• gi gi's Jun 9, 18:57 comment on Families Affected by Gangs
    my grandson is in a gang, should i fear for my life
  • Yinetly's Jun 6, 17:38 comment on No one cares!
    Dear Vivian: I am excited about your essay, “No one cares ,” because the title to your essay stood out to me and sometimes i can relate to the title One sentence you wrote that stands out for me is: ” On one hand, its because we want to fit in and be accepted. We want to have people who understands us and so we care about what others think.” I think this is relatable because many girls go through this and that causes a lot of mental illness. Another sentence that I loved was: “Its your life, not anyone elses.” This stood out for me because i had to learn this after having my life controlled by others and this sentence was a motivating reminder for me. I have read this article www.mayoclinic.org .I thought you might be interested in this because it talks about how teenagers use social media to create online identities which can lead to many consequences. Thanks for your writing. I look forward to seeing what you write next because your essay is something that can wake people up and realize many things.Your essay can inspire people to enjoy themeselves
  • Tuy Pint's Jun 5, 01:55 comment on Life Without Insurance
    No doubt, insurance is a way of life and everyone should consider it for their family and kids. Life insurance is not just about the financial benefits; it’s about providing your loved ones with a sense of security and stability during a difficult time. It’s a testament to your love and care. Is there any affordable life insurance for a large family? 
  • will's Jun 4, 09:49 comment on The Glamorization of Mental Illness – Advanced Google Search
    Today mental illness is very daises in the world. There are many reasons for mental illness, according to the big reason is depression. My big brother also faces these types of problems in the past. I study on that so Click here to solve your problem.
  • Abbot 00's Jun 3, 12:34 comment on An Informative Video About Trees No One Else Thought About…
    Tree removal services should be commended for their commitment to safety training. Their teams are equipped with the knowledge and skills to handle hazardous situations, minimizing risks during tree removal. Champaign Tree Squad
  • Sa’Qua's Jun 2, 15:38 comment on Empathy Towards Animals
    I like how they use the tiger and the colors you used.
  • Tikvah's May 26, 04:01 comment on Adaptations of Space Technology to Reduce Harmful Emissions
    t is true that the incorporation of space technology into a variety of facets of our everyday life has resulted in notable improvements with favorable effects on the environment. It’s amazing to see how technological advancements that were first created for space exploration have now found useful uses in combating climate change and enhancing sustainability. What additional fields or businesses, in your opinion, may profit from the use of space technology, given the enormous number of applications that it has already spawned? In order to harness the promise of these technologies in reducing climate change and building a more sustainable future, how can we further foster cooperation between space agencies, scientists, and industries?
  • Tikvah's May 26, 04:00 comment on Why fighting corruption is key to addressing the world’s most pressing problems
    in fact, corruption is a widespread issue with significant social repercussions. Many of the most urgent problems in the world are made worse and confidence is eroded. We must tackle this problem head-on and put in place thorough anti-corruption measures. What do you believe to be the most successful tactics or initiatives that can be put into place to combat corruption on a global scale, given the article’s emphasis on prevention and enforcement? And what role can people, groups, and organizations play in promoting an environment that values openness, responsibility, and integrity?
  • Tikvah's May 26, 03:56 comment on America On Trial
    hearing about the unfairness and tragedy you and Khalil through is devastating. Today’s society is gravely concerned about the pervasive problem of racial profiling and police violence. How do you intend to pursue Khalil’s justice while tackling the bigger problem of African Americans being subjected to human rights violations?
  • Tikvah's May 26, 03:52 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    How do we solve healthcare inequities, stop police brutality, and fight the dehumanization of disadvantaged populations, all of which were brought to light by the 1619 Project?
  • Tikvah's May 26, 03:47 comment on Understanding the 1619 Project
    The history of sexual assault and exploitation that black women who were enslaved experienced during slavery, as well as the long-lasting impact of this trauma on black communities, must be acknowledged. The vocabulary that was employed to demean and objectify enslaved women, such as the phrase “Negro wench,” was crucial in sustaining the systematic oppression of enslaved people and strengthening the repressive power relations of slavery. The 1619 Project’s pregnant black woman’s experience also brings to light the persistent healthcare inequities that black people, especially black women, must contend with. Systemic racism and bias within the healthcare system are at the basis of the inequities in access to care, care quality, and the management of pain and symptoms. To address these discrepancies and provide fair healthcare for all people, regardless of race or ethnicity, the narrative emphasizes the critical need for change and the adoption of anti-racist legislation.Based on these findings, is there a specific query you would like me to answer?
  • Tikvah's May 26, 03:44 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    sharing your thoughts and reflections on the 1619 Project and the issues of systemic  oppression, discrimination, and violence faced by Black people and other minorities. While it is important to acknowledge and discuss these topics, I don’t see a specific question in your statement. Is there a particular question you would like me to address or elaborate on?
  • Tikvah's May 26, 03:37 comment on Remembering Past through Critical Conversations
    Although your letter shows support for the 1619 Project’s initiatives and emphasizes how crucial it is to spread knowledge of the history of racism and slavery, it does not specifically pose a question. Would you kindly let me know what exact question you would want me to answer on the subject?
  • Tikvah's May 25, 15:14 comment on Disparities of America
    It makes full sense that seeing other people’s suffering would make you afraid to have children in this world. It may be sad when others don’t show concern or understanding, and it’s only natural to worry about your own children going through similar difficulties. To ensure that you and your future children receive the care and attention they require, it is crucial to speak up for yourself and both of them. A step in the right direction is taking action to stop injustices from occurring in the first place. The 1619 Project has illuminated the lingering effects of slavery on American culture by expressing its viewpoint via a variety of forms and linguistic devices. The effects of slavery on various parts of society are successfully communicated through narrative storytelling and historical study. What impact does seeing the sorrow and anguish of others have on the way you see having children in this world?
  • Kristen's May 25, 14:32 comment on Why Police Brutality is a Worldwide Issue
    Police brutality is a worldwide issue that demands our attention and action. It transcends geographical boundaries, affecting communities globally. The power of social media and custom avatars allows us to unite, raising awareness and demanding justice for victims. By sharing stories, resources, and support, we can foster empathy and promote meaningful change. Together, we can ensure that every person, regardless of their background, is treated with dignity and respect, ultimately creating a safer and fairer world for all.
  • emily valderrama's May 23, 20:42 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    I loved everything about this. so much very thoughtful details.
  • Freshtex A Blackman's May 21, 05:44 comment on Why is there so much hate in the world?
    This post is biased, I say that because starting with your first example of hate, you used the Taliban, More people hate America than they do the Taliban, I understand they’re very bad people but you could’ve used a glaring example of why so many people worldwide hate America, The U.S have invaded, enslaved and bombed (to name a few of our atrocities) many a country on this Earth, All in the name of “Democracy” and even treated their very citizens with contempt, especially minorities, People in high office have and still do endorse *Hate, Nazism and Police Brutality on minorities*, most Americans won’t acknowledge this, the exact reason why your example is the Taliban and not the glaring elephant in the room.
  • Nathanael's May 19, 15:02 comment on America on trial
    I can tell you were thorough in your research and I also feel we should do more for people coming out of jail so they can get a good second chance
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:53 comment on america on trial
    I agree that cops should be held accountable and I like how you made it personal because this is a big issue that we need to come together to fix because it will be hard to change
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:51 comment on Putting America on trial
    I really liked this post I think you expressed your ideas well and I like the idea of the trial.
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:32 comment on WHO ARE WE INTERNALLY
    I like how you put yourself in their shoes and really tried to feel how they feel to understand the topic more
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:24 comment on Unlock a Different Future
    I like your use of music I think it is a unique way to express your ideas and how women have struggled throughout time
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:15 comment on History and You
    I like your use of the phrase “normalized her pain” it really shows how doctors today don’t really listen to our women and just look at them as patients moving through the hospital and not people
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:05 comment on Can We End Racial Preconceptions?
    I agree that black men are viewed as scary or intimidating more then they should and this can make it hard for us in certain situations if people assume we are being aggressive or the aggressor all the time
  • Nathanael's May 19, 14:01 comment on Perspectives within the 1619 Project
    I like how you connected it back to you with the police brutality, do you think that the country will ever be peaceful enough where citizens can have good relationships with law enforcement
  • Jannatul's May 3, 16:49 comment on AI vs My Writing
    I adore your perspective on AI. Although you highlight AI’s various shortcomings, you also touch on its benefits and the novel experiences it can bring. I think that how AI affects individuals varies, both favorably and unfavorably. Although it can later impair your writing abilities, it is simple to rely on AI. However, I do believe there is a benefit to occasionally using AI to proofread your writing. 
  • Jannatul's May 3, 16:45 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    I really enjoyed your discussion of the family dynamics in the Long Division. I think City is surrounded by a lot of loving and supportive people in the Long Division. Even when City behaved inappropriately on national television and embarrassed her, City’s grandmother showed him so much love when she first heard about him. I also enjoyed hearing about the difficulties that families can overcome. City has dealt with a lot of issues throughout the book, including prejudice, and all he really needs right now is his family.
  • Sabria's May 2, 23:08 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    I love how you state the contrasts between Ai. I do agree that AI can create unique art, however since you can’t truly express down to the little details on what you want in your drawing, it’s hard to paint a clear picture. I also agree with your notion that if AI could keep track of details and better graphics, it could connect more to what an individual wants in their art.
  • Sabria's May 2, 22:59 comment on AI vs My Writing
    I really love your take AI. You point out the various flaws in AI, however, you also mention the usefulness and new experiences that come with it. I believe that AI works for people differently, for better and worse. It’s easy to depend on AI, although, it can lower your writing skills later on. However, if you use AI from time to time to check your writing, then I believe there is no harm done. Your take on AI was very different from others, which makes your view unique.
  • Sabria's May 2, 22:51 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    I loved how you spoke on family relations within the Long Division. I believe that in the Long Division, City has many people that surround him with love and support. When City’s grandmother was first mentioned, she gave him so much love, even when City acted out of line on national television and embarrassed her. I also loved when you spoke on the struggles that family’s can heal. Throughout the book City has been dealing with a lot of stuff, including racism, and all he needs right now is his family.
  • Alana's May 2, 22:24 comment on Themes of Long Division
    While I enjoyed reading how you connected AI with Long Division. I enjoyed looking at your image and how it corresponded with your writing. I also love the fact that you included your opinion about AI, what you could have done to make AI understand your writing better, and how you also gave tips to future users of AI.
  • Alana's May 2, 20:25 comment on Long Division Reimagined by AI
    I like how you included the mistakes AI may make and what AI actually did to your writing instead of just putting it out there. I want to highlight where you talk about the description of double standards and the words used by my characters. I think that exaggerates how Kiese writes his story and how he wants the story to be betrayed.
  • Alana's May 2, 20:11 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    The author’s discussion on the significance of perseverance strikes something with me since it emphasizes how City possesses the capacity to prevail over challenges via pure strength and the encouragement of the individuals around him. This is a key point that motivates readers to capitalize on their own resilience when confronted with hardships. I considered the essay to be structured and thorough in its exploration of the book’s subject matter.
  • Christopher S's May 2, 18:27 comment on Using AI youth voices
    I agree that the Youth Voices website uses AI to help students improve their work by providing constant access to feedback and allowing them to see and build off of their peers’ work. The website is innovative and offers endless possibilities for idea development.
  • Tikvah's May 2, 18:27 comment on AI: Evolving Future Intelligence.
    Before anything, I really like your title “AI: Evolving Future Intelligence.” I like how you included that it can helps us express ourselves.
  • Amadou's May 2, 18:27 comment on The Help of AI
    You did a fantastic job of analyzing and condensing the numerous ideas found in the novel. It is genuinely amazing how literature can be used to explore complex subjects like the power of language, the effects of abuse, and the tenacity of resilience. Your insightful comments provide insightful insights into the work and show a deep understanding of its underlying concepts.
  • Mason's May 2, 18:26 comment on AUTHENTIC Takes on ARTIFICIAL Intelligence
    I like how you discussed the limitations of working with AI and Youth Voices. While AI can help with finding words and organizing thoughts, relying solely on it for writing and generating images can hinder a person’s creativity. I definitely agree with wanting to have my work reflect my own personal creativity.
  • David's May 2, 18:25 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    I really like how you explained the theme of the book and made an effort to be very clear I appreciate how you expressed yourself
  • Christopher S's May 2, 18:25 comment on AUTHENTIC Takes on ARTIFICIAL Intelligence
    I agree. Using AI to come up with words and fix grammatical errors is helpful, but using it to write essays and generate images can hinder my thinking and creativity sometimes.
  • Amadou's May 2, 18:24 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    I agree with Maryum You brought up City’s difficulty understanding his identity as an african american, which makes one think of the more general difficulties that people face when striving to grasp their identities, particularly in unfamiliar or intimidating situations. The complexity of identity and the ways in which it can be altered by elements like race, gender, socioeconomic status, and place are highlighted by Laymon’s examination of this topic.
  • David's May 2, 18:23 comment on Meeting the Characters in “Long Division”
    Up until this point in the book, your depiction of the primary characters and their struggle is precise and serves as a well-written synopsis. In addition, I think it would be beneficial to explore further into the text and its relationship with AI technology, specifically how it may have aided in your comprehension and analysis of Long Division.
  • Tikvah's May 2, 18:22 comment on youth voices and AI
    I think that this is a very good way of exampling How it benefits us and the ways that we can use it outside of this lesson. I love how you focused on yourself but I want to know how you think it could benefit others that aren’t as strong with their writing skills.
