Although the death of Freddie Gray happened over two months ago, on April 19th, 2015, the tragic event and the riots which followed are a result of deeper problems in human and United States history. We don't claim to have the answers to these substantial and systemic issues, but we ardently believe they are worthy of discussion, however uncomfortable or difficult that may be. This week, we welcome resident of Baltimore, Joe Walsh, to engage in this conversation in the pursuit of further understanding. As always, we hope ours are not the only voices in this discourse. Please feel free to share your thoughts with us.

Further Reading:

The Atlantic, "Nonviolence as Compliance"

The Huffington Post, "Mortal Men and the City of Baltimore"

Black America Web, "Did Mainstream Media Focus On Violence Instead Of Peaceful Protests In Baltimore?"

Countercurrent News, Media Deliberately Covering-Up 10,000-Strong Peaceful Protests on the Streets of Baltimore

Mic, "One Tweet Shows the Hypocrisy of the Media's Reaction to Riots in Baltimore"

TIME, "The Balitmore Riots Cost an Estimated $9 Million in Damages"