Gonzo Journalism From A Freedom Advocate
Double major
University of Wisconsin 2019
Former federal government employee
Blog by Velma Sparks
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Daily Prompt Answers
“You’re a witch Clarice.” “You’re a witch, Velma”
This is the charm of a circled pentagon. I did not exactly find this, it was given to me in…
Keep readingThank you, Frank
The coolest thing I’ve ever found and kept is my self-worth. Frank had an incredibly important role in me realizing…
Keep readingCollege
I’d go back to my 20th year— not to change anything, just to feel it all again.
Keep readingTechnical Writing
I’ve considered technical writing because I enjoy breaking down complicated ideas into simple, useful explanations. It’s a great fit for…
Keep readingCs Get Degrees
I have considered becoming a lawyer. I already have a bachelor’s degree in philosophy, but I partied too much and…
Keep readingJunior year
As far as things I want to do, not much. I finished doing everything I wanted to try at least…
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“You’re a witch Clarice”
La Crosse 2017
Madison, WI 2020
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White Men
White men make me nervous for many reasons. I am most scared of white men because, according to the 2019 Survey of Consumer Finances, white families have the highest median and mean wealth, yet white people account for 53% to 69% of arrests for violent crimes. 80.4% of all arrests for violent crime are men.…
Things We Forget 