In her text, No Disrespect, Sister Souljah seeks to dispel the generational root of confusion among minorities. She believes, “it is a mentality that functions with or without permission, on both a conscious and subconscious level,” and since we fail to discuss the problem, it becomes “a problem rooted in a forbidden topic” (Souljah, xi). Thus, the text is a candid and realistic retelling of Souljah’s life experiences at a time synonymous with our young people. She offers a collage of mistakes, scars and smiles in hopes young people will gain an understanding of love and life and they will have a chance to save themselves the pain of ignorance. It is a work of non-fiction that lets “parents see the real lives that their children must prepare for” (Souljah, xv).
After listening to her "Note" at the opening of the text, provide a reaction to some of the ideas she presents. Be sure to proofread your response and do not forget to respond to a post from one of your peers.
