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Hello I am a Black Man originally from Detroit, MI. I've been here over 20 years also.  My comments are:

 

1. We as an American people need to come together as one people to care, support and strengthen one another. We have too many enemies within and without the country for not to unify
2. It is very true the real issue is in regards to rich and poor and the disparity in economics with people of color suffering more statistically.
3. I believe it is up to each and every individual to stand for justice and overcome racism within industry, government, etc.
4. I especially like to say to my African American brothers and sisters to work towards unification within their own families. My Mom says that charity starts at home and then spreads abroad.

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Thank you for answering my question. I believe that is good advice. I find myself telling stories about my youth, for example in Jr. High School I ran into the gym during gym class in my underware not realizing it for the first 5 or 10 minutes, shooting the ball running and having fun while everyone was laughing at me and a classmate finally got frustrated and told me I didn't have my shorts on. Hopefully my wife and I will go to Detroit this summer and I will surely follow your advice. Thanks again!

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Hello My name is Quincy I grew up in Detroit in the Brewster Projects the first 6 years of my life, then Highland Park and finally the NW side. My Mom is originally from Mississippi and my Dad from Tennessee. I want to write a book about my Mom and her raising six of her own children and 3 of my stepfathers, as well as my childhood. I am having a difficult time getting started although I've had several writing courses in college. Can you please give me your best advice on getting started writing a book of this nature and how to remain consistent until the book is finished. I also live in the Northwest. THANK YOU!

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