Nothing threatens oppressive regimes more than prophets. Prophets disrupt the status quo by speaking truth to power and creating innovative methods to challenge unjust appropriations of authority.By exposing the vulnerability of rulers who at first seemed invincible, prophets become symbols of hope within afflicted communities and catalysts for full-scale uprisings.
For more than a year, Florida A&M University's prophetic voice has been the anonymous writer “Ben Davis,” editor of the Rattler Nation blog.
Launched Jan. 5, 2006, Davis' blog helped escalate Interim President Castell V. Bryant's recurring problems from a nuisance to a full-blown crisis.
Continue reading: Castell gave birth to blog
I will be so sorry to see someone of his caliber leave FAMU. On behalf of those of us who truly desire to see FAMU prosper, Ben Davis thank you!
ReplyDeleteThis site has done some good and some bad. The good is that a number of issues were brought to light that otherwise would have remained hidden. The bad is that some folks used this as their personal sounding board to attack many good people personally and in a cowardly, "anonymous" way.
ReplyDeleteI agree one hundred percent!
ReplyDeleteRN's goal was to cut through the propaganda and reveal the facts during the cold days of Castell Bryant's administration. Mission accomplished!
ReplyDeleteYou accomplished a lot and the accomplished. Someone had to slay the dragon and you did.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes!!!
You accomplished a lot and the mission was, indeed, accomplished.
ReplyDeleteSomeone had to slay the lady dragon and you did.
Best Wihses!!!
Hey Ben,
ReplyDeleteU da Man! Congrats on your Graduation. Never stop STRIKING! And Thanks from the Rattler Nation!
Thanks Mr. Ben Davis for keeping Castell and Corbin's feet to the fire. Good luck with your career and God speed.
ReplyDeleteRare, rare, rare indeed that one positively impacts a major organization at such a young age. My wish for your life is that you continue to have such impact on every organization you become a part of.
ReplyDeleteGodspeed, my good RATTLER, Godspeed!
Mr. Davis you have truly been the most vocal voice of FAMU on the web. Your insightful details of numerous FAMU issues raised eyebrows, opened mouths and highlighted concerns. Your caliber of journalism showcased what brilliant minds FAMU has helped develop. I wish you the best and pray God bless you, keep you and guide your every move. The world is your my brother, take it.
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