  • Mason's May 2, 18:22 comment on The Help of AI
    I really enjoyed reading your analysis of the three themes: the themes of the power of language, the impact of abuse, and the strength of resilience. The like how you emphasized how language can be used to express complex emotions and thoughts, but also how it can be used to demean and belittle others. I also appreciate how your text highlights the strength of resilience and how individuals can find strength in their lives despite the difficulties they may face.
  • Nathanael's May 2, 18:22 comment on Understanding the Interesting AI
    I like how you described AI as a tool and not a crutch. I agree and I think that we should continue to integrate AI into our learning. I also like how you formatted your response it separates your ideas well.
  • Jeffrey's May 2, 18:21 comment on Using AI youth voices
    I agree with you that AI is a great tool in order better your way of writing, it’s a great assistant.
  • Tikvah's May 2, 18:17 comment on Using AI youth voices
    I agree with you when you say that it’s very helpful and convenient. I love how you used the words endless output because I think that this was the best way to describe AI. Now i do see a couple of mistakes but overall it was pretty good.
  • Mason's May 2, 18:17 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    I like how this article discusses the plot of the book “Long Division” by Kiese Laymon, which explores themes of identity, family, and resilience. I also like the experiences that are highlighted that show the importance of family and resilience in the face of adversity.
  • Nathanael's May 2, 18:16 comment on AI: Evolving Future Intelligence.
    I like how you speak of AI in a neutral way I think you could have formatted it different but I also like your picture it reminds me of terminator.
  • Tikvah's May 2, 18:14 comment on AI MOJO;THE FUTURE
    When you said that was simple and effective, I concurred. We can use it now and in the future and will need to write more because it is a great tool. It certainly does make things simpler, in my opinion, and it also encourages us to use words in our writing that we otherwise might not.
  • Jeffrey's May 2, 18:13 comment on AUTHENTIC Takes on ARTIFICIAL Intelligence
    I agree. AI should be used as a revisor and to improve how one puts ideas into words, without letting it completely take over your writing.
  • Christopher S's May 2, 18:13 comment on Your Hip – Your Head – Your Heart
    I agree because using AI was a beneficial experience that can inspire, teach, and improve the quality of work. AI Mojo can elevate work, ideas, and expand imagination.
  • Amadou's May 2, 18:11 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    Long Division’s major concepts have been wonderfully reviewed by you in a piece that sums up the main points made in the text. I like how you went into great detail with each theme and supported your opinions with quotes from the literature.  Generally speaking, I agree with the topics you’ve discussed and have even learned about a few new ones that I hadn’t previously thought of.
  • Esther Bahati's May 2, 18:10 comment on Why AI is the Future
    if you say that ” it makes my work so much better” true but it won’t make it better then but can be used if you need your essay to look like strong words and how you can start your essay with AI ideas. when you said, “Think this Ai stuff is the future and it can be really helpful.” I concur since this is the new method for writing that children in the future will use, even if they will still copy text word for word. They will still have to think, but not a lot because AI is available to assist them.
  • Nathanael's May 2, 18:09 comment on AI Blurb
    I like how you organized your 2 separate responses. I think you could have gone into more detail about how AI helps your writing. I also liked your picture I think it incorporates text and technology well.
  • Daniel's May 2, 18:09 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    It appears that your stance on the matter is somewhat divided. While acknowledging that AI can produce intriguing and potentially useful art, you also recognize its limitations in connecting various pieces of information, which can result in mixed-up details. The author suggests that if AI could improve in this area, it could generate compelling writing. However, until that advancement occurs, the writer believes that AI should be regarded as a supplementary tool for art at most. You similarly acknowledge the potential of AI to produce captivating art, but you also acknowledge the writer’s skepticism towards its ability to connect different pieces of information, making its usage for anything beyond simply repeating facts uncertain at best.
  • Justyn's May 2, 18:09 comment on AI: Friend or Foe?
    I found it intriguing that the AI significantly condensed the paragraph you provided. However, I believe that some of the details from the second paragraph were omitted. I concur with your argument that AI can be helpful in certain areas of work, but it can also be detrimental to other aspects.
  • David's May 2, 18:08 comment on Your Hip – Your Head – Your Heart
    I agree with your point of view that there are some people who use AI as a tool for deceit instead of using it to improve their writing abilities and understanding. I admire the way you expressed that AI can be a source of inspiration, learning, and support for individuals of all ages, including students and adults who are looking for ways to improve the quality of their work by getting last-minute corrections, advice, or ideas. This emphasizes that AI has the potential to benefit people of all age groups, not just younger ones.
  • Jeffrey's May 2, 18:07 comment on Your Hip, Your Head, Your Heart Blurb.
    I agree. When given clear information about what you’re writing about, AI is a great assistant for improving your writing.
  • Justyn's May 2, 18:06 comment on Your Hip – Your Head – Your Heart
    I concur with your perspective that some individuals employ AI as a means of dishonesty rather than utilizing it to enhance their writing skills and knowledge. I appreciate how you articulated that AI can serve as a source of motivation, education, and assistance for both students and adults seeking last-minute revisions, tips, or ideas to enhance their work’s quality. This highlights the fact that AI can benefit people of all ages, not just youngsters.
  • Daniel's May 2, 18:06 comment on Your Hip – Your Head – Your Heart
    I agree with this perspective as there are those who resort to using AI as a means of deception, rather than a tool for learning or enhancing our writing skills. I admire the statement you made, “AI can provide inspiration, and instruction, and assist students and individuals in generating last-minute revisions, tips, or ideas to further refine their work.” This demonstrates that AI can benefit not just young people, but anyone who wishes to improve their writing.
  • Nazeerah's May 2, 18:05 comment on AUTHENTIC Takes on ARTIFICIAL Intelligence
    I fully agree with the fact that AI limits your creativity, you can definitely tell the difference between a human-written text and an AI-written text. I noticed the AI didn’t change much from the original writing and it just added some words as well as add “bigger” words to make the text sound more full. I think that your main point in the end was proven even just by this blub, AI is natural and it takes away the fun and creativity if writing.
  • Justyn's May 2, 18:03 comment on AI Blurb
    I concur with your viewpoint that AI has the potential to create new things by utilizing existing materials and that it can continue to evolve as long as it is given a starting point. However, I would suggest running your work through Grammarly as I noticed some errors in spelling and grammar. Nonetheless, I appreciate the image you have provided, it’s great!
  • Timothy's May 2, 18:03 comment on Long Division AI style
    Your confidence in stating that your piece will be the “best you’ll see” when it comes to AI is certainly inspiring. However, I’m pretty sure the post is supposed to also contain the original piece of writing in addition to the AI revised version. On a more positive note, your AI image is really interesting and I’m intrigued as to what prompts you used to generate it.
  • Daniel's May 2, 18:02 comment on The Help of AI
    I wanted to take a moment to express how much I enjoyed reading your analysis and summary of the themes in this book. Your writing is not only well-crafted, but your image is also connected with your writing in a very creative way. Your unique perspective on the power of language in Long Division is truly intriguing, and it has given me a whole new way of looking at the book. I appreciate how you took the time to highlight how language can be used to harm another person. Your insights have helped me see this novel in a new light, and I feel like I have a deeper understanding of its themes and messages because of your thoughtful analysis. Thank you for sharing your insights.
  • David's May 2, 18:01 comment on The Help of AI
    Your analysis and summary of the themes in the book were enjoyable to read. Your creativity was evident not just in your writing, but also in the way you presented your ideas. I found your perspective on the role of language in Long Division to be thought-provoking, as it highlighted how language can be a tool for causing harm. Your insights have given me a fresh perspective on the book.
  • Nazeerah's May 2, 17:59 comment on AI Blurb
    I definitely agree with using AI more like a tool instead of as a crutch to do work. I find it interesting that the AI didn’t really change much to your actual writing, it just made minor changes like in the structure. I honestly like the original before the AI made changes to the writing, it think that it feels more natural to read.
  • Tikvah's May 2, 17:59 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    I like how you highlighted specific details that highlight significant components that gave the book its identity. Instead of trying to explain it all at once and confusing us, you took your time to identify them and support them with evidence from other parts of the book. I also appreciated how you kept the theme understated while still including all of the crucial components that gave the character or book its distinctive flavor.
  • Esther Bahati's May 2, 17:57 comment on My thoughts on AI
    I love it when you said that “It’s not smarter than you. However, it can be a great assistant when given detailed information” because a lot of young people think they are not smart but AI only do the work base on what information they get from you, AI is just like a robot that you have to show what to do.
  • Timothy's May 2, 17:55 comment on AI Writing And Its Consequences
    I agree with you that AI-generated content often doesn’t accurately reflect the voice of the writer, however, I have to disagree with you in your statement that it shouldn’t be taught at schools. It has its uses for both students and teachers and while it isn’t the best when it comes to creating written content, it is very good at generating image content. I commend you on staying open to the opinions of others, as seen by your statement of “to each their own.”
  • Gavin's May 2, 17:54 comment on AI: Friend or Foe?
    I found it interesting that the AI greatly shortened the paragraph you inputted however I feel like it was missing some of the details on the second paragraph. I agree with your point about how they “assist” with work because while it helps in some aspects it also ruins other aspects
  • Nazeerah's May 2, 17:53 comment on The Help of AI
    It’s really interesting to see the interpretation by the AI of your comments and annotations on the book. The second interpretation names “The Power of Abuse” really stuck out to me and the AI actually made some really good points. “This quote highlights how words can be weaponized and used to inflict psychological damage on another person.” This quote specifically was one of my personal favorites and I think you can make a lot of real-life connections to the quote.
  • Gavin's May 2, 17:50 comment on AUTHENTIC Takes on ARTIFICIAL Intelligence
    I notice the similarity between the two paragraphs which shows that you have a solid point set into stone, however in some of the ways you mentioned it seemed to expand your creativity because as you said it takes your thoughts and writes them into a full essay which you can use to gather new ideas you didn’t think about. In the end I see the idea you’re trying to say because it’s not your words exactly, it’s just a computer’s words
  • Esther Bahati's May 2, 17:49 comment on Your Hip – Your Head – Your Heart
    I agree because now some people use AI as a way to cheat but not as a way to learn or grow in our writing. I love the way said that “AI can inspire, teach, and prepare students and adults who need that last-minute revision, tips, or ideas to improve their quality of work even further” This proves that not only young people can use it but can help everyone.
  • Timothy's May 2, 17:47 comment on Using AI youth voices
    I agree with you that AI is useful for making stuff with things that you’ve already created and that as long as you supply it with something, the AI can build off it. However, you may want to run your work through Grammarly, because I spotted some spelling and grammar errors. On a more positive note, I like your image.
  • Gavin's May 2, 17:45 comment on youth voices and AI
    I think you did a good job with the featured Image within the text however I do feel like you were a bit repetitive at some points like talking about how AI has benefitted you as a student and writer. In the end it was a good paragraph and at times was a bit relatable
  • Anisa's May 2, 14:47 comment on Long Division AI style
    I agree that Kiese Laymon’s “Long Division” is a powerful novel that addresses complex issues in American society through the character of City. The use of satire and social commentary is particularly effective in highlighting the hypocrisies and injustices of small-town life and the societal expectations that shape our perception of ourselves and others. City’s multifaceted character is relatable, and his resilience and willingness to confront difficult situations head on make him a compelling protagonist. Laymon’s exploration of race, dignity, and education in the American school system through the lens of City’s experiences is particularly thought-provoking, and the use of Maya Angelou’s quote adds another layer of depth to the novel. Overall, “Long Division” is a powerful novel that encourages readers to think critically about the social and cultural dynamics that shape their own communities.
  • Anisa's May 2, 14:45 comment on Themes of Long Division
    It’s fascinating to see how AI technology can assist in bringing together various thoughts and ideas to create a cohesive piece of writing.I also like how you highlight the importance of being specific with prompts and instructions to get the most out of AI technology. Although AI is becoming more popular and is the future, there is still a sense of discomfort when using it for essays, and some individuals prefer to use it for editing and revisions. However, as AI technology continues to develop and improve, it will undoubtedly become an invaluable tool in the world of writing and beyond.
  • Anisa's May 2, 14:41 comment on Long Divison comments into an essay.
    It’s great to hear that you found AI helpful in generating an essay that explores the distinctive themes of “Long Division” by Kiese Laymon. I agree with you that AI can be a valuable resource for certain tasks, especially in organizing and presenting large amounts of information. However, I also believe that the human touch is crucial in refining and personalizing the output generated by AI. As you mentioned, the use of literary devices, satire, and social/political commentary are key elements in the novel that help to shed light on the oppressive nature of racism and bigotry in modern America. The examples you provided from Now Comment demonstrate how Laymon’s use of satire, in particular, can effectively convey the insidious ways in which racism can be wielded as a tool of power and control.
  • Antasia's May 2, 14:37 comment on Meeting the Characters in “Long Division”
    So far in the novel, your description of the main characters and the main conflict is accurate and a good summary. Also, I believe you could delve deeper into the text and maybe more about AI and how it helped you through this process of reading Long Division. 
  • Antasia's May 2, 14:33 comment on The Help of AI
    I enjoyed reading how well you analyzed and summarized the themes in this book. Not even just your writing your image is also connected with your writing very creative of you. Your perspective on the power of language in Long Division is intriguing, and it has given me a new perspective on the book. I like how you mentioned how language can be used to harm another person.
  • Drew's May 2, 14:29 comment on Why AI is the Future
    I think an interesting point you made is that not only can you modify the result of the AI, but also input. The AI does need a lot of details in order to be effective, which I think makes it more interactive and specific. If you do end up putting vague instructions, you’re gonna get a vague answer. So, the AI really reflects the command of the user.
  • Antasia's May 2, 14:28 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    The process you went through to spot the different themes looks very thorough. The themes you provided were analyzed very well and you added many key details from the book. You provided evidence to support your observations as well as citing your information. The structure of your paragraphs was put together very well and have strong ideas to them. From this post, I get the sense that you are enjoying this book a lot and are understanding it and I like that.
