An insightful essay. More informative than Twitter attention seekers.

What I can say is many black people have to learn and find ways to stop worshiping these people. Let your hero be a person you know— parents, siblings, friends, relatives, teachers, neighbors, and bosses.

It's heartbreaking that these people make more money from their people than investing in the community— people buy their books, sneakers, music, stupid clothing, tweets, and concert tickets that equal some people's monthly pay.

We have to learn and stay away from one-sided and toxic relationships. Focus on you!

Thank you, Allison.