Anthony Kelley

Looking Forward by Looking Back

Looking back on my time writing for Spectator, I am saddened by the mostly vicious and unintelligent attacks that have been directed at me. In the discussion that follows, I will attempt to clarify and expound upon a couple of particularly contentious points I have written about in the past.

By Anthony Kelley | Dec 2 09:43 am ET

A Change Is Gonna Come

President-elect Barack Obama will take his oath of office in 63 days, becoming the 44th president of the United States of America. There are those who will claim that because the U.S.

By Anthony Kelley | Nov 17 07:50 pm ET

Toward an Epistemic Account of White Privilege

In the context of obvious white supremacy, the privileges and immunities associated with whiteness are undeniable.

By Anthony Kelley | Oct 20 08:26 pm ET

Is Barack Obama Black Enough?

To most, this question will appear absurd, and without the proper understanding, it ought to appear that way.

By Anthony Kelley | Oct 6 07:43 pm ET

Seeking and Finding a Democratic Education

Education is the practice of freedom, and freedom is the practice of our hearts.

By Anthony Kelley | Sep 22 09:25 pm ET

In Defense of Radical Politics

To engage in radical politics is to risk estrangement from the very community which that politics is devoted to serving.

By Anthony Kelley | Sep 8 10:31 pm ET

Doing the Work of Love

Every Friday, about 30 Columbia-affiliated folks go to Rikers Island to teach imprisoned youth, strategically using an arts-based curriculum to further both their own and their students’ liberation

By Anthony Kelley | Apr 21 10:59 pm ET

Confronting Prejudice in the Wake of Tragedy

A hasty glance at the Bwog on Saturday evening disrupted what promised to be a normal day.

By Anthony Kelley | Apr 7 08:44 pm ET

Finding the Strength to Voice Rage

I feel rage. When I walk through campus and have to move out of some white people’s way because they seem to think they own the place, I feel rage.

By Anthony Kelley | Mar 24 09:04 pm ET

Is Professor Constantine Guilty of Plagiarism?

I do not know.

By Anthony Kelley | Mar 3 08:11 pm ET

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