  • Marlia's May 2, 14:27 comment on A dream that was deferred
    I agree, I just don’t think the military is a good fit for me. I’ve noticed the effects of it and can understand why someone may want to join or not want to.
  • Nejat's May 2, 14:26 comment on AI, The Future of Writing on New Levels
    Nicholas, It was really interesting how you stuck on how you used AI in the classroom and how it can have a positive impact. Something you can add is maybe putting in an example of your using AI, like work you did in the past for that class. I really enjoy reading how AI was a tool for you in class and in a way made your witing stronger and more powerful. 
  • Kaesy's May 2, 14:26 comment on The Help of AI
    Your approach to capturing the different themes in Long Division is direct and specific, I love that! Also, the citations really go together with your commentary and you do a good job of tying it back to your thoughts. You could even be more specific with your thoughts, by revising your repetitive language and providing new perspectives that revert to your beginning statement. Your examination really targets the main themes and I absolutely love how you end off with inquiry.
  • Saifeddine's May 2, 14:26 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    It seems like you are divided on the subject. On one hand, they find that AI can produce interesting and potentially useful art, but on the other hand, they find that it struggles to connect various pieces of information and can mix up details. The writer suggests that if AI could improve in terms of connecting details, it could create some interesting pieces of writing. However, until that happens, the writer believes that AI should be kept as a supplementary art tool at best. You also recognize the potential of AI to create interesting art. The negative comment would be that the writer feels that AI struggles to connect various pieces of information and therefore its usage for anything other than regurgitating facts is dubious at best.
  • Imani's May 2, 14:26 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    I understand what you mean. When we had an assignment before putting our comments into text, it didn’t put them all together; it broke it all up into different themes first and then with the information that falls under that theme. It is also sometimes repetitive and doesn’t track what was already said or used. I feel as though in society today, people should learn how to edit their own writing and information and not rely on technology that much. Even though the myth is that technology is the future, it could not be because we don’t know what the future has in store. I agree that it should be kept secret for a little bit to truly take time to work out all the kinks and issues in between.
  • Sole's May 2, 14:25 comment on How AI Has Helped Me
    I like how honest you were about AI and how you gave the pros and cons. One thing I would change is the output ai give to try and give it more info to get more detailed response
  • Isaiah's May 2, 14:24 comment on AI and Long Division
    Dear Sade, I highly respect your decision to not use AI for the purpose of it not reflecting your typical writing style. I commend you for taking this stance on the usage of AI because not only it tells everything from an objective standpoint, it also sucks the soul of your very writing. This is something I wanted to speak on AI since its inception, and that is the fact that no matter how hard you try, AI-generated art, whether in text or in imagery it will always be identifiable as soulless. I don’t want to speak on anyone, but I’ve seen a lot of AI generated posts and there is just some instinct that I have to identify an AI-generated post. They all have the same banter and flare across the board. It’s something I hate about this type of AI writing, it feels the same and severely skewers the level of originality of written works. Ultimately, you are not alone in dropping AI altogether because it doesn’t reflect the individuality of the writer itself. Alternatively, I really believe you should embark on an effort to characterize more of yourself in the writing. Play around with the tools of AI you have available, see if you can cross the seemingly impassable barrier of unoriginality!
  • Deja's May 2, 14:24 comment on The Help of AI
    I like how your image fits with your message and ideas about artificial intelligence, and I like how you said that AI supported your thoughts and helped you build your work to make it better than it was, rather than you letting AI do the work for you and only having a computer write your thoughts, I feel that it is more authentic, and I like how you gave AI a clear idea of the topics you want it to cover in order for it to put the words together for you.
  • Sian's May 2, 14:23 comment on Long Division Reimagined by AI
    Alexandria, I enjoyed reading your take on the book and I find it interesting to see different people’s takes on the reading. The quotes that were pulled from the book I feel were worth mentioning and they were definitely parts of the book that stood out. Not only did you include parts of the book that stood out but you also talked about the author’s writing style and brought everything together for an amazing book analysis.
  • Hayley Bartholomew-Lowery's May 2, 14:23 comment on The Help of AI
    Though it also requires careful consideration of the moral issues involved, the use of AI in image processing and manipulation has created exciting new opportunities for artistic expression and self-discovery.
  • Drew's May 2, 14:22 comment on AI Writing And Its Consequences
    I actually haven’t thought about the fact that AI doesn’t reflect the voice of the writer using it. That’s such a good point, but I do think that AI is very good at creating academic writing and ideas. You can always use the words or sentences that the AI generates, while including your own writer’s voice. I think AI can be lazy, but when not abused, it can be more resourceful than lazy.
  • Nejat's May 2, 14:22 comment on The Real World
    Salome, I agree with you that when using AI you always got what you were looking for and I really like how you add an example of you using AI. Something that can improve your comment is making it clear where you showing us the example. I wanted to put out that you using a quote for one of the examples of AI is a great way to show it works in many different methods.
  • Marlia's May 2, 14:21 comment on Is AI better than Us?
    I agree with your criticism of employing artificial intelligence to produce your essays. I also discovered an issue with the AI’s accuracy. Because of this, I believe there should be a lot of proofreading. One good aspect is that AI can generate ideas for you to build on and write about. To maximize AI’s efficiency, you must collaborate with it. I also like the title, which is quite catchy.
  • Naomi's May 2, 14:21 comment on AI vs Me
    I 100% agree with you AI can definitely miss the mark and does not pay attention to detail. How do you feel about AI in professional spaces? I also agree that young students should not be using AI.
  • Bouyagui's May 2, 14:21 comment on Rooted Racial/Gender Inequality
    This is a well-written and thought-provoking analysis of The 1619 Project, which highlights the mistreatment of black women during slavery and the institutionalized racism that persists in American society. The author stresses the importance of listening to the voices of black women and emotional storytelling to inspire change.
  • Makema's May 2, 14:19 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    Your statement strongly acknowledges both the potential and limitations of Al when it comes to language arts. While Al can generate interesting and potentially useful art, it can also struggle with connecting various pieces of information and replicating writing styles accurately. This highlights the importance of understanding the current capabilities and limitations of Al when using it as a tool for language arts. The statement also highlights the need for further improvements in Al technology before it can be used for more complex tasks such as creating pieces of writing that require a deeper understanding of context and details. However, it’s worth noting that Al is constantly evolving and improving, so it’s possible that it may become a more viable tool for language arts in the future. The statement also highlights the need for further improvements in Al technology before it can be used for more complex tasks such as creating pieces of writing that require a deeper understanding of context and details.
  • Maya's May 2, 14:19 comment on The Help of AI
    Your take on the power of language in Long Division is interesting and gave me a new view of the book. I like how you included how language can be weaponized against another person. I think one piece of advice would be to just include who says the quote so reader’s can have a clear understanding. Also I think that you AI picture was fitting to your theme of language well as language is what connects us to one another.
  • Saifeddine's May 2, 14:19 comment on AI vs My Writing
    I Love that you acknowledge the potential usefulness of AI in the classroom for certain tasks. The negative comment would be that the writer feels using AI to write essays is not a helpful tool for developing skills and may even promote cheating.
  • Deja's May 2, 14:19 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    I like how you accept that artificial intelligence (AI) may be able to produce work that is intriguing and potentially beneficial, but you also emphasize the difficulties it faces in linking and remembering facts as well as its inability to perfectly mimic human writers’ writing. This is how your perception of AI aligns with your ideas about it.
  • Sian's May 2, 14:19 comment on The Help of AI
    Your writing clearly analyzes three important factors of this book. I also like how you stated that AI helped you rather than doing the work for you. While AI puts the words together for you, you have to give it a solid outline of what you want it to talk about and I feel that you did a good job doing that.
  • Cydney's May 2, 14:18 comment on My thoughts on AI
    There is a common misconception that AI does absolutely everything for you. I do think that although you have to provide the bulk to the information, it does majority of the thinking for you. But, you’re right in saying it handpicks the best of what you’ve written and makes it better.
  • Nejat's May 2, 14:17 comment on The Help of AI
    Destiny I enjoy how you express satire as a language of power that is used to express emotions and thoughts creatively. I also like how you divided “Long Division into three main themes that spoke to you. Your post is strong on its own but something that could improve it would be changing the AI saying “destiny comment” to making it your writing. Lastly, I like how you choose themes and connections that relate to you not themes that are just there.
  • Hayley Bartholomew-Lowery's May 2, 14:16 comment on AI and Long Division
    Sade- I agree that AI can’t infuse personal connection to the writing. This makes the writing dull and there is no flow. Ai isn’t able to think to the extent that we do enough to make writing enjoyable, they only through words together to try to answer the question. I feel there would need to be a mix of personal essays and AI to write somewhat feasible writing.
  • Olasubomi's May 2, 14:16 comment on The Help of AI
    Great job on analyzing and summarizing the themes in this book. It’s always inspiring to see how literature can be used to explore complex issues such as the power of language, the impact of abuse, and the strength of resilience. Your thoughtful comments provide valuable insights into the text and demonstrate a deep understanding of its themes. Keep up the good work!
  • Imani's May 2, 14:16 comment on AI vs My Writing
    I understand the point of view you’re coming from, and I definitely think it’s valid. In the education system today, most kids are getting lower and lower test scores, and schools are seeing lower enrollment because kids aren’t finding the usefulness and fun in schools anymore, which is sad because years ago everybody was all happy to go and learn new things; now people will skip without even a second thought. Personally, I feel like AI is even iffier when it comes to grammar and punctuation because it is still wrong sometimes and will try to overcorrect the sentence, and then it doesn’t flow or sound right and messes up the flow of what’s being said. AI along with things in life in general, aren’t going to be perfect, but I do believe that we should learn how to properly edit our text ourselves so we can gain that knowledge and understanding.
  • Marlia's May 2, 14:15 comment on AI and Long Division
    I do believe it’s hard to make an assignment feel like mine when it goes through AI and becomes more robotic and less personal.
  • Deja's May 2, 14:15 comment on AI vs My Writing
    You make a very good point. I agree that artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to sap writers’ originality and that students may use it to accomplish assignments fast rather than carefully. Overall, the use of AI in the classroom is a hotly contested topic that largely depends on the individual user. While not everyone uses it with the same goals in mind, the majority of people do so successfully to advance their writing abilities and improve their grammar. It is up to each individual to choose whether they wish to use AI’s positive aspects or just use it as a convenient excuse.
  • Bouyagui's May 2, 14:15 comment on Uncovering the 1619 project!
    You had effectively demonstrated an understanding of the history of economic boycotts as a form of protest and provided a relevant example from the Civil Rights Movement. The analysis then shifts to the complex issue of fear and violence against Black men, which is rooted in systemic racism and perpetuated by media representations and the criminal justice system. The writer effectively conveys their emotional response to the issue and highlights the impact of social media in bringing attention to it. Overall, this is a thoughtful and well-written analysis that demonstrates a good understanding of the issue at hand.
  • Shanih's May 2, 14:14 comment on Long Division Reimagined by AI
    Well done on your Long Division analysis! Your organization is sound, and I like how you use you comments to support your arguments. Your examination of the three themes is profound and gives each one sufficient thought. Your examination of City’s worship of Shalaya particularly caught my attention since it sheds light on the nuanced dynamics of their connection. Your essay is a fantastic illustration of how AI may be a useful tool for writers, to sum up. Keep up the fantastic work and keep looking at ways to integrate AI into your writing process.
  • Sole's May 2, 14:14 comment on Long Division Reimagined by AI
    I really like how you talked about AI to get a well-formulated essay. I wish she were more elaborate with her feeling about youth voices. but I like how you spoke about AI and how it helped you.
  • Sian's May 2, 14:14 comment on AI and Long Division
    Mentioning that identity can change over time is an essential factor when analyzing the characters in this book. I like how this was incorporated into your writing. I feel that this writing was centered around the character’s personal image. Would there be a way to tie this writing into the general idea of the book? It was clear that the focus of this writing is the development of characters in the book and you do an amazing job analyzing your subject.
  • Ebenezer's May 2, 14:14 comment on Unravel the Mystery of Long Division!
    The essay offers interesting insights into the reasons behind Lavender’s grudge against City. It’s also engaging, as it maintains a sense of mystery throughout the text, making readers want to continue to uncover the answers. Although the AI writing is helpful, it is important to double-check the information to avoid any misleading content. Additionally, the AI-generated paragraphs seem to have a similar structure, which could be improved for better readability and flow. Lastly, some parts of the text might need further elaboration to provide a clearer understanding of the themes and motives of the characters.
  • Olasubomi's May 2, 14:13 comment on AI and Long Division
    Great analysis of the themes of identity, perception, and power in the text and how they relate to the characters. Your attention to detail and clear writing style make it easy to follow your thought process. Keep up the good work!
  • Cydney's May 2, 14:12 comment on Ai Inuiry
    I agree with the points made in this post. I think there’s a lot more room for criticism that could’ve been touched on in this post. “Practicing patience” is a huge part of working with this new AI system and a great point to touch on.
  • Sa’Qua's May 2, 14:12 comment on Long Divison comments into an essay.
    I like the picture and how you got into detail what you was talking about
  • Maryam's May 2, 14:12 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    I like how you acknowledge the potential benefits of AI in generating interesting and potentially useful art, but also express concern over its limitations in connecting and keeping track of details, and its inability to replicate their writing accurately.
