The Reality of Raising African-American Boys in America (Single Mothers)

Every family must deal with some unfairness that parents, despite our best intentions, cannot set aside for our children. Fathers must send their daughters into the gaze of a world of uncouth men. Parents of children with special needs deal with the harsh realities of a world not built for their children. Often, children facing such unfairness grow up and become promoters of real justice. Perhaps there's a solace there. For now, we watch the news and struggle to find the right words to explain what it all means to our sons and to ourselves.