As a concerned African American, my primary goal is to correct uninformed impressions and misperceptions of our community that have persisted from emancipation to this day. It is time to correct misperceptions and debunk cultural myths that have held back many in the black community, while setting the record straight for informed opinions about us in moving forward responsibly with the rest of the world. Let us explore how anyone can make a difference—by getting the facts straight and to speak up.