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Why Dr. King’s ‘Dream’ is important now more than ever
On January 20, 2020 our nation will remember civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., with a day in his honor. It couldn't come at a better time, as this nation deals with extreme polarization and a resurgence of negativity of all kinds, from racism to political apathy. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., never held political office, nor was he a mighty businessman. But he … [Read more...] about Why Dr. King’s ‘Dream’ is important now more than ever
Center for Veterans Issues announces naming of new building after Milwaukee Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft
On Thursday, November 19, 2019 during their 30th anniversary celebration at the Pfister Hotel, the Center for Veterans issues (CVI), LTD announced the name of their soon-to-open Veterans Resource Center would be named after their co-founder Retired Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft (inset). Accepting the honor on the late Brigadier General Cocroft's behalf was his wife … [Read more...] about Center for Veterans Issues announces naming of new building after Milwaukee Brigadier General Robert A. Cocroft
MKE Fellows host 2019 Annual Holiday Luncheon
On Thursday, December 19, 2019, The MKE Fellows hosted their 2019 Annual Holiday Luncheon at Quarles and Brady, LLP's downtown offices. The MKE Fellows program participants interacted with friends and supporters and greeted new members. As part of the luncheon the Fellows honored three outstanding individual for their community service efforts. Community service is one of … [Read more...] about MKE Fellows host 2019 Annual Holiday Luncheon
Margaret Martin celebrates 80th Birthday
On Saturday, December 21, 2019, Margaret Martin received the best birthday present she could have imagined, in the form of a surprise 80th birthday party hosted by her family at the Joel Kinlow Center on Appleton and Congress. The party included more than 70 family, friends and church family who honored Margaret on her special day. Margaret was presented a special … [Read more...] about Margaret Martin celebrates 80th Birthday
Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 3)
GET YOUR REAL ID DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1, 2020 Even though the mandatory REAL ID is not required until October 1, 2020, you can begin upgrading to the REAL ID or requesting the REAL ID when renewing your driver’s license now. According to the Department of Homeland Security, REAL ID compliant cards are generally marked with a star located in the upper portion of the card. It can … [Read more...] about Real talk about the REAL ID (Week 3)
Are you at risk for a leading cause of blindness in Black Americans?
By Cheryl L. Dejewski Glaucoma is known as the “Sneak Thief of Sight” because the most common type is painless and progresses so slowly that most people don’t notice symptoms for years— until severe permanent damage has already occurred. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, especially for blacks. In fact, black Americans have a 6-8 times higher risk rate, and at … [Read more...] about Are you at risk for a leading cause of blindness in Black Americans?
‘I Have A Dream’ – address at The March on Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963
I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation. Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of … [Read more...] about ‘I Have A Dream’ – address at The March on Washington, D.C. on August 28, 1963
Vacant, boarded-up houses: What must the City Attorney do about it?
By Vince Bobot Over ten years ago as an assistant city attorney, I proposed and developed a strategy to deal with vacant, boarded-up houses in our City. Unfortunately, the need to deal with those vacant homes fell on deaf ears. Now we have a situation where a vacant, boarded-up house may not only destroy an entire block, but a neighborhood as well. For example, in the 2900 … [Read more...] about Vacant, boarded-up houses: What must the City Attorney do about it?
Historical perspectives: Why we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Each year a fundamental question arises. Young people especially want to know, "Why do we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.?" The following is a brief analysis which can be duplicated and shared with schools, churches, organizations and the media. Early in our country's history, almost all black people came here as slaves. Because people in the South felt they needed cheap … [Read more...] about Historical perspectives: Why we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.