People often ask me what it is like to be a black reporter covering Trump’s America. I honestly don’t fully know because I’ve never been white, so I have little to compare it with. But I’ve found, for me, it is more an advantage than a disadvantage #GreatMomentsInReporting
In such a polarizing time, a lot of people want to explain why their views about America should not be discounted or rejected simply because they are racist, even if most folks who live in Washington would reject them as such. #GreatMomentsInReporting
I’ve been struck by how many white people want to discuss race and racism with me, without me even asking. I’m some times the first black person they’ve had in their homes, and the first one they’ve had deep conversation with about this stuff. #GreatMomentsInReporting
Many relish the opportunity. I do too. I love learning about this vast, complicated country , in which the only thing that really ties us is the we were taught that we live in a land of unparalleled opportunity. #GreatMomentsInReporting
Anyway, I mostly post of the #GreatMomentsInReporting on Facebook and Instagram. Follow along with me as I journey through America.
Share this Scrolly Tale with your friends.
A Scrolly Tale is a new way to read Twitter threads with a more visually immersive experience.
Discover more beautiful Scrolly Tales like this.