Williams began by recalling memories that many in the room did not expect to hear. He described growing up as a young Black boy in an environment where prejudice was present not only in whispered comments, but in daily interactions that slowly chipped away at his sense of self-worth.
He explained how classmates, adults, and even people in positions of authority contributed to an atmosphere that made him feel “less than,” long before he could understand why certain doors seemed to close before he even approached them.
The Breaking Point — and the Beginning of Something New
