The young black male is dying at an alarming rate in the streets of urban America. If we aren't attending their funerals we're visiting them in jails at an even higher rate. Nearly 23 percent of all young Black men ages 16 to 24 who have dropped out of high school are in jail, prison, or a juvenile justice institution in America, according to a report released by the National Coalition. Dropouts become incarcerated at a shocking rate: 23 of every 100 young Black male dropouts were in jail on any given day in 2006-07 compared to only 6 to 7 of every 100 Asian, Hispanic or White dropouts. Now that doesn’t mean that blacks are committing crimes at a higher rate. They are just more likely to be convicted for any number of reasons.
With that being said, I was completely blown away by the way by how Landon Collins, a five star recruit and the No. 1 Safety in all of America, mother reacted to his decision to attend the University of Alabama on national television this week. She was obviously disappointed in his choice because she wanted him to attend LSU instead. That's not uncommon for a parent to want their child to go to a different school. However, his mother embarrassed him on national television as she disapproved of his choice. That’s a conversation that you have at the crib.
As she sat next to him during the biggest moment of his life all she could do was this? "I felt like LSU was a better place for him to be", his mother said. Then she began to chant, I might add, "LSU number one! Go Tigers!" What? There are kids in his own neighborhood that won't see their 18th birthday bruh and she's trippin' over what school he chose and did it on national television?
With that being said, I was completely blown away by the way by how Landon Collins, a five star recruit and the No. 1 Safety in all of America, mother reacted to his decision to attend the University of Alabama on national television this week. She was obviously disappointed in his choice because she wanted him to attend LSU instead. That's not uncommon for a parent to want their child to go to a different school. However, his mother embarrassed him on national television as she disapproved of his choice. That’s a conversation that you have at the crib.
As she sat next to him during the biggest moment of his life all she could do was this? "I felt like LSU was a better place for him to be", his mother said. Then she began to chant, I might add, "LSU number one! Go Tigers!" What? There are kids in his own neighborhood that won't see their 18th birthday bruh and she's trippin' over what school he chose and did it on national television?
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He's the best safety in America! Do you realize how many kids are playing high school football in this country and for him to be the very best is mind blowing to say the least? Not only has he made it through the war zone he's the No. 7 player overall in America!!! Collins is from Geismar, La. which is essentially New Orleans! There were land mines set daily for this kid that he easily could have stepped on at any moment.
The pressure of gangs, drugs and money was all around him 24 hours a day and yet he has an opportunity to go to college for free and all his mother could do was embarrass him in front of the world making a spectacle of him on the internet? Let's keep it real or all the way 100 and since they both showed up at the same time, I'm going for it. His mom looked like she was his older sister. So she clearly understands the struggles that it takes to raise a kid as a youngster. In order to get the boy to this level is an amazing accomplishment on her part. She should have been overjoyed that he’s doing big things and had the grades to even go to college!
What freaking difference does it make whether he goes to Alabama or LSU? There's no difference in the programs. They both are playing for the national title on Monday and they both are giving away degrees if you're willing to earn one. Now let's keep it real, if he's the No.1 safety in the land now, he'll probably be at Bama for 3 years and bounce to the NFL to make millions. Either way momma is taken care of. So why act a fool on your son on national television when he easily could have been dead or in jail?
Holla At Ya Boy!
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Thank you! I was thinking the same exact thing. The fact they're from NO is why she wants him at LSU. It's closer and she keep trying to baby him. If she'd open up her eyes and see that the actions she's taking is what may be pushing him aw...ay.
ReplyDeleteAnd to keep it all the way 100, that's what happens when single moms(assuming cause I didn't see a Dad) try to treat the oldest boy like their husbands, all hurt he don't wanna spend time at home anymore. Feel sorry for him when he bring his girlfriend home from college, she gonna act a fool then too... SMH
She had to be getting something under the table from LSU. When he goes to the league, Lord willing, she would be on punishment for 3 years. Sad day for that young man. For him to make that big of a decision and mom not support him is ludicrous. I'm pissed. At the same time, I thank God for wisdom. She has none!
ReplyDeleteBrother your review of this situation is excellent. You've said what many of us think!
ReplyDeleteShe was wrong for that. At the end of the day he is getting a free education something that a lot of us working people can't really afford these days. Moma always told us don't air out your dirty laundry. She needs to be checked because you have to respect his decision, he is that one that has to live through. That is a true meaning how a joyous occasion can go sour instantly. She should be embarassed. I am sure Les Miles is glad he chose Alabama based on the way his mom acted.
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