I’m Single Because – The Civil War Between Black Men and Women
On Sunday, March 4, 2012, The Date Smarter Not Harder Relationships Talk Show welcomes the host of Mindstream Radio and the producer of an independent film on dating and relationships in the Black community entitled “I’m Single Because: The Civil War Between Black Men and Women.”
Special Guest, independent film director Adam Butler
The rate of marriage is at an all time low in the African American community; and is the lowest among all other racial groups in the United States. Upon doing research, we came across a trending topic on twitter with persons of color, ages ranging from 25-45 years, stating why they are single and unmarried. In 2001, according to data collected by the U.S Census: African Americans are the most uncoupled ethnicity at 43.3 percent for black men, and 41.9 percent for black women in contrast to 27.4 percent and 20.7 percent for whites respectively.
In a 2006 Washington Post article written by Washington writer, Joy Jones, Marriage Is For White People. It’s been her observation that women are being hit the hardest, and that marriage may not be as possible or sustainable as she would like. Since marriage isn’t a possibility, black women turn to negated effects like having babies out of wedlock, birth control, divorce and remarriage which has completely transformed the social landscape.
In our conclusion, we believe a cultural war is being waged against the institution of marriage in the African American community. We decided to do an in depth documentary film on why peoples of color are single.
Adam Butler, born in Washington, DC on January 22, 1982, studied communications at University of Maryland University College. Undoubtedly one of the most influential radio personalities in the DC metropolitan area, Adam Butler is surely becoming the DC areas best known and one of the most influential film makers in the region.
Looking to explore the visual side of his craft, Butler began conceptualizing and directing his feature film “I’m Single Because” in 2011. To avoid being pigeonholed as a maker of biased films, Butler enlisted the expertise of several notable relationship experts, community panelists and prominent figures to provide their knowledge for the film.
Set to release in early 2012 “I’m Single Because” is just the beginning of Butlers film-making career. Continually educating himself on various film-making techniques, Butler is sure to continue making his mark on the industry.
Join us tonight as we discuss the issue of singleness in the Black community with producer/director Adam Butler. Call 347-327-9215 to share your thoughts!
Deborrah
Veteran social researcher, relationship advice columnist, author and radio host. Author of hundreds of articles on American and black culture, gender issues, singles, dating and relationships. Author of "Sucka Free Love!" , "The 24 Types of Suckas to Avoid," "The Black Church - Where Women Pray and Men Pray," and "Why Vegan is the New Black" all available on Amazon.Com. Her unique voice and insightful commentary have delighted fans and riled haters for 20 years. Read her stuff on SurvivingDating.Com and AskHeartBeat.Com.
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