  • Isaiah's May 2, 14:12 comment on AI vs Me
    Dear Justyn, I stand by your thoughts on AI in the levels of lower education. Kids have to start somewhere when it comes to being introduced to the world of creative and thoughtful writing. The worst thing to happen in the history of this practice is to have someone else, or something else do the work for you at such an early stage in a possible writing career. The reason why this is such a detrimental blow to our understanding of creative writing is that students will never truly know what it means to think like a writer. The unintended consequence of AI helping out younger students is that it develops their minds to think along the lines of a “prompter” rather than a writer. In the far future if AI is still allowed to grow at this rate, writers will not be “thinkers.” The competitive skill of actually writing will switch to how well and organized you can tell an AI to write something for you. Despite the prospect of this nightmare-educing reality, your words on AI hold monumental weight to them for this very reason. You should look towards efforts to effectively stop a transition to AI usage within the younger institutions of learning in order to put a early stop to this possible prospect.
  • Makema's May 2, 14:11 comment on The Help of AI
    The comment where you highlight the powerful impact of language on our emotions and well-being really interested me! Words can be used to build someone up or tear them down, and verbal abuse can be particularly damaging because it attacks a person’s sense of self-worth and identity. It’s important to recognize that words have the power to hurt and that we should use them carefully and responsibly. The second quote about the person ranting and using words to express their frustrations also emphasizes the importance of being mindful of the language we use. While it’s understandable to feel frustrated and want to express our emotions, we need to be careful not to harm others in the process. It’s possible to express our feelings in a constructive way that doesn’t involve verbal abuse or demeaning language. Your text truly highlights the impact of language on our lives and emphasizes the need to use words carefully and responsibly. Verbal abuse can cause deep psychological harm, and we should all strive to be mindful of the language we use and how it affects those around us. By being more aware of our words, we can create a more positive and supportive environment for ourselves And others 
  • Kaesy's May 2, 14:11 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    Your examination of the themes of Long Division is beautifully written and really addresses the main takeaways from the book. I enjoyed how you individually talked about each theme and provided textual evidence to support your observations. Citing more specific textual evidence that really represents your commentary, would elevate your writing even further. Overall, I agree with the themes discussed and even learned some new ones that I wasn’t aware of before.
  • Drew's May 2, 14:10 comment on Is AI better than Us?
    I agree with your criticism of using AI to write your essays. I also found a problem with the AI’s accuracy. I do think that due to this, there needs to be a lot of proofreading. One positive impact is that AI can provide ideas that you can use to build off of and write about. You need to work together with AI to maximize its efficiency. Also, the title is very attention-grabbing, I love it.
  • Bouyagui's May 2, 14:09 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    collin, you had provided a well-written analysis of the theme in the book of Long Division book 1, and provides an overview of what they are and gives an detail explaination of the themes with an introduction and a detail plot. I like how you give your understanding of what you read through your explanations. What could you do to improve your writing after reading
  • Shanih's May 2, 14:09 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    The importance of resilience discussed by the author really resonated with me, as it highlights how City is able to overcome his challenges through sheer determination and the support of those around him. This is a crucial lesson that inspires readers to draw on their own inner strength when faced with adversity. In terms of the essay’s structure, I found it to be well-organized and comprehensive in its examination of the book’s themes. The author’s use of textual evidence to bolster their arguments and provide a more nuanced understanding of the narrative is especially effective. Their writing style is clear and straightforward, and it is evident that they possess a deep understanding of the book and its themes. Overall, I found the essay to be an engaging and informative read.
  • Maya's May 2, 14:08 comment on Meeting the Characters in “Long Division”
    The way you described the main characters and the main conflict so far in the novel is accurate and a good summary of the first few pages. However, I think that you could dig deeper into the text and go in detail about competition being a possible theme in the novel. But, I think that your AI generate image is cool, it depicts what you explained in your comment well.
  • Darryl's May 2, 14:08 comment on The Real World
    I can tell your comments express your feelings greatly. The author’s way of creating work is unique and it seems like he doesn’t care about what he writes.
  • Cydney's May 2, 14:07 comment on The real Puppetry
    The language used in this post is very articulate and well thought out. Some of it feels like it lacks a genuine feeling to it like it feels like an AI written post. On the other hand, this further proves the point of what was written.
  • Fury's May 2, 14:07 comment on Is AI better than Us?
    I really liked how you commented on how AI is not always correct, and how you raised the question “Is AI better than Us?.” I think that’s an important question to consider. I also really like how you used the essay with the wrong author and title to show how AI is not always correct.
  • Naomi's May 2, 14:07 comment on What Stuck Out to AI?
    I enjoyed the essay a lot and loved how you tied in culture and satire. I think I would love to read about how AI impacts you and your classmates. I also like the way AI wrote the essay because I can still tell that your input and ideas flow through the writing.
  • Sanaa Carter's May 2, 14:07 comment on My take on AI Mojo
    That is what also occurred to me. When I used AI to produce an essay from my comments, it selected one of the ideas I gave and turned it into the subject of my whole essay. 
  • Hayley Bartholomew-Lowery's May 2, 14:07 comment on Themes of Long Division
    Faith- The image above gives me a great idea of your connection with the characters. The picture gives you an overall view of the book with infused with AI.
  • Makema's May 2, 14:06 comment on AI vs My Writing
    While it may seem like Al is doing all the work, it’s important to remember that Al tools are only as effective as the input they receive. Students still need to have a deep understanding of the topic they are writing about and need to provide the Al with quality content to work with. Additionally, using Al tools can help students learn new techniques and improve their writing skills. As for the point about using Al for grammar and presentation, this is an area where Al can be particularly useful. It can identify and correct grammatical errors, suggest alternative word choices, and even provide guidance on how to structure sentences and paragraphs for maximum impact. This can help students improve their writing skills and become more effective communicators. Overall, it’s important to recognize that Al tools have the potential to be valuable assets in the classroom, but they should not be seen as a replacement for human learning or as a shortcut to success. Instead, they should be used as a supplement to traditional learning methods to help students develop new skills and improve their performance.
  • Maryam's May 2, 14:05 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    It’s great to hear that you enjoyed reading Kiese Laymon’s “Book One” and found his exploration of themes such as identity, family, and resilience to be thought-provoking. It’s interesting to note how Laymon uses City’s experiences in Melahatchie to explore these themes and to encourage readers to reflect on their own identities, family relationships, and resilience. One aspect of the book that you highlighted is City’s struggle to understand his identity as a black man in a small Mississippi town. It’s interesting to consider how this struggle reflects the broader challenges that many people face in understanding their own identities, particularly when they are in unfamiliar or challenging environments. Laymon’s exploration of this theme highlights the complexity of identity and the ways in which it can be shaped by factors such as race, gender, class, and location.
  • Shanih's May 2, 14:04 comment on Long Divison comments into an essay.
    I could argue that the comment’s analysis of the book “Long Division” is perceptive and emphasizes the book’s major topics. A powerful weapon for examining race and identity is satire and social/political criticism, and Laymon’s deft use of literary methods helps to bring these topics to life. The book’s examination of this topic increases its relevance and effect. Racism is an issue that has to be addressed on a worldwide scale. Overall, the comment serves as a superb introduction to the book and offers a thorough discussion of its major concepts.
  • Saifeddine's May 2, 14:03 comment on The Themes Of Long Divison
    Your article provides a thorough overview of the major themes explored in Kiese Laymon’s “Book One,” specifically identity, family, and resilience. The analysis is well-structured and offers insightful observations on how Laymon develops these themes through the protagonist City’s experiences and interactions with the other characters. Furthermore, the article effectively integrates quotes from the book to support the discussion of each theme, highlighting specific moments in the text that illustrate the author’s ideas. The use of direct quotations lends credibility to the analysis and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the text. Overall, your article provides a compelling summary of the major themes in “Book One” and demonstrates a thoughtful engagement with the text.
  • Ebenezer's May 2, 14:03 comment on Themes of Long Division
    The introduction and epigraph sections provide a well-thought-out context for the analysis that follows. Your approach to using AI as a tool for your writing process is an interesting take and demonstrates your adaptability to new technologies. The analysis of the three themes—LaVander’s attitude towards City, Shalaya’s focus on the future, and City’s idolization of Shalaya—is insightful, showing a deep understanding of Kiese Laymon’s novel Long Division. There is room for improvement in the clarity and organization of your writing. It could be helpful to provide more specific examples from the text to support your analysis of the themes. Additionally, consider using transitions between your paragraphs and themes to create a smoother flow in your writing. Lastly, you may want to focus on LaVander’s speech patterns, as it is mentioned briefly but not fully explored in the analysis.Your conclusion does a great job of summarizing the themes and tying them back to the novel as a whole. It also effectively leaves the reader with questions to ponder as they continue to read the novel. Overall, your writing displays a genuine interest in the subject matter and an ability to think critically about the themes within the novel. Keep up the great work!
  • Fury's May 2, 14:02 comment on Themes of Long Division
    I really like your explanation of AI. I think it’s very intuitive and interesting. I like how you talk about how you would prefer writing your own essay and then using AI to add on revisions and such after you’re down because I feel the same way.
  • Sanaa Carter's May 2, 14:02 comment on Is AI better than Us?
    I agree, I dislike it when AI occasionally creates fake identities and situations. In response to your question, “Is AI better than us?” No, although I think it can be useful when creating images, I don’t really enjoy using it when writing essays. 
  • Olasubomi's May 2, 14:00 comment on Meeting the Characters in “Long Division”
    Your graphical illustration of a chess game captures my attention and does well as a visual metaphor for City and LaVander Peelers rivalry. I think you could express more of Citys nuanced character but overall a very concise summary of City.
  • Maya's May 2, 14:00 comment on Long Division portrays the legacy of slavery and its ongoing impact on American society
    I like that you picked out that Long Division touches upon the impacts of slavery and Jim Crow and how the effects of racism still influence people today. I’m curious about your views on how technology is depicted and used throughout the novel? I think readers would benefit more if you would have elaborated on the role of technology in racial stereotyping. But overall, I think that your post was well written, and I think that vocalized on the topic of systems being rigged based upon race, such as the spelling bee in the book.
  • Maryam's May 2, 14:00 comment on AI vs My Writing
    The use of AI in education is a topic of debate, and your post presents a valid opinion. While AI can automate certain tasks, such as writing essays, it does not necessarily contribute to the development of the student’s critical thinking and writing skills. Instead, it may encourage academic dishonesty and dependence on technology rather than personal effort. However, AI can be a useful tool for improving grammar and helping students identify errors in their writing. AI-powered software can provide instant feedback on grammar, spelling, and syntax, allowing students to correct mistakes and improve their writing skills. Additionally, AI can help students find better ways to present information and communicate their ideas effectively.
  • Kaesy's May 2, 13:58 comment on AI vs My Writing
    I understand where you’re coming from and it’s a very valid point. I agree that AI can take away creativity from writers and students may use it to complete an assignment quickly, rather than thoughtfully. Overall, the subject of AI in classrooms is very debatable and it really just depends on how one personally uses it. Not everyone has the same intention and most people effectively use it to improve their grammar and elevate their writing skills. AI has its pros and cons, it’s up to the person to decide whether they want to utilize the helpful aspect of AI or just want a scapegoat.
  • Ebenezer's May 2, 13:57 comment on The Help of AI
    Your analysis of the three themes in the text is well thought out and well-organized. You’ve effectively captured the essence of the Power of Language, the Impact of Abuse, and the Strength of Resilience. For future analyses, consider exploring the mystery you mention at the end regarding the speaker’s anger and their use of language. Delving deeper into the motivations and story behind the speaker’s emotions could add further depth and understanding to your analysis. Overall, your writing is clear, concise, and engaging. You’ve demonstrated a strong understanding of the themes present in the text and have effectively connected them to the reader’s comments. Keep up the great work in your future analyses!
  • Naomi's May 2, 13:57 comment on AI Writing And Its Consequences
    I completely agree, Ai makes students lazy, even though it can be helpful and convenient. It truly does depend on whos using AI and their intentions to do so. I would have loved to read more about your perspective on how AI impacts the quality of your work. Overall good analysis!
  • Sanaa Carter's May 2, 13:57 comment on AI and Long Division
    I agree. When I use AI I also feel as though it takes the more personal feel out of my writing. But I do think it’s helpful at certain times.
  • Isaiah's May 2, 13:56 comment on Themes of Long Division
    Dear Faith, Your analysis on AI as a tale of trial and error is immaculately accurate. You seem to characterize AI as a slightly annoyed teenager who will deliberately place things that are detrimental to the work simply because you didn’t specify the instructions to an absolute point. This was a common occurrence through my experience with using AI and I’m glad I’m not the only person running into this! To further analyze more, you elaborate from this post that the AI-altered essay refers to you in your full name as opposed to the 1st person. It should be commonplace practice that analysis essays are to be written in the 1st person, but you have to be considering the fact that AI takes into account of everything. Since you don’t tell it to speak in first person it’s going to “take advantage” of your own carelessness despite you yourself knowing that essays SHOULD be written in the 1st person. This dynamic of AI brews a love-hate relationship out of me, loving and hating it at the same time. AI’s ability to do wonderful things but backhand you for not telling it the most simplest, or implied instructions. Nonetheless, I really think you should expand more upon your odd interest in AI. You have some key points that can really brought up to the engineers behind the programming of Youth Voice’s AI in order to forge it into something greater!
  • Darryl's May 2, 13:55 comment on Thoughts on AI Usage
    I like your ai generated art. It is really interesting to me because I instantly think of all the questions people have about ai.
  • Fury's May 2, 13:55 comment on Long Division Reimagined by AI
    I really like your take on the book, and I agree with everything you said. I think that the way Laymon talks about double standards is very creative. His use of satire and irony is also very prominent throughout the book and discusses real-world problems that are also still very prominent in society today. I also really like the picture you generated
  • Darryl's May 2, 13:53 comment on Long Division Reimagined by AI
    I like how you used ai to generate your observations it did very well explaining your thoughts in a way I can understand.
