By: Ellen M. Gilligan President and CEO, Greater Milwaukee Foundation There are two public health crises in America right now. One is quite recent. One has been afflicting us for generations. Racism is our nation’s oldest sin and most vile disease, and I am grief-stricken that we are again mourning more black lives lost and more communities capsized, all the while … [Read more...] about Now is the time for racial justice
Editorials and Opinions
How long, O Lord, how long?
The words of King David that appear in Psalm 13 of the Old Testament echo in the hearts of American people of color today: “How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? How long must I take counsel in my soul and have sorrow in my heart all the day? How long shall my enemy be exalted over me?” Despite its … [Read more...] about How long, O Lord, how long?
Resurrection of the economy
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
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