On this Thanksgiving, I share once again the beautiful prayer of great black theologian Howard Thurman, A Litany of Thanksgiving. For many years I always made Thanksgiving dinner for our whole family and for friends away from their homes. Children read various inspirational passages before our meal, and we read this prayer every year. Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the … [Read more...] about A litany of Thanksgiving
Editorials and Opinions
Be thankful and grow
Thanksgiving season is here in the USA. Many people are making plans to visit family in other cities. Supermarkets are stocking up on turkeys and hams for consumption by hungry customers. Even if you do not celebrate Thanksgiving, use the time off work/ school to be thankful for the life you have. Many people overlook what they do have in order to complain and become angry … [Read more...] about Be thankful and grow
Keep rising
"God of our weary years,God of our silent tears,Thou who has brought usthus far on the way . . ." they are lines from “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” the poem and hymn otherwise known as the beloved Black National Anthem. It’s a hymn that speaks of the long, difficult road we have already traveled – and the ongoing determination, through blood, stunted hopes, exhaustion, and … [Read more...] about Keep rising
The power of the black vote
An Editorial Message from Harold D. Turner, Sr.President & Publisher of The Milwaukee Times Weekly Newspaper Black people in America have shown the power of their voice in record numbers in the 2024 Presidential election. In fact, our people play a vital role in determining the outcome. There are many reasons for us to exercise the power of our vote: Equality in … [Read more...] about The power of the black vote
Are you ready for change?
Change is coming to the USA. The 2024 presidential election is over. You have a new person in the White House. Don’t forget the person in the mirror while celebrating the new person in the White House. Citizens of the USA, be sure to create a change in yourself in order to embrace the change in politics. Many citizens are celebrating the win of the candidate they voted for. … [Read more...] about Are you ready for change?
Our Daily Bread celebrates 20th anniversary: Rededicated to improving the community
By: Lea Kyle-LewisCEO and Founder, Our Daily Bread Even mental health professionals can be overcome by anxiety and stress. For me the underlying trigger was the death of my mother in May 2021. I did not deal with the cause of my grief. Instead, I tried to keep myself busy, hoping that it would keep me from dwelling on my sorrow. It was not until after Our Daily Bread … [Read more...] about Our Daily Bread celebrates 20th anniversary: Rededicated to improving the community
Voting for the future
"The Peacemaker taught us about the Seven Generations. He said, when you sit in council for the welfare of the people, you must not think of yourself or of your family, not even of your generation. He said, make your decisions on behalf of the seven generations coming, so that they may enjoy what you have today." – Oren Lyons, Seneca Faithkeeper, Onondaga Nation Every … [Read more...] about Voting for the future
‘Black Votes Matter’: It’s more than a mantra; it’s a power move
By Josh Rodgers Every election cycle, the importance of voting is at the forefront of many conversations. Whether conversing in the barbershop or spilling tea at game night – the U.S. presidential election is always a relevant discussion topic. As the talks become more nuanced, one thing that rises to the top is the significant support and power of the black community in … [Read more...] about ‘Black Votes Matter’: It’s more than a mantra; it’s a power move
What happened?
African Americans have always had struggles in the USA. The drugs and violence in the African American community has been around for decades. There is nothing new about poverty in the inner city where African Americans reside. Yet, in 2024 African Americans have sunk to a level where many African American youth are simply happy to be alive. How did this situation come about? … [Read more...] about What happened?
Preparing to vote
There is now less then one month to go until Election Day in the United States, and in some states early voting and mail-in voting has already begun. In others, deadlines to register to vote or make sure a voter registration is current and correct are approaching over the next few weeks. This means the time for all eligible voters to make sure they have a plan to vote is now! … [Read more...] about Preparing to vote