  • David Zhang's Apr 30, 21:40 comment on AI vs My Writing
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  • Raniyah's Apr 12, 16:31 comment on Power & Perceptions of Gender
    This was well-written! I loved how you educated us about the history of women getting raped and how it has been happening to women for years and how it is affecting the world today! I also love how you ended it with how it will affect your decision not only as a woman but as a Black woman. I also enjoyed how you talked about Black Men being too advantaged in a different way during that time period. I’m relieved that you were able to dig into the history of the trauma that happened to us Black Women. I feel like our history is always hidden from us and you told the hidden truth very well! Great job!
  • Nico's Apr 10, 16:58 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    Hey! Your article was wonderful. I think what stuck with me the most of it was the High rates of rape and mortality among Black women and the objectification of their bodies reflecting ongoing societal issues. I think that was interesting and how that might compare to the rape rates of black men or white women. I think you also expanded on that topic with the following quote: “Black women have used their bodies to challenge dominant beauty standards and advocate for social and political change”. I think an article that could expand on that topic would be the following: https://www.ojp.gov/ncjrs/virtual-library/abstracts/effect-sexual-stratification-race-official-reactions-rape. Again your article was magnificent, I would just like to read more about this topic on your own eyes and writing. Thank you for your writing. I look forward to more of your writing because of how specific and detailed it was.
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    Daeja, I love this perspective you have brought forth. I too get very frustrated when I see another innocent African American man shot dead for no good reason. I find the story you shared of Mulatto to be extra heartbreaking, and I could tell you felt the same way. Nobody deserves what some of these people go through, yet African Americans face it every day. Here is another video about the 1619 project that I think you should see. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/the-1619-project-details-the-legacy-of-slavery-in-america
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    I really liked your essay, I loved how you were able to establish what the issue was and what in particular were the problems. I think my favorite part was that you mentioned what we could do today to help solve the problem, “This means acknowledging and addressing biases and stereotypes within oneself and one’s community, advocating for policy changes that support marginalized communities, and supporting and uplifting the voices and leadership of those most affected by systemic oppression.”. Your talk about how even something as arbitrary as joking about something with racial undertones helps to push systemic racism even if it is indirectly. For further reading, I attached an interview by the Harvard gazette which talks about solutions to racism in the United States. https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2021/02/social-psychologist-offers-key-to-ending-racism/
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    This is very well-written and important to know. it saddens me that there is still discrimination of race in marginalized groups still like the LGBTQ community. I feel like it’s important for more people to understand the expectations of black people and to work harder to break those expectations. I hope that we can all try to build together to end discrimination in all communities and not let race tear apart another cause.
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  • Luke's Mar 24, 18:40 comment on Power & Perceptions of Gender
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    it is just like the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which took place from 1955 to 1956, is one instance of pushing back through disruptive methods. African Americans in Montgomery, Alabama refused to board buses during this boycott in opposition to the unfair seating arrangements for Black people on public transportation. The bus companies’ earnings suffered significantly as a result, which ultimately compelled them to alter their practices and increase African Americans’ access to public transit. I feel like this display of group strength and calculated resistance opened the way for similar initiatives within civil rights movements across the country, ultimately leading to historic legal triumphs and societal transformations.
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    I agree, but in my opinion, men had a different expression from women because they had to worry about being killed because of their color. It is something that still happens when black men are afraid for their lives and family.
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    My thought was that to live in this world as a black person you have to basically have superpowers
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    How do you think we can stop the exploitation and suffer brung on Women in general and Women of color?
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    The word mullato also caught my attention! I wasn’t aware it was a slur and spoke about it in my essay as well, very interesting considering the singer.
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    Very detailed, very thoughtful
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    What changes do you think should be made so that black men won’t be painted to society as dangerous?
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  • Khayla's Mar 23, 22:56 comment on Power & Perceptions of Gender
    I concur with the abuse for you story’s point of view. What can we do to prevent individuals from being taken advantage of, in your opinion?
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 22:55 comment on This My Body Poem
    I I really like how this poem breaks the norms of gender and literature that can be applied to both males and females.
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 22:54 comment on Rocking with Gender and Justice
    I like that you talked about the event from 2020 to relate to the films.
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 22:53 comment on America On Trial
    This was really interesting and it almost felt like I could have read it from the book itself.
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:52 comment on America on trail
    This piece is very powerful, I also like the illustrations you chose for this writing. What were your thoughts when writing this? Did you connect to this writing on a deeper level?
  • Ombrayes's Mar 23, 22:52 comment on Women Mistreated historically
    I really like that you mention body shaming.
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 22:50 comment on What they hide
    Your writing is very interesting, I liked that you focused on something that isn’t taught in schools. What’s the context for this writing? Is this all written from your perspective?
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:50 comment on America Mock Trial
    Writing from this point of you must have been challenging but an experience nonetheless. what were your thoughts while writing this?
  • Ombrayes's Mar 23, 22:49 comment on Unite to Fight Systemic Racism!
    I really like how you call for unity to fight oppression.
  • Khayla's Mar 23, 22:48 comment on Unlock a Different Future
    I adore the way you introduced your article by emphasizing Black women. The song you inserted is also great because it perfectly complements your writing. After viewing and giving the project’s message some serious thought, would you use it as a tool to raise awareness? 
  • Ombrayes's Mar 23, 22:47 comment on Uncovering Oppression & Inspiring Action
    I love your picture but I wonder what made you choose that one?
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:47 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    The illustration really connected with the statement “America is breaking free”, was it hard writing from a different viewpoint? If so why?
  • Daeja's Mar 23, 22:46 comment on Discover the Impact of 1619
    I really like that you gave an optional solution to helping black women feel safer in the medical field by suggesting that we get more minorities working in the medical field. Do you think it would be beneficial for their to be a minority medical center that mainly focuses on people of colors health, similar to the idea of an HBCU?
  • Ombrayes's Mar 23, 22:46 comment on The Hidden Pages
    I really like your word choice and the music you chose for this.
  • Khayla's Mar 23, 22:41 comment on History and You
    I enjoyed your visual when looking at your ai artwork. I also like the video choice, I did something similar and had an ad of the 1619 project for the video choice
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 22:39 comment on America on trial
    I love how you stated a lot of facts throughout your writing. Where did you find the stats that you have?
  • Daeja's Mar 23, 22:39 comment on Understanding the 1619 Project
    I think that your last ending paragraph is the main question that we African Americans as a community should be focusing on. As much as we are discriminated, dominated and all together disrespected by other white people in the world, we are giving them the impression that this is normal behavior by not changing anything within ourselves. Would you agree that in order for things to change, the change must start with us?
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:37 comment on History and You
    The illustration is very empowering, the visuals in themselves speak a lot of volumes. I love the mention of Roe v. Wade, when this case gained a lot of news coverage the world fell silent. What were your reactions at that moment regarding the case?
  • Daeja's Mar 23, 22:33 comment on 1619 Project Analysis
    I think that all of your pictures really make a huge impact on your post, and they each perfectly relate to the topics that you have. I am really interested in the featured picture that you chose where it shows two black people as superhero’s, what made you choose that picture?
  • Daeja's Mar 23, 22:28 comment on The Hidden Pages
    I really like how you used a book as your cover photo. I feel like it depicts the overall message of how history can be brought up and come to life through pages. I also like your connection to how the language usage in the 1619 Project really makes a huge impact on the entire series.
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:28 comment on “Bleed The Same” (1619 Project)
    I like how you mentioned skin doesn’t equal superiority, these are prime examples of discrimination. How can we as people create change regarding the unfair privileges given to white people?
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 22:27 comment on America Mock Trial
    I would like to say sorry on behalf of my classmates. This assignment was clearly fiction, and I’m sorry that they did not see it that way. You wrote this piece very well and I praise you for that. Keep up the good work. But in all honesty, how do you feel about what’s happening in our country at the moment?
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:24 comment on Links between minorities and gender
    I like how you mentioned the common stereotypes made and forced on the genders, how do you think we can fight against these stereotypes?
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 22:20 comment on Understanding the 1619 Project
    I love your last line. I have been saying this for a while now. How do you think we should go about making sure our communities are treating each other right?
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:17 comment on America, what’s up with you?
    The illustrations for this post are really nice and I also like how you connected to the 1619 project on an emotional level. Your eagerness to be more vocal regarding these issues sparked my interest, moving forward in what ways will you advocate these systematic issues?
  • Jonnirah's Mar 23, 22:12 comment on Revolutionizing Our Understanding of History
    I like that you mentioned how the weaponizing of black men stems from how white men have used their privilege to discriminate against black men. This is very apparent in our current society, how can we as a community fight against this specific issue?
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 22:07 comment on “Emotions stirred by historical analysis.”
    While thinking about what we as a nation could do better, what do you feel our government should help black women during pregnancy?
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 22:03 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    This is very insightful. You formatted this beautifully. With this being, how do think we can fix some of the things you have talked about
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 21:58 comment on Generational Black Inequality
    This is very moving. While also being a woman of color, have you had any of your own unpleasant experiences with doctors
  • Sarah Levine's Mar 23, 21:47 comment on Emergent-AI Literacies are Expanding the Universe of Discourse: Reading and Annotating with AI “Thinking Partners”
    Thank you for posting this. I like the three roles – they make sense. The summarizer comments and question (“Do you understand the text? Tell me what you’re thinking about it”) are really interesting. I am curious about the range of student responses (anything from “I think I get it and ChatGPT seems okay.” Could be: “I think ChatGPT is …[with lots of details]”). I wonder also about questions like “What did I miss in my summary?” or “What would you add?” – that kind of thing. I’m also interested in the author question’s focus on “from the get-go” as opposed to a focus on “by the end.” It would be really cool to try both of those questions out to see if there are differences in responses or understandings. I’m also really curious to think about the author’s role and comments when it comes to reading literary texts. Love the Marxist lens. Thank you again! I haven’t been able to make the Wednesday meetings, but I am following all this cool work. I would love to join you as you design AI Thinking Partners.
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:46 comment on Putting America on trial
    I really loved this piece. Even though this is a fictional story, it’s something that could really happen in today’s society like it was nothing. I also really liked the picture you included. It’s very simple but emphasizes a lot!
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:39 comment on America on trial
    This was very well written. I like the picture you included to express your writing. This was a really deep read and was very different.
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:34 comment on America Mock Trial
    I found it interesting how you infused your piece with your personal opinions. It enhances the narrative and infuses your point of view with your personality…
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:27 comment on Gender, History, Literature, & You
    I loved how you talked about the things women had to suffer and still are going through today. I also appreciate that you pointed out the high mortality rates among black mothers and infants. Hearing this is just crazy and sad.
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 21:20 comment on american on trail
    How did you decide to write from a different point of view?
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:18 comment on Links between minorities and gender
    I like how you bought attention to more people needing to come together to make a change. I also liked how you talked about how men basically used women and how their worth was tied to their physical appearance. It’s sad but so true at the same time. Also, what’s Miscegenation?
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 21:15 comment on America on trial
    Have you also considered that another reason may be that it is hard to live after being an ex-con which causes people to fall back into their old ways?
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:10 comment on Unlock a Different Future
    I adore how you highlighted Black women at the outset of your piece. I also like the song you added because it’s really ties into your writing.
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:04 comment on Pride and Proud
    I enjoyed reading this post and it was nice how you focused on the LGBTQ+ community in your writing. I also really like the video that’s included.
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 21:02 comment on Putting America on trial
    Your take on putting America on trial was interesting to read. I liked that you connected the past and the present. The past is something we can’t escape. It’s crazy to wrap your head around the fact that people in society have worked against black people for 4oo years.
  • Zaid's Mar 23, 21:00 comment on Equality Not For All
    I like how detailed your response to the 1619 project is and I definitely agree with you on how hard it was to watch. I never heard of intersectionality before so this was really interesting.
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 20:53 comment on Putting America on trial
    Yes! the equal rights law are not enough to stop this madness
  • Daeja doctor's Mar 23, 20:20 comment on Perspectives within the 1619 Project
    A very strong argument you made was when talking about how fear was weaponized. What examples of this have you heard of or seen?
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 20:13 comment on Uncovering Roots of Systemic Racism
    I really liked the pictures you choose for everything
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 20:09 comment on Respect: Addressing Discrimination
    I agree that races may have their differences we one another mostly due to stereotypes that one may have heard
  • Daeja's Mar 23, 20:08 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    I think the fact that you brought up rape is really important and holds a lot of weight in this conversation! Most people choose to ignore the hypocrisy that went into laws against interracial relationships, and I think you did a really great job of bringing it to light.
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 20:06 comment on Women Mistreated historically
    “By focusing on gender stereotypes, the prevalence of stereotypes in popular culture, and the fear of being left out, we can begin to address the issue of body shaming. This has long been a problem in America, and it’s disheartening to see police using every minor infraction as an excuse to target black men. “ How do you think body shaming used in police brutality?
  • Seo's Mar 23, 19:46 comment on The 1619 Project’s Hidden Potential
    Yes, i do think that slavery patrol was indeed a horrible thing yet very large. I do think that you should have added to the “slave patrol”.
  • Majae's Mar 23, 19:43 comment on Black People, Not Property
    I enjoyed this piece, it was very detailed and carefully written. My favorite sentence “For many years our society blatantly applied a negative connotation to black people’s skin color; a thought process that the black community subconsciously adopted .” I’ve personally never thought it out like this, but it is true.
