Easter: Rebirth & Renewal
By N Oji Mzilikazi
April 5, 2012
(Originally published in the Montreal Community Contact Volume 22, Number 06)
…Here’s hoping the spirit of renewal and revitalization that marks Spring manifest in personal betterment, better family dynamics and community involvement.
Happy Easter!
Renewed Culture Wars Against Hip Hop – The Black Matrix
By N Oji Mzilikazi
March 22, 2012
(Originally published in the Montreal Community Contact Volume 22, Number 05)
The Montreal Gazette of March 21 carried the article: “Pointe Claire bar agrees to ban hip hop and rap in order to get back liquor licence.” Though it came from the Régie des alcools, the hand of the police was all over it…
Afro Indo Unity: Can The Ganges Ever Meet The Nile? Conclusion
By N Oji Mzilikazi
March 22, 2012
(Originally published in the Montreal Community Contact Volume 22, Number 05)
History informs. The past laid the foundation for personal, even national character, attitudes and dynamics.
The study of the past enlightens. It opens the door to understanding root causes of both the current positives and or negatives of a people, the society or conflict. It allows us to come to terms with ourselves, positions one to eliminate misconceptions, put things in perspective, demystify and quite possibly reduce bias and prejudice…
Mayor Gerald Tremblay’s S/t/o/r/m Troopers
By N Oji Mzilikazi
March 8, 2012
(Originally published in the Montreal Community Contact Volume 22, Number 04)
On February 27, I was on the 165 Bus heading south – rush hour – shortly after 17h30, when it was stopped, boarded by three STM (La Société de transport de Montréal) inspectors; two males and a female. After barking out of instructions, they preceded to verify the electronic correspondence of all its commuters.
I’ve exited quite a few metro trains during rush hour and along with fellow travellers, confronted by a phalanx of inspectors verifying the correspondence of all debarking passengers. It’s no fun encountering inspectors blocking entrances and exits for fare and in some cases ID inspection, when running late or hustling to catch a bus…
Black History Month: Effective leadership
By N Oji Mzilikazi
February 9, 2012
(Originally published in the Montreal Community Contact Volume 22, Number 03)
Law & Disorder: Police as Thieves
By N Oji Mzilikazi
January 26, 2012
(Originally published in the Montreal Community Contact Volume 22, Number 02)
Law, respect for rules, order, and justice are the pillars upon which a society is able to maintain social stability and a good quality of life. When it comes to criminality by law enforcement officials, the justice system is all too willing to go easy on cops…