Summary

The article discusses the controversial statement made by sports journalist Jason Whitlock, who blamed the beating death of Tyre Nichols by five Black police officers on the poor supervision of single Black mothers, sparking a debate about accountability and the role of Black men in community violence.

Abstract

In the wake of Tyre Nichols' tragic death at the hands of five Black male officers, the conversation has been diverted by sports journalist Jason Whitlock, who placed blame on single Black mothers for the lack of supervision over their sons. This opinion has been met with criticism, particularly from singer Ciara, who engaged with Whitlock on Twitter, challenging his stance. The article argues that Whitlock's assertion is not only misguided but also diverts attention from the real issue of Black-on-Black violence and the responsibility of Black men in such incidents. It emphasizes that the problem lies with the actions of the officers involved and the systemic issues within law enforcement and the community. The piece calls for accountability among Black men and highlights the challenges faced by Black women who often have to fulfill multiple roles in the absence of fathers.

Opinions

Jason Whitlock's statement that the beating death of Tyre Nichols is due to poor supervision by single Black mothers is seen as ignorant and a deflection from the real issue.
The article underscores that the brutal beating and subsequent death of Nichols was at the hands of Black male officers, not Black women.
Ciara's response on Twitter is highlighted as a counterpoint to Whitlock's controversial claim, representing a voice of reason against victim-blaming.
The piece suggests that the concept of "absentee baby fathers" contributes to the challenges faced by Black women in raising sons alone.
The author believes that the responsibility for the violence lies with the individuals who committed the act and the systemic issues within the community, not with Black women.
The article posits that accountability within the Black community, particularly among Black men, is essential for addressing violence and brutality.
The author hints at a broader societal issue, implying that there is a dangerous game being played by shifting blame onto women for the actions of men.
The suggestion that Black women might consider distancing themselves from Black men as a response to Whitlock's argument is presented as a hyperbolic counter to his assertion, though not endorsed by the author.
The article concludes by reflecting on the fear and helplessness Tyre Nichols must have felt, emphasizing the human cost of such violence and the need for change.

We Can’t Blame This One On White Supremacy And Single Black Mothers

Singer Ciara responds on Twitter to Jason Whitlock about his reprehensible statement concerning Black women.

It’s a shame that a brutal beating that took the life of Tyre Nichols by five Black male officers, has turned the conversation to…Black women. If you are not familiar with the story, 29-year-old FedEx worker Tyre Nichols was pulled over for a “routine traffic stop”, then brutally, savagely beaten by five Black male officers, to which Nichols died three days later from those injuries.

I did not watch the video of the beating, and do not plan on watching it for obvious reasons, however Memphis police chief Cerelyn “CJ” Davis said herself that the cops appeared to be the aggressors, and what makes it worse is that they were part of a special unit she created to spread positivity and clean up neighborhoods.

This article is not about her though. It’s about what Jason Whitlock, a well-known sports journalist who said,

“This beating occurred because of the poor supervision of single Black women over their Black[sons]”

It was the ignorance heard ‘round the world.

We all know those were Black men in uniform that killed that young Black FedEx worker.

We know that Black on Black crime is a real thing. Gang violence in Black communities, is a real thing.

However, this GROWN Black man, who I assume has a brain, said that this brutality that unfortunately took the life of this young man, was a woman’s fault?

In what universe?

Ciara, chimed in:

To which Whitlock followed up with this:

Even still, as we shall see, Whitlock proves his own point.

Baby mamas are created by absentee baby fathers. Women were not designed to train a boy in the way a man should go. We are mothers who nurture and who can educate — but teaching how a man should be a man takes a bit of a miracle.

Let’s not forget that rearing children is done all on their own. Women, Black women in particular, are trying to be parents, leaders, mommy and daddy all at once. Sure, some things will “slip” under her radar or she does the best she can.

Meanwhile, this case is not about white cops/white people, white girls, or Black women.

It is about these five savages who thought it was a good idea to take a life that day.

Whitlock dropped the ball on a public platform when he steered the conversation to women. If we want to make a change in our communities, it begins with accountability, and so far the ones who are killing each other in droves, i.e. Black men, are constantly trying to skate around this simple truth.

If the women are to blame, why did Whitlock admit that “Black men refuse to treat each other in a human way?” He proved his own point.

He tells Ciara that [Black women] need to stop being delusional.

However, he is living in delusion if he thinks that women are repsonsible for this heinous crime.

A dangerous game is being played here.

I see it all unfolding. Those with a third eye open know what I mean…

This Grown Black man sat up on National television and said the demonic episodes we are seeing committed in our own communities, are because of the women.

So, if I were to say,

Let’s stop having sex with these men. Move on. Stop giving birth to them.”

Would that be appropriate enough?

I would never tell someone to not birth anyone or not marry anyone, etc., but if Black women were to counter Whitlock’s argument by agreeing with him, that would mean Black women would need to leave Black men alone — for good.

At the end of the day, this young man lost his life during a simple routine stop. What’s chilling is that the police chief said herself that the cops were aggressive, and the man was scared and ran away. Fight or flight took over because that young man realized he was now surrounded by demons.

Thoughts?

Thanks for reading!