  • Jaiana's Mar 23, 19:41 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    I like how you mentioned women and the way color women are not being treated right
  • Emery's Mar 23, 19:41 comment on The 1619 Project’s Hidden Potential
    I wish you expanded on this idea of slavery patrol. Certain aspects of American history like that come up time and time again but my ignorance always amazes me. You’ve inspired me to watch the documentary if not for the knowledge then for the juicy controversy, so good job there my oh so pensive writer you. Cringe and admiration aside I really liked you writing, good job dude.
  • Akira's Mar 23, 19:39 comment on “Explore Gender Dynamics in The 1619 Project: A Critical Literature Review!”
    I love how this is formatted, this helps me truly understand what’s going on. It’s a great way to help others! I love this!
  • Kasim's Mar 23, 19:39 comment on The 1619 Project’s Hidden Potential
    I absolutely loved how you characterized slave patrol and how it did appear today. People who argue that the “justice” system isn’t racist, for example, should be aware of this fact. The ability to trace modern-day policing back to slave patrol can be applied to a variety of issues in society.
  • Akeem's Mar 23, 19:33 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    I like how you spoke on women especially color women and how they aren’t being  treated the correct way in medical care.
  • Antasia's Mar 23, 19:31 comment on America Mock Trial
    Being able to write in this racist pov was probably hard for you but I definitely give you props for this. I know it probably wasn’t easy, but how was it for you to write this?
  • Sa’Qua's Mar 23, 19:28 comment on Can We Breathe?
    I like the pictures that you use for this. I also like that you went into detail and you wrote a lot about.
  • Hajeer's Mar 23, 19:28 comment on Power & Perceptions of Gender
    I really liked your final words about how this history influences your choices as a young black woman. If i had to suggest anything it’d just be to add a bit more to it, all around it’s great work.
  • Imani R's Mar 23, 19:27 comment on Equality Not For All
    i liked how you informed in the beginning that it was hard to see what the african american people go through. i liked the information you added in the passage to back it up and adding some emotion to it also.
  • Nadia's Mar 23, 19:26 comment on Putting America on trial
    Very slay of you
  • Shanelle's Mar 23, 19:23 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    I  liked how the images you used spoke on how women of color in particular and the black people in general are in the chains with their arms up. Your post was very good descriptive and the choice of words were powerful. Great Work!!!
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 19:16 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    You have an interesting point of view on this topic, do you think your personal experience can make you biased?
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 19:13 comment on The Payback Challenge taught me that I need to sustain balance
    I enjoyed your writing, did you learn anything doing this challenge?
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 19:09 comment on Equality Not For All
    I like how you incorporated your information in, do you have an emotional connection to this topic?
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 19:07 comment on Our Struggle for Justice.
    I like your piece a lot, how could we change the kinds of doctors women of color get?
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 19:01 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    I retained a lot of information from your story thank you , what do the images you chose mean to you?
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 18:57 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    I strongly agree with you , why did you choose these photos specifically?
  • Yasir's Mar 23, 18:53 comment on Power & Perceptions of Gender
    I agree with the point of view of rape for you story. How do you think we could make it so less people get taken advantage of?
  • Salome's Mar 23, 18:23 comment on Understanding Racial and Gender Biases
    I would agree with the if someone is mixed they will never seen as white but always black, and also with the part about the women, women go through more when it comes to their health and in the healthcare world, i also like the picture and and how it seems so real
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 18:20 comment on The Payback Challenge taught me that I need to sustain balance
    I enjoyed your piece and what you learned from this challenge. It makes me want to learn more about the challenge and want to check it out myself
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 18:17 comment on This My Body Poem
    I like this poem and how it speaks on how to take care of our bodies.
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 18:16 comment on America Mock Trial
    your piece is well written, I like how you were able to adopt a mindset many would not agree with in order to bring your writing to life. well done.
  • Gianaki's Mar 23, 18:10 comment on America Mock Trial
    i apologize on behalf of my peers for the misunderstanding my b bro
  • Destine's Mar 23, 18:07 comment on America Mock Trial
    It’s quite intriguing how you adopted a racist’s point of view. Despite the fact that I completely disagree with the sentiments stated by your fictitious character, I must applaud you for having the courage to embrace their viewpoint. Your writing was very good and brought tolife.
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 18:07 comment on “I Feel Threatened”
    “Throughout the episode, I noticed that the speakers, especially Nikole Hannah-Jones, used a calm and informal tone. Despite the pain they experienced, there was no hostility in their voices when discussing what happened to them.” I think having a calm tone throughout the episodes were important it helped send the message better than if it were angry
  • Joelle's Mar 23, 18:07 comment on America Mock Trial
    I would like to apologize on behalf of my classmates and the SLABeeber community. I apologize for the hateful comments and for the misunderstanding of what you had to do this for this assignment
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 18:03 comment on Respect: Addressing Discrimination
    “As a nation, we must work towards healing and reconciling our differences. To do this, we must open up the conversation and allow people to express themselves by creating safe spaces for dialogue. I am committed to using my writing skills to contribute to spreading the message and making a difference.” i enjoyed reading this, this quote really stuck out to me
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 18:02 comment on America Mock Trial
    Your writing didn’t deserve the negative comments it received
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 18:00 comment on America Mock Trial
    I would like to apologize on behalf of SLA@Beeber and the comments that were made, and how it affected you.
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 17:56 comment on “Explore Gender Dynamics in The 1619 Project: A Critical Literature Review!”
    I had the same thoughts and feelings as you after seeing the 1619 project. Especially wondering about the many experiences black people have that go unheard of or is not talked about enough.
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 17:48 comment on Pride and Proud
    This was very well written. I like the video you included, it helps ties your thoughts and feelings together. Very well done
  • Salome's Mar 23, 17:47 comment on America Mock Trial
    I would say that even though this is a mock trial and not your own views I wouldn’t take your side because or come to agree with you, America needs to understand what they are doing to the African American people. But the way you had had deepen your character was amazing
  • Evan's Mar 23, 17:45 comment on America Mock Trial
    I would like to formally apologize on behalf of the SLA Beeber community for what has happened to you. We’re truly sorry for all the things that were said, but the fact that everyone thought that you were writing your true thoughts just goes to show how compelling and elegant your writing is. You were able to write from the perspective of a character with whom you share no real opinions or values with just goes to show talented you are. I hope you’ll take this opportunity to not be discouraged and improve upon your writing skills to make them even better.
  • Collin's Mar 23, 17:43 comment on America Mock Trial
    It’s quite intriguing how you adopted a racist’s point of view. While I do not agree at all with your crafted character’s remarks, I must admire you for being bold enough just to take on a fictional character’s view point.
  • Taylor's Mar 23, 17:41 comment on Equality Not For All
    I like the information you provided and the way you expressed your thoughts and opinions on the subject.
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 17:13 comment on Gender Within the 1619 Project
    Your reflections for both episodes were written very well. Your word choices and depth shows your connection and understanding to what you watched. You used quotes and brought up topics from the docuseries that I forgot about. What did you mean when you said “my sister and I are the sources of my dad’s greatest concern when it comes to interactions with law enforcement.”
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 17:03 comment on History and You
    Your ideas of how we can overcome stereotypes reminded me of the idea to “make space” or as Shirley Chisholm said, “if they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair”. I’m glad you brought it up because I forget about becoming doctors, teachers, etc. as a tactic.
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 16:43 comment on The 1619 Project’s Hidden Potential
    I liked that you wrote about slave patrol and how it looks today. I think the people who argue that the “justice” system isn’t racist etc. should hear this fact. The ability to trace back modern-day policing to slave patrol can be applied to many things in society.
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 15:40 comment on A Comprehensive Guide to Gender
    I like the videos and images that talk’s about gender
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 15:38 comment on Women Mistreated historically
    Women Mistreated historically I really like the title. I agree that in order to effect lasting change, we must all work together to address these racial concerns.
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 15:28 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    Your statement that “America is breaking free” is effectively expressed by the artwork, and I enjoy that.
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 15:25 comment on America on trial
    I like the image using the Black Panter is really good
  • Kaziyah's Mar 23, 13:59 comment on Respect: Addressing Discrimination
    “We must refuse to engage in the tactics of those who perpetuate racism and prejudice and take action to create safe spaces for dialogue to reconcile our differences.” I like this quote because it emphasizes how racism can easily be represented through different aspects that we may not realize.
  • Allison's Mar 23, 13:43 comment on The Hidden Pages
    I really appreciate how you involved a short description and explanation of the Billie Holiday song that you incorporated into your post. In fact, all media in your discussion is really reflective of your thoughts which is really nice! What did you put in as your prompt for the AI generator for your cover photo?
  • Allison's Mar 23, 13:40 comment on Unite to Fight Systemic Racism!
    You are the first person I have seen to expand on the geographical discussion of race/gender issues in the world, specifically America, which I think is very noteworthy and opens room for more discussion. Where else specifically have you seen examples of a discriminatory and unjust system being displayed since there is such an abundant amount of them?
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 13:37 comment on You’re not Colorblind, just blind
    Like other people pointed out, your title drew me in. Your “weaponizing pain” paragraph stuck with me the most. I think you described how fear is weaponized very well.
  • Allison's Mar 23, 13:34 comment on We are United as one
    The first thing that caught my attention was the cover art that you used, it is very enticing and creative so it brings attention to your writing. I also noticed that you included the use of poetry and language in your response which I haven’t seen many people do. How do you think black women’s use of poetry has challenged gender roles? Self-expression and reflection and emphasizing the need for change?
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 13:32 comment on America, what’s up with you?
    Your work is very visibly pleasing, and kept me reading
  • Suhailah's Mar 23, 13:23 comment on “Uncovering the Unspoken: 1619 Project”
    I loved that you pointed out that “collective action” is needed for change to happen. The way you formatted your writing flowed perfectly, which made it easy to follow. I can relate to the emotions you felt while watching the docuseries. Even though I know about the different issues, it doesn’t get easier to grasp whenever I’m reminded about them.
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 13:20 comment on America Mock Trial
    I like how you developed a character that obviously did not do any study before making any of his assertions.
  • Charlee's Mar 23, 13:19 comment on Uncovering The 1619 Project Writing
    I found your AI images really interesting and I like how you tied them back to gender and yourself, the incorporation of past for your audio also intrigued me as most are using songs for their audio but yours go into the deep depth of the overall message 1619 conveys.
  • Allison's Mar 23, 13:18 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    I like the way you formatted your thoughts/reactions in your discussion post and included all portions of the main points from the docuseries and the questions that went along with it. Your perspective on the issues that you talked about was really honorable. What do you think you could do to involve yourself and learn more about the issues mentioned in your post and in The 1619 Project?
  • Kaziyah's Mar 23, 13:18 comment on Black People, Not Property
    I love the picture and title. It highlights how much Black men are misunderstood.
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 13:18 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    I agree with everything you said about police brutality. how do you think we can prevent these things from happening?
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 13:17 comment on “Bleed The Same” (1619 Project)
    The woman in the art looks so real and the song has a really strong message
  • Nicholas's Mar 23, 13:16 comment on “Emotions stirred by historical analysis.”
    First I want to say, WOW, what a great title. I think you did a good job acknowledging how far we’ve come but how we must continue to push; knowing that progression is possible by looking at past events.
  • Kaziyah's Mar 23, 13:16 comment on You’re not Colorblind, just blind
    I love your title. It highlights how much people are blinded to the world and can’t see real issues when they are presented in front of them.
  • Charlee's Mar 23, 13:15 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    I like your take on feminism with all the connections in the theme of your song and overall, I did similar in mine and I found it interesting considering it’s for our gender class. Are there any stereotypes that you feel also affected your race in a similar instance?
  • Ombrayes's Mar 23, 13:15 comment on America On Trial
    This was a beautiful perspective.
  • Khayla's Mar 23, 13:14 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    I like the way your images really correspond with all of your ideas. I wonder what you put in AI to generate them.
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 13:12 comment on America, what’s up with you?
    I like the images to describe your paragraphs for each one
  • Allison's Mar 23, 13:12 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    It’s really amazing of you to include your own race and ethnic background while also sympathizing with victims of prolonged discrimination and unjust systems, it shows that you are very educated and in tune with the problems of minorities in communities in America. The quotes that you pulled from the docuseries also coincide well with the rest of your writing! Have you ever been involved or looked into any organizations you mentioned that support minorities oppressed by the system?
  • Ombrayes's Mar 23, 13:12 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    I completely agree with your thoughts. I love the images and the way you formatted your writing, it’s very easy to understand.
  • Chloe's Mar 23, 13:11 comment on “Uncovering the Unspoken: 1619 Project”
    I like how you made the connection with the “Hey Mama” reading
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 13:11 comment on Identity Influences Daily Life
    The art and the youtube video you chose really add emphasis to the points you included in the writing
  • Wylla's Mar 23, 13:10 comment on The Hidden Pages
    I agree with everything you said. How would you fix this? What steps Would you take to make a change?
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 13:09 comment on Identity Influences Daily Life
    I like how you point out that people’s experiences and viewpoints are still shaped by their gender and race to this day. In addition, people’s expectations may differ depending on their race.
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 13:09 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    The art went really well with your choice of audio, I can imagine that being the cover art to the song.
  • Nicholas's Mar 23, 13:07 comment on Perspectives within the 1619 Project
    What drawn me to your post was the feature image, I think it does a good job showing your perspective with not only the image, but your own personal experiences.
  • Kamya's Mar 23, 13:06 comment on “Uncovering the Unspoken: 1619 Project”
    Your AI-generated photos are so vivid and fitting to the overall post, good job.
  • Curtis's Mar 23, 13:04 comment on Links between minorities and gender
    I enjoy how incorporating important themes into the tale and guiding audiences to comprehend complex topics and experience a sense of connection and solidarity, effective storytelling has the capacity to inform, inspire, and bring people together.
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 11:55 comment on You’re not Colorblind, just blind
    Your title is unique. I like how it represents that people fail to see the issues that continue to go on in the world.
