As you sign off from The ReidOut, the Therapy for Black Girls community wants to take a moment to honor your incredible journey and the legacy you’ve built—not just on television, but in the hearts and minds of those you’ve empowered.
Night after night, you’ve done more than deliver the news—you’ve held space for truth, resilience, and righteous indignation. You’ve challenged complacency, spotlighted injustice, and reminded us that the fight for democracy, equality, and humanity is never over. As Rachel Maddow said during your final show, “Find people who you respect, trust, and love, and make common cause with them.” That’s exactly what you’ve done for so many of us—created a community where truth-telling and solidarity reign.
Your conversations weren’t just political analysis—they were heart-to-heart reflections on what it means to protect the soul of this country. Whether discussing the erosion of democratic norms, the impact of economic inequality, or the strength found in grassroots resistance, you consistently elevated voices that needed to be heard. As Lawrence O’Donnell powerfully reminded us, “These dark hours have demanded things of people that they’ve risen to in the past, and there’s no reason why people can’t find their own spot.” You’ve inspired us all to find our spot—to stand firm, speak out, and stay engaged.
We were especially moved by Nicole Wallace’s words: “Despair is the autocrat’s most effective tool. It’s contagious, it costs nothing, and it puts into motion the very inaction they want.” Joy, you’ve never let us fall into despair. Instead, you’ve reminded us that history doesn’t just repeat itself—it teaches us how to fight back, how to hope, and how to build something better.
As you step away from this chapter, we know your voice will continue to be a guiding light. You once said, “This is not who we are,” when confronting injustice. But you’ve also shown us exactly who we can be: informed, compassionate, fearless, and united.
Thank you for being our voice of reason, our truth-teller, and our super friend. The road ahead may be uncertain, but because of you, we’re walking it with more clarity, more strength, and more hope.
