Black women protecting families in more ways than one

By: N. L. Preston During a time when many feel that Texas is well on its way to become the new “Wild, Wild West,” many Black families are making sure their households are protected. A new wave of protectors, reminiscent of the original Black Panther Party are focusing on health, wealth, safety and PROTECTION of their rights, their land and their freedom. Thanks to Governor Greg Abbott, Texans can now carry a handgun in public without a permit or the background check and training the state previously required.  The new “permitless carry” or “constitutional carry” law lauded by gun rights advocates has made many, including law enforcement officers, fearing what could happen when messages get mixed and situations become volatile and people in compromised situations feel it’s their right to shoot. Also, having the guns in public can make an officer’s job more dangerous than it already is. But — in the wake of mass shootings — is it a way to further protect ourselves? If so, how do we ensure the guns are in the right hands? We may not ever have the answers for that, but one thing is for certain – many Black families are not willing to be “sitting ducks” at the hands of the government or overzealous people. They are making moves to protect their families — safely — with the proper education and training. And surprisingly, many Black women are stepping into the forefront. African-American News&Issues reached out to Natural Sekhmet P. after seeing social media posts of her engaged in physical fitness training, shooting classes and her loving interactions with her proud Black family. We wanted to know more about this woman who was clearly involved in “a movement.” AANI: Tell us about yourself. Natural: My name is Natural Sekhmet P.  I am a wife of a lucky handsome Black God, and mother of five beautiful children. AANI: We’ve been following your journey on Facebook and I see women empowerment, Black pride, etc.  Please describe “the movement” you are a part of. Natural: I do a lot of community work here in Houston, which […]

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