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 11:48 comment on Freedom And Liberty For All?
    I liked your description of episode 2. It’s not only a feeling of anger, but also fear.
  • Denis Pol's Mar 23, 11:36 comment on School Social Media Free Speech Case
    Interesting post. Although I studied at the school of social networks, I still don’t know a lot of things. But I have mastered the direction of creating videos, especially cosplay videos which was not an easy task. Social networks are something that cannot be dispensed with in the future. Therefore, the more knowledge in this area, the better.
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 10:46 comment on Persistently Resisting: Race as Binary
    It is a pain knowing you have to be careful in what you say around certain people because of the possibility of people using it against you, or being judged based off of your own opinion
  • Treymir's Mar 23, 10:30 comment on America, what’s up with you?
    I like that you decided to give background on what the 1619 project was, and gave explanations on each episode.
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:29 comment on How the White House plans to and has been addressing the immigration problem
    Your images and well-written explanation of this issue truly caught my eyes thank you for bringing this issue up.
  • Ryan's Mar 23, 06:25 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    I like that you said “America is breaking free” and the image well represents that.
  • Ryan's Mar 23, 06:21 comment on America Mock Trial
    I definitely commend you on being able to write a piece from a perspective that may not represent yours. Something that stood out to me is the statement “Jim Crow ended a long time ago, and I shouldn’t even need to start on anything else.” I think from the character’s perspective, or anyone for that matter, it is kind of an ignorant thing to say. Even though jim crow laws seem to be “over” it still affects black people today in a plethora of ways. Another statement that stood out to me was “Jim Crow is widely recognized as a gross violation of human rights and dignity. How can you compare what we’re doing to any of that?” Majority of the time these kinds of incidents stem from people’s rights and dignity being violated. Whether that’s an unjust traffic stop or a stop-and-frisk search with no reasoning.
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:21 comment on Why fighting corruption is key to addressing the world’s most pressing problems
    The way you brought up corruption in society was so well done. Do you think corruption can be caused by one person alone?
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:18 comment on Pushing Past Limits
    This was an incredible read thank you so much for having the courage to share it with us. Why do you think the image you chose really stood out?
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:16 comment on Understanding Racial and Gender Biases
    your image is a real eyecatcher!
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:14 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    Your cover image of a black woman in a superhero costume is very well illustrated and I think it really solidifies your writing very well.
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:10 comment on Learning 1619
    “Many of these are local social justice organizations, community-based groups, and advocacy groups focused on topics such as racial justice, gender equity, and environmental justice” This quote really stood out to me for many reasons and it make me want to unite with those in these groups
  • Daniel's Mar 23, 06:07 comment on Uncovering Oppression & Inspiring Action
    Your pictures are so inspiring and interesting as well why did they stand out to you in particular?
  • Ryan's Mar 23, 06:03 comment on Unmask the Path to Liberation
    ” It’s interesting how much white people had this obsession for black people, while at the same time showing so much hatred towards them.” This statement really stood out to me because I feel the same way. They love black people and hate us at the same time.
  • Ryan's Mar 23, 05:53 comment on 1619 Project Analysis
    “This disrespect and mistreatment are especially concerning given the historical context of oppression and systemic racism.” After reading your essay this stood out to me the most. As a black woman, it is scary to see how the history/legacy of oppression and racism is still affecting women, more specifically black women today.
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:48 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    I liked how you specified which parts of Africa each empire was from.
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:46 comment on America On Trial
    I liked how you talked about this from the perspective of Starr.
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:43 comment on America on trial
    I really like the image you selected.
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:41 comment on Black People, Not Property
    The title and AI photo are both very powerful.
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:39 comment on Understanding Racial and Gender Biases
    When people speak out against racial and gender inequality, why do you believe that many people who aren’t black women and men are unwilling to have those conversations?
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:33 comment on Can We End Racial Preconceptions?
    Even as people have made efforts, especially within the last 3 years to shed a light on racial inequality, there are still those who try to avoid any talk of race at all, most notably, people not of color. Where do you think that stubbornness comes from?
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:25 comment on History and You
    Do you think that colorism plays a factor in the resentment that some of the black community has for people who are black but also multi-racial?
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:18 comment on Perspectives within the 1619 Project
    I like your AI art as well as how you connected your own experience with police brutality through the 1619 project.
  • Jeffrey's Mar 23, 05:11 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    I really like the creativity of the title, what does the title mean to you?
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:35 comment on american on trail
    When you say America is on trial do you mean the Country of the United States as in everyone or just the people in the goverment branches
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:34 comment on america on trial
    I love how you connected a lot of info into your own life experience. do you think that people like you feel the same persecution
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:32 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    I love the map of the two Empires. Did these two share any culture at all between their passing?
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:29 comment on Can We End Racial Preconceptions?
    I really love the idea of how you split your post into questions but like as question from the assignment but in a new unique way that anwsers a vauge question I like it
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:27 comment on Pride and Proud
    Your reading is heavily influenced by your title.
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:26 comment on Perspectives within the 1619 Project
    Police brutallty is a unfortunatley still something that accures not that off in the US and so I like the fact that you included it.
  • Cydney's Mar 23, 03:25 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    Fascinating take on this topic. It was interesting to hear your point of view.
  • Jade's Mar 23, 03:24 comment on The Payback Challenge taught me that I need to sustain balance
    When I saw the title and featured image, I assumed that it’d be something about learning financial stability. That was completely wrong. I enjoyed reading about this and learning about the “Payback challenge.” I do wonder if this information will stick with me and others, who’ve read your piece, when we disperse into colleges and society.
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:24 comment on Power & Perceptions of Gender
    I Like how you focused on the idea or prevalence I think that’s a very strong idea to add to the blog.
  • Saifeddine's Mar 23, 03:22 comment on Equality Not For All
    I love the tons of information you provided in your post. I really like the way you shared your thoughts and feelings about the situation.
  • Cydney's Mar 23, 03:21 comment on America On Trial
    To follow up with the quote, “America is guilty” I completely agree. This nation doesn’t hold itself to the standards it holds it people to
  • Cydney's Mar 23, 03:17 comment on america on trial
    Lots of connections to your own life. Very great work.
  • Jade's Mar 23, 03:17 comment on My Body
    This poem resonated with me on a deeper level, growing up I was and still am insecure about my body. I never understood what the meaning was behind “my body is a temple,” I felt that due to my body not being like all of the other pretty girls that I saw growing up, this quote didn’t apply to me. I loved this so much!
  • Jade's Mar 23, 03:13 comment on Dying From My Past
    Hello, this was a wonderful story! The choice of location was different, you never really see people choose places like Chicago for stories like this. They seem to believe that living in cities like those means that you don’t have any type of issues regarding depression, suicidal thoughts, and other mental health issues. I really loved it!
  • Kaesy's Mar 23, 03:10 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    Very interesting and impactful image, what was you vision when creating this post?
  • Kaesy's Mar 23, 03:09 comment on America on trial
    I love how you took the approach of shedding light on an issue that is usually not discussed. The incarceration system is very flawed and you really brought attention to that. What inspired you to take this approach?
  • Kaesy's Mar 23, 03:06 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    Very interesting approach, defending something that you don’t believe is hard to do and you did good with backing up your claims. What were some challenges you faced while writing in this perspective?
  • Olasubomi's Mar 23, 03:00 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    This was an interesting take. I like the intent of this piece but think execution could be even better.
  • Kaesy's Mar 23, 02:56 comment on Reclaim the Legacy!
    Yes, promoting writings and organizations that provide unfiltered insight about our history is definitely a strategy to recognize the truth for what it is and create significant change in our society. If people don’t realize the severity of an issue or have no knowledge about the systematic oppression black people faced, they won’t be able to take the proper measures to act upon this. What are ways you can help and spread this information?
  • Olasubomi's Mar 23, 02:52 comment on America on trial
    I absolutely enjoyed reading this. You hit the nail on the head in breaking down the flawed incarceration system. I do agree that subjecting inmates to such a system does no help in rehabilitation but instead makes matter more complicated. .
  • Olasubomi's Mar 23, 02:46 comment on America Mock Trial
    First of all I would like to commend your attempt to approach this mock trial differently and for being brave to write this from a point of view that is not your own. The fictional opinion that your character expresses is utterly disappointing. His view is bereft of thorough and intellectual introspection to a point that it is almost importunate. You did a great job of creating a character who must not have put any effort into researching before making some of his claims! “We would never hurt anyone for their color, we have evolved as people and we know it’s horrible to kill anyone because of color.” Philando Castile? Daunte Wright? Manuel Ellis?.. Come on! There are too many documented evidence of contrary evidence that I wonder how your character came up with his conclusion. “When you’re in these types of neighborhoods as in low income ones which are sadly mainly black, it’s only human to react the way the officer did. This is simply because In the black community, there is a lot of drug abuse and gun violence” How does your character exonerate an officer for unlawfully ending a life on the basis of profiling a community? How did he ignore the officer’s incompetence and blame the victim solely? In hindsight, I do like that your character tried to defend the American system which I do agree has evolved over the century bu there is definitely enough room for improvement and the police brutality rate could be so much lower. The US leads the entire globe in the rate of police killings per 10 million residents at a staggering 33.5% rate in contrast to 9.8% of Canada in 2nd place.(https://www.statista.com/statistics/1124039/police-killings-rate-selected-countries/). Think about it.
  • Kaesy's Mar 23, 02:44 comment on Unlock a Different Future
    The negative stereotype that suggests black men are aggressive is definitely still present and I love how you brought attention to it. Black men were treated horribly and faced so much systemic oppression and they still do. Therefore going through life knowing people are targeting you, black people, specifically black men started arming themselves. They didn’t want to fear all their life, so they found ways to defend themselves. Society recognized this as aggressive when they were seen armed, however they don’t recognize society itself instilled this fear because they wouldn’t need a reason to be armed if they didn’t feel threatened. With this said, what are ways that people could fight against and end this stereotype?
  • Kaesy's Mar 23, 02:27 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    I 100% agree with you, it is necessary to have these discussions in order to educate and bring attention to issues that have been ignored and pushed aside for centuries. I seen that you said to create change you would also do something similar to the 1619 Project and talk, how would you go about this? For example, a podcast, organization, etc.
  • Olasubomi's Mar 23, 02:05 comment on Disparities of America
    This was very heavy read. Kudos on opening up enough to share very intricate information about your personal experiences in correlation to the documentary. Although, not in similar way to you, I do share similar fear of bringing in another being into this world in the future bearing in mind the sort of world we currently live in and the consequences of what being black in America entails. Looking towards the future, do you think legacy of power dynamics fostered by slavery would ever be overcome?
  • Olasubomi's Mar 23, 01:58 comment on Revolutionizing Our Understanding of History
    Beautiful composition and nice background music Alex. As you talked about being impacted by Christy’s unfortunate story, I would like to ask if you made any personal connection to her story?
  • Olasubomi's Mar 23, 01:53 comment on 1619 Project Analysis
    I really enjoyed your use of imagery to highlight different sections of your writing. One question I want to ask is how do you define modern-day slavery and by what metrics is it measured?
  • Hayley's Mar 23, 01:42 comment on The Payback Challenge taught me that I need to sustain balance
    I love this discussion and the information with the passion behind.
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 01:38 comment on America On Trial
    This was great to understand the point of view of someone who was there!
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 01:36 comment on America on trial
    Your picture is very pleasing.
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 01:36 comment on american on trail
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us. It’s refreshing to hear from a cop who treats everyone equally regardless of race. Your perspective on the shooting of Khalil and the importance of understanding the local community as a cop is valuable.
  • Hayley's Mar 23, 01:34 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    Love the layout of the picutres
  • Maya's Mar 23, 01:30 comment on Disparities of America
    I appreciate you vulnerability in this post for sharing about your own personal experiences. My question to you is have you ever been in the position where you had to encourage another Black woman to speak up for herself?
  • Tyray's Mar 23, 01:25 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    I like the pictures you added. They relate and add depth to the writing.
  • Hayley's Mar 23, 01:25 comment on America On Trial
    Omg! Literally love this book so much and the image you used speaks volumes.
  • Christopher S's Mar 23, 01:10 comment on America Mock Trial
    I understand this is a mock trial and that these views are not your own. The character you are pretending to be needs to be made aware that our city’s brutal policing is a by-product of something called “slave patrols,” which is very self-explanatory. After abolishing the Black Codes, policing is literally became way for black people to be systemically and physically attacked. There is a lot of information that doesn’t fully support your fictional character’s reasoning for supporting your country. For the sake of your time and mine, I just want to say that I’m impressed that you were able to show what racist perspective looks like. Hearing this fictional character express these views so confidently makes it clear what we have to join together and fight. Keep it up, kid.
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 01:06 comment on The Hidden Pages
    I agree with the author’s argument that “Strange Fruit” by Billie Holiday perfectly represents the spirit of the 1619 Project. The haunting melody and powerful lyrics of the song serve as a moving reminder of the injustices and atrocities that African Americans have faced throughout history.
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 01:04 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    I appreciate the thought-provoking insights that you shared on the 1619 Project and its significance. Your thoughtful reflections on the issues of healthcare disparities for pregnant women of color, police brutality, miscegenation, inequality for women, and prejudice against Black men shed light on the pressing need for a more just and equitable society
  • Maya's Mar 23, 01:04 comment on Respect: Addressing Discrimination
    I really like the first sentence that began with. I like how it’s straightforward and makes people think about their actions and how we can all actively contribute to racism. What are some of your suggestions on how we, as young people, can hold people accountable for racial problems we face today?
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 01:03 comment on Failure is part of your success.
    wowwwww, so powerful! usually people do think of failure and rejection as a bad thing when in reality those things make you a step closer to your success. but we shouldn’t ever have regrets. if you want it, go for it! very inspiring. thank you for this insight!
