As a white male, can I ask a question about that last line? I understand the want and need for more staff writers who are African-American in the news industry. However, is it better to hire someone based on their ethinic background just because “you have to” or feel “it’s the right thing to do” OR is it better to…

Tishaura is not here for your BS, Post-Dispatch.

I can’t believe you believe the letter. St. Louis has been a black city for decades: it ain’t white people fucking it up.

I love that she called out the “graffiti” bullshit, too. Like, if your neighborhood’s biggest problem is bored teenagers with spray-paint then you have it pretty good...

And maybe you will consider hiring an African-American editorial writer.