic gestures often overshadow substantive action, few spectacles are as revealing as the interplay between social media activism and political reality. As Kamala Harris gears up for a presidential run in 2024, we find ourselves at a crucial juncture where the clamor of social media protests collides with the stark reality of electoral politics. This collision exposes a disheartenin