Long before BLM flash mobs, calls to “Defund the Police” and ultra-liberal prosecutors blind to BIPOC misdemeanors or even felonies, Bluesman R.L. Burnside dropped his song “Nothin’ Man,” a satirical sendup of the sappy social justice mindset. (Closed captions are an option.)

R. L. Burnside (1926-2005) Blues Hall of Fame

Ironically, Burnside Street is a major thoroughfare of Portland, Oregon, one of the cities most damaged by social justice politicians. East Burnside Street and 122nd Avenue is the most dangerous spot of the most dangerous neighborhood when it comes to shootings. (2023)