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 01:00 comment on Uncovering The 1619 Project Writing
    This was good to read and truly eye-opening for not just me but everyone who reads this.
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 01:00 comment on Hidden Emotions
    wow, this poem is so deep and I can relate to it. It’s easy, especially as a teenager, to hide your emotions and all you’re going through. But I’m happy to see that at the end of the poem you included that regardless of the dark place you’re in, you will get through it. That’s so powerful and inspiring to me. Great work!
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 00:58 comment on “Uncovering the Unspoken: 1619 Project”
    How can black communities come together to address the systemic racism and oppression that still exists in the United States, and what strategies can be used to build stronger, more equitable communities?
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 00:56 comment on This Is My Body
    This poem is very beautiful and I could relate to it as I am a tall, black girl as well. I love seeing tall, black girls show it off and recognize that there is nothing wrong with it!
  • Darryl's Mar 23, 00:56 comment on We are United as one
    It’s important to acknowledge and address the intersection of race and gender when discussing systemic racism. Discrimination against women of color is a unique form of oppression that needs to be recognized and dismantled. 
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 00:51 comment on Black History in the Now
    when you mentioned the phrase “dismissal of pain” I felt that whole heartedly because I feel like our voices have been getting dismissed for centuries after all we had to go through. Not only did that stick out to me, but your pictures are so beautiful. I interpreted the two pictures you put as black girl magic and to me it shows that we can do anything.
  • Majae's Mar 23, 00:48 comment on America Mock Trial
    This was for a grade. We had an objective and went with it.
  • BliT-z EliTe's Mar 23, 00:46 comment on America Mock Trial
    Let me present you with the facts your made-up character might need to consider: While Jim Crow laws may have officially ended, the United States has a long history of systemic racism that continues to impact people of color today. This includes issues such as unequal access to education, housing, and healthcare, as well as disproportionate rates of incarceration and police brutality against Black and Brown individuals.The shooting of a Black man by a police officer cannot simply be attributed to the fact that the community he lived in experiences high levels of drug abuse and gun violence. It is important to acknowledge the role that systemic racism plays in perpetuating these issues and to address the root causes rather than simply reacting to their symptoms.While it is true that poverty, unemployment, and lack of access to healthcare can contribute to drug abuse, it is important to note that these issues are not unique to the Black community. People of all races and ethnicities can experience these challenges, and it is unfair to stigmatize an entire group based on the actions of a few individuals.
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 00:45 comment on Uncovering The 1619 Project Writing
    I really enjoyed reading your post and the picture that stood out to me was the black and white picture of the mother holding her newborn. that spoke out to me in many different ways and it was deep to me.
  • Drew's Mar 23, 00:44 comment on The 1619 Project is: Truth
    I love that you are making connections between current events that weren’t mentioned in The 1619 Project. The current fight for abortion affects black women as well, and sometimes more due to accessibility.
  • Majae's Mar 23, 00:42 comment on Mock trial – America on trial
    Hello! This was made and posted for a grade. These are not my personal beliefs. This was made for a fake classroom trial.
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 00:42 comment on 1619 Project Analysis
    I think your pictures are very interesting and they stood out to me. I like how you drew attention to the mistreatment of black women. that stood out to me because I am a back girl, soon to be black woman in America and it’s important to recognize these things.
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:38 comment on america on trial
    I love the passion that you shared with us
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:38 comment on America on trial
    The System is very messed up and I liked how you shed light on it
  • Drew's Mar 23, 00:35 comment on Black People, Not Property
    I think your title slide beautifully relates to some of the themes in The 1619 Project. The layout of your post is visually pleasing and very orderly.
  • Hayley's Mar 23, 00:32 comment on Disparities of America
    I loved the images that you choose.
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:32 comment on America Mock Trial
    The character you made up says: “One of my officers has shot and killed a black man, for an unthoughtful decision he decided was smart to make.” As I’m sure you know, this sentence lacks basic common sense. How is an unthoughtful decision smart to make?
  • Jade's Mar 23, 00:32 comment on Black History in the Now
    First and foremost your featured image is BEAUTIFUL!! The music choice was also great, I like that your insight isn’t too wordy, it’s straight to the point, while still fulfilling the questions and details as if it were two pages long.
  • Drew's Mar 23, 00:31 comment on Unlock a Different Future
    I would love to acknowledge your recommendation to read feminist literature to understand how gender affects us. I think the language in this project is very intentional and impactful. When diving into feminist literature, you are sure to see that some message regarding gender are similar.
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:29 comment on Rooted Racial/Gender Inequality
    The addition of MLk’s speech was amazing
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:26 comment on “Bleed The Same” (1619 Project)
    The addition of Arabic is beautiful
  • Drew's Mar 23, 00:25 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    I think your title was great. I also think it’s very true to call The 1619 Project historical brilliance. Its brilliance is in its story-telling and its call to action.
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:25 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    What was the influence behind your title?
  • Hayley's Mar 23, 00:24 comment on Uncovering The 1619 Project Writing
    Good job with writing your essay and the pictures show what you’re discussing.
  • Jade's Mar 23, 00:24 comment on Freedom And Liberty For All?
    I clicked on your upload mainly because of the image, and after seeing your name, I thought this would be an interesting piece. I liked the part where you said “There is no feeling of sadness, in fact, but a feeling of an unlimited amount of anger.” I loved this part! We often separate emotions too much just to deny the title of one. People sometimes don’t want to say they’re “angry,” since they don’t want to believe that a comment or topic has too much of a hold on them. As you said anger stems from built-up sadness.
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:22 comment on Unlock a Different Future
    The lock and key is great symbolism
  • Drew's Mar 23, 00:21 comment on Pride and Proud
    I think it’s interesting and accurate to include the LGBTQ+ community in the conversation about gender. Even though they were barely mentioned in the project, they are still affected by gender and have unique perspectives on it.
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:20 comment on “Emotions stirred by historical analysis.”
    I like the title that you gave, it is powerful
  • Ayman's Mar 23, 00:19 comment on Our Struggle for Justice.
    I very much like your title and choice of audio
  • Ebenezer's Mar 23, 00:18 comment on You’re not Colorblind, just blind
    yes I one hundred percent believe that the black women who resisted white men and their attempts of dehumanization helped the movement of the black community. Every sign of resistance takes us out of the evil that white people have created. and for your second question I say yes, Women throughout history have been seen as one unit, but in reality a white woman’s experience is completely different from a black women’s perspectives so they are given a reward of resistance on top of their privilege without working.
  • Jade's Mar 23, 00:18 comment on Rooted Racial/Gender Inequality
    I really enjoyed the various images, as well as the attached video clip of MLK. When reading I was drawn to your mention of how black women were groomed and treated during slavery. This was also a topic I reflected on and touched on, so I 100% agreed.
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 00:15 comment on The Uncomfortable Truth of 1619
    What’s interesting to me is how you mentioned the word Mulatto. I never knew what that word meant but it kinda of makes sense to me now. I automatically thought of the celebrity “Mulatto” who is mixed and now I know why she calls herself that. I really enjoyed your pictures. they stood out to me and overall you did a great job.
  • Maya's Mar 23, 00:15 comment on The Payback Challenge taught me that I need to sustain balance
    It was very informative that you described how there must be a balance between work and relaxation. Do you have any suggestions on how to find this balance and still be able to achieve your goals?
  • Jade's Mar 23, 00:14 comment on Pride and Proud
    These were actually just extended responses to the questions that I answered, more or less from a more outside take rather than just looking into 1619, I did additional research to get more ideas.
  • Mason's Mar 23, 00:12 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    I like the layout of this post as well as the image it’s very interesting and different. I like the fact you bestowed on this post, pretty educational.
  • Anisa's Mar 23, 00:09 comment on “Uncovering the Unspoken: 1619 Project”
    Speaking about how people look at black men are feared really spoke out to me simply because I am surrounded by many black men, whether it be those in my family or my friends, and it scares me that something could happen to them just because they are black men in America. It is utterly disgusting. But I really enjoyed reading your post. It stood out to me in a lot of ways.
  • Christopher S's Mar 23, 00:08 comment on America on trial
    You did a great job conveying your message about the flaws of our incarceration system and how it is a cycle that makes it hard for people to step out of.
  • Jaylah's Mar 23, 00:04 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    I really loved this post. The image chosen was beautiful and I loved the colors used. The layout was also lovely and I thought this was well done.
  • Hayley's Mar 23, 00:02 comment on “Uncovering the Unspoken: 1619 Project”
    Loved you layout and the title because there are definitely topics that are not spoken about that need to be acknowledged.
  • Jaylah's Mar 23, 00:02 comment on american on trail
    I like the black and white picture . You wrote as you were being in the cop point of view which can allow me to somewhat understand. “ I still think the young man shouldn’t have moved because he should know how cops are.” can be a very biased statement.
  • Maya's Mar 23, 00:02 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    Your presentation was aesthetically pleasing to me. I’m wondering how the knowledge has you’ve gained from your research affected your views on African countries and the misinformation spread about them?
  • Mason's Mar 23, 00:02 comment on The Crucial Significance of Black History
    I like the piece of poetry you put into your post it was nice. I can definitely see what you mean when it comes to members of our own community playing out and being the stereotype that society has placed on us.
  • Amani's Mar 23, 00:02 comment on America On Trial
    Wow! this was very touching. I like how you wrote from the protagonist perspective! Grabbed my attention.
  • Amani's Mar 23, 00:00 comment on America on trial
    Your picture speaks volumes. “No Justice,No Peace”! Great Work!
  • Christopher S's Mar 23, 00:00 comment on america on trial
    DeVante, I appreciate you sharing your personal experience with us. I’m sorry you’ve experienced that, but I want to take the time to commend you for using this platform as a way to convey your perspective on police brutality and gun violence.
  • Hayley's Mar 22, 23:59 comment on We are United as one
    Good discussion about the stop and frisky because that is a topic that is often looked over.
  • Jaylah's Mar 22, 23:59 comment on America Mock Trial
    i enjoyed reading this fictional post in the first point of view. It allowed me to feel like i was listening to the conversation. I do agree with something your character when he says that the black communities has a high gun and drug rate, but is that a good enough reason to turn the problem onto the victims? The post was somewhat well written and I do not agree with what your character says!
  • Amani's Mar 22, 23:59 comment on America Mock Trial
    I commend you on your work. The image was intriguing.
  • Ayman's Mar 22, 23:59 comment on History and You
    Your pictures, and choice of videos are very nice, it goes very well with your discussion
  • Mason's Mar 22, 23:58 comment on “Explore Gender Dynamics in The 1619 Project: A Critical Literature Review!”
    In your emotional reactions paragraph, I can definitely agree with you when it comes to wondering about all the other injustices that have gone unheard of.
  • Abeer's Mar 22, 23:57 comment on America On Trial
    Excellent post; I liked The Hate You Give and the way you explained your viewpoint on the guilt of America. I also appreciated how you brought up the assumption that black guys are automatically viewed as violent due to their skin tone. What has reading this book changed for you regarding racism and inequality?
  • Ayman's Mar 22, 23:57 comment on Black People, Not Property
    Nice Title, and picture
  • Mason's Mar 22, 23:57 comment on Impact of the 1619 Project
    In your post, you talked a little more depth about abuse and brutality, so have you ever been a victim or been involved in any form of brutality?
  • Ayman's Mar 22, 23:56 comment on Can We End Racial Preconceptions?
    The Question as the title makes it more interesting, and also nice pictures
  • Amani's Mar 22, 23:55 comment on True Be Told
    The chosen pictures you included were breathtaking and opened my eyes on the various ways Black women have been mistreated and dehumanized in history and even today.
  • Esther's Mar 22, 23:55 comment on Ghana empire vs Songhai empire
    Amazing, this really nice that remains me of my country. I love the details there with pictures it really amazing. ‘ fabulous work’
  • Ayman's Mar 22, 23:55 comment on ” A Review of Historical Brilliance”
    I like your pictures, and choice of music, your title is also very attention grabbing
  • Mason's Mar 22, 23:54 comment on 1619 Project: The Truth of America
    I really like how your cover image depicts your writing so well as it related right to your statement “The 1619 Project has shined a spotlight on the strains of systemic oppression, discrimination, and violence against Black people and other minorities in the United States that have had a long-lasting impact on American history and society. “
  • Ayman's Mar 22, 23:53 comment on Perspectives within the 1619 Project
    Your Title draws a lot of attention to your reading
  • Maya's Mar 22, 23:53 comment on America On Trial
    Hi, I like the statement you used about the officer only seeing color. A lot of people today say they don’t see color or refuse to acknowledge racial inequities. A question for you that is have you read any other books that included a minority besides Black people experiencing racial violence or other injustices, and how did they impact you?
  • Christopher S's Mar 22, 23:53 comment on living black in the now
    I love the visuals and YouTube video that you used to convey the mood of your writing.
  • Esther's Mar 22, 23:53 comment on american on trail
    I really like this because it is deep and with the pictures it reminds me of things that have happened in 2020. ‘Nice work 👌’
  • Amani's Mar 22, 23:52 comment on Unmask the Path to Liberation
    Your title grasped my attention. It makes me want to read further. The video you included was breathtaking and opened my eyes on the various ways Black women have been mistreated and dehumanized in history and even today.
  • Mason's Mar 22, 23:51 comment on Disparities of America
    I truly understand and agree with your statement when putting things in your own perspectives in your post to show your own understanding of this topic. What was your thought process when picking your images?
  • Abeer's Mar 22, 23:51 comment on America on trial
    I really loved reading your post because it contained some insightful ideas. But how do you believe we could change this system?

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