Why Are Schools Still Spreading The Message That Black Lives Matter Is A Political Statement?

Black Lives Matter still isn’t a political statement. Yes, it is a statement. It’s a passionate statement. It’s a powerful statement. “Black Lives Matter” are words that feels empowering to some, and like a cry for help to many. And for others, it seems to be a fear-inducing statement, and even a threat. But that’s how fear works. When you fear something like a statement or movement, there’s a chance that’s because you don’t understand what it means or where it originated, or even the intention behind it.

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