Blackness Quote by Baratunde Thurston

“Knowing that "me" is inextricably linked to blackness, [I try to enjoy] the process of expanding beyond the expected boundaries set by existing culture, norms and media.” quote by Baratunde Thurston — Download Open image

“Knowing that "me" is inextricably linked to blackness, [I try to enjoy] the process of expanding beyond the expected boundaries set by existing culture, norms and media.”

Baratunde Thurston

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