While many American families gather around the Thanksgiving table this week, some of us combining this year’s traditional dinners with Hanukkah feasts, a too quiet group will be left out of the national celebration. The nearly 49 million Americans—including nearly 16 million children—living in food insecure households will be struggling to afford the food they need. These … [Read more...] about Preventable hunger in our land of plenty
Perspective
Get shopping
December 25th is right around the corner. Because of the lateness of Thanksgiving, the number of shopping days are scarce. There are wish lists to be filled and dreams to answer. The magical time of year is here so get out your debit card and head to the mall. The holiday season is a time of giving and spending so let's get shopping. Many Americans have children and don’t have … [Read more...] about Get shopping
Setting a new agenda
“Begin with the end in mind” Those were the words of Stephen Covey in his book “The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.” In fact this is the second habit. This habit speaks to the need for self-discovery; to clarify deeply important character values, and to set life goals. It is to envision the ideal characteristics for each of one’s various roles and relationships in … [Read more...] about Setting a new agenda
Gov. Walker plans massive sales tax hike on the working class
By Mary Burke It’s no secret that Wisconsin is in poor economic shape. Recent numbers indicate that the state is 38th in private sector job growth in the last two years. Despite Governor Scott Walker’s insistence that his Tea Party reforms are working, families in Milwaukee and across the state still have trouble both finding reliable employment and making a livable … [Read more...] about Gov. Walker plans massive sales tax hike on the working class
Treasure these moments
“My favorite things in life don’t cost any money. It’s really clear that the most precious resource we all have is time.” Those were the words that the late Steve Jobs, co-founder and CEO of Apple once said. He was a pioneer of the personal computer revolution. His leadership helped to transform nearly all the industries of the world. Additionally, while being the CEO of … [Read more...] about Treasure these moments
Let’s start a New Year
The great year of 2013 is over. The New Year 2014 is upon us and the time for new opportunity arises with its coming. A new year means the possibilities are endless for society and individuals. A new year can bring everything a person or race of people could ever want. One key to achieving what you wish in 2014 is to leave 2013 in the past. We offer a few suggested things to … [Read more...] about Let’s start a New Year
Rebuilding our Community By Dr. Andrew Calhoun, Ed.D.
A matrix of new leadership As the 21st century continues to unfold, we are witnessing an end of an era in which many topics that were once thought of as being untouchable are now being reconsidered. This is also a time in our society when a number of subjects that were taboo, off limits and the rule of law are being challenged. Some of our most recent controversies include … [Read more...] about Rebuilding our Community By Dr. Andrew Calhoun, Ed.D.
Being Frank By Frank James IV
Retire the word The world is a beautiful place. There are peaceful parks and enchanting forests to venture in where people can gain peace of mind. In the majority of cities there is running water and electricity to keep society moving along. Why bypass the beauty of the world to dredge up old racial slurs that only mean something to ignorant people? As a suggestion Americans, … [Read more...] about Being Frank By Frank James IV
Rebuilding our Community By Dr. Andrew Calhoun, Ed.D. 11/7/2013
Standing the watch Throughout history and all across the globe, countless nations, neighborhoods, communities, towns, and cities have adopted various forms of what is called the “watch.” The term and concept have been used with a number of professions, careers and the military. To have the “watch,” has come to symbolize an effort to be on guard or on the lookout for things … [Read more...] about Rebuilding our Community By Dr. Andrew Calhoun, Ed.D. 11/7/2013
A message to progressives
By Rev. Al Sharpton President, National Action Network Last night, I was glued to my television set like many others around the country, watching and waiting for election results to pour in. It was a historic evening to say the least. A liberal Democrat won in Virginia; a non-tea party candidate who openly worked with President Obama was reelected in the state of New … [Read more...] about A message to progressives