About Observations In Blackness

Observations In Blackness is a literary offering curated by poet, essayist, educator and cultural critic, Donney Rose. With a creative and nuanced approach, Observations in Blackness tackles matters of race and culture through the lens of a Deep South-raised progressive Black man with a high interest in movements for social justice, history, politics, arts and entertainment.

Incorporating a variety of literary genres, along with audio and video content, Observations In Blackness aims to explore, interrogate and analyze the Black American experience by tapping into the pulse of discourse driving the culture, providing additional perspectives on what’s known and shining a light on ideas and truths and people that deserve to be foregrounded.

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People

Poet. Essayist. Kennedy Center Citizen Artist Fellow. Cultural Critic
Leslie D. Rose is a journalist, creative writer, and communications strategist. She often lends an advocacy lens to her cultural pieces, giving a charge to the audience while presenting a new view.