PUBLISHER’S L E T T E R
It’s not always easy to vocalize our beliefs
but when we do, there always seems to
be a sense of freedom, expression and
sometimes relief that our voices are heard.
In a world of cyber bullying and what we
at MADE like to call “thumb thugging,”
smart phone keypads are becoming tools of
modern-day activism instead of traditional
rallying, marching and even voting. This
begs the question: In this ever-changing
technology-driven society, is it still as
important to vocally express our opinions
and beliefs, or is it more effective to post
our opinions on social media and other
digital channels?
KRIS D. WILLIAMS
To genuinely
understand
another person with
an opposing view
opens doors to
discovery, healing
and growth.”
I believe a mix of both is required to
influence and ultimately lead the masses.
Regardless if you do or do not agree with
their stances on certain subjects, individuals
like Angela Rye and Charlamagne Tha
God are great examples of exercising their
voices to inspire change and influence our
culture. Their unapologetic, unwavering
positions on topics they care about can
challenge opponents to rethink things and
react differently. To genuinely understand
another person with an opposing view
opens doors to discovery, healing and
growth.
One thing I do know is that our calling
while on earth is to leave the world better
than we found it. To achieve this large fete
it takes the ability to actively exercise our
freedom of speech and expression in times
of discomfort and controversy. I hope you
are enlightened by the voices that exude
from the pages of this issue.
Kris
Cheers,
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