kimberly r. drew 

@somethingisaw
author of "something i saw," a daily art newsletter | co-editor of “black futures” with j wortham | author of "this is what i know about art"
Thank you Nikki, Thank you Quincy

Everything you suspect about racism in healthcare is true.

Legacy: A Black Physician Reckons with Racism in Medicine

“I don’t believe in writer’s block. I only believe in fear. And you can be afraid and still write something.” — Melissa Febos, Body Work

In case you missed it, my most recent essay was about why electing Donald Trump again would harm disabled people. If you have a disability — or know and love someone who does — please read & share… And don’t forget to VOTE on November 5th! 🗳️♿🇺🇸

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In this edition of Something I Saw, I'm looking at the work of photographer Paul Graham. I also wanted to share that proceeds from this month's subscriptions will be going to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts by Hood Huggers International, a Black organization based in WNC.

Paul Graham

Opportunity: The Fresh Voices Fellowship at Epiphany Magazine (where I serve as Poetry Editor) supports one emerging Black, Indigenous, Latinx, Asian, or other writer of color who does not have an MFA in creative writing nor an advanced English degree (MA, PhD), and is not currently enrolled in a degree-granting program.

Hi, hello, I saw something worth sharing!

This reminds that I want to share a revised version of my course on Black Feminism and horror. ✍️🏽

Anyone who may be listening to the Candyman podcast (linked in my latest post), I wanted to share Steve Bogira’s amazing and insightful article for the Chicago Reader that is often referenced in the show: