The US economy has been in a state of flux for years. There have been several mini-crashes on Wall Street since the Great Depression. None of these has been as severe as the impact COVID 19 has had on the US economy. The situation became so critical that the US government sent out stimulus checks to citizens to keep people afloat. The stimulus check was a great idea but let’s … [Read more...] about Resurrection of the economy
Editorials and Opinions
Sit this one out
There is a storm brewing in the USA. On April 24, 2020 Wisconsin had one of the biggest protests against stay at home orders because of COVID 19 in the country. The political lines are being drawn over the COVID 19 pandemic. Many of these lines will be etched into the psyche of the USA long after the pandemic passes. African Americans have to be careful not to be drawn into the … [Read more...] about Sit this one out
Why Brown v. Board of Education still matters
With schools more segregated today than they were in the late 60's, and Trump's federal judge appointees refusing to outright agree with Brown v Board of Education, we must focus on ending school re-segregation. By Lincoln Anthony Blades On May 17, 1954, the Supreme Court ruled that segregating public schools according to "separate but equal" was unconstitutional in … [Read more...] about Why Brown v. Board of Education still matters
The mask’s role after COVID 19
The USA has been on lockdown for the past few months. The country has been in the grip of the COVID 19 pandemic. Businesses have been required to close along with schools and public parks. Social distancing has become the norm in the USA. Many states are planning on opening up in May or June. This means people will be able to get out of the house for more than grocery shopping … [Read more...] about The mask’s role after COVID 19
COVID-19 and family time
The COVID-19 pandemic has shut down the entire world. For example, there are no sports being played in the USA. Yet, there are several things from this pandemic that people can be thankful for. One is the quality time parents are being able to spend with their children. With schools being closed during this time parents are enjoying the company of their children. Many of these … [Read more...] about COVID-19 and family time
In remembrance of my sister Deborah Ann Harris
Taken but not forgotten. I will keep my remembrance of you alive forever in my heart. Never, never will you be left without having the last say. It's who you are my sister. Day after day and night by night, I ask God why were you taken but nor forgotten. The Spirit keep telling me that you were God's choice; to show us the way, to lead us into tomorrow through your love … [Read more...] about In remembrance of my sister Deborah Ann Harris
Coronavirus and the new American economy (part 1)
By Solomon Ali CEO of NDR Energy Group and Revolutionary Concepts The face of the American economy is forever changed by this coronavirus pandemic. In three weeks time we've witnessed financially viable companies go into rapid freefall by the millions, starting with employees and trickling rapidly. Small to mid-sized businesses are laying off in record numbers, and … [Read more...] about Coronavirus and the new American economy (part 1)
Personal Message on COVID-19 from Eve M. Hall, President, Milwaukee Urban League
Greetings, I am sending you this personal message as President and CEO of the Milwaukee Urban League because we need each other now more than ever. It is only through unity and compassion that we will overcome our feelings of isolation and find new ways to support one another. This week represents the first month of a city, county, state, and country being turned upside down … [Read more...] about Personal Message on COVID-19 from Eve M. Hall, President, Milwaukee Urban League
Asian people: Welcome to the party
It has been said that times of tragedy bring out the best and worst in people. I say that what trying times bring out is what is truly inside of people. Many races of color come to the USA and adopt the White American Dream. These races are usually treated good and before long these races adopt the USA mindset and begin to think they have similar status to white people. Usually … [Read more...] about Asian people: Welcome to the party
What happened to The Negro Revolution?
You are probably coronavirused out by now. Trump has issued a state of emergency so if you don’t have the virus then you have heard every take possible regarding COVID 19. Instead let’s take a look and see what happened as a result of all the revolution talk of the 1960’s and early 70’s. Many people think the Negro Revolution never started but it did. The weapon was not guns, … [Read more...] about What happened to The Negro Revolution?