Minorities across the country are sitting on pins and needles pondering the effects of plans to scale back the Department of Education and send many funds back to states for localized distribution. Sending DOE money back to states sounds good,…
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Can youth violence be approached from a healthcare perspective?
For too long, our community’s response to youth violence has followed a predictable pattern: increased police presence, stricter enforcement, and harsher penalties. While law enforcement plays an important role in public safety, mounting evidence suggests that treating youth violence as…
We should learn from our living legends this Black History month
As Black History Month continues, today’s Black leaders would do well to study the strategies, problems, and actions of past leaders to develop a meaningful strategy for the future. Many of those who led the “movement” for social justice in…
Victim notification system is a step toward justice
Justice is not just about punishing the guilty—it is about protecting the innocent, standing up for those who have been wronged, and ensuring that every voice is heard. This month, the City of Monroe has taken a significant step forward…
City leaders in Washington lobbying for funds, but they are not together
The recent refusal by the Monroe City Council to certify the December 2024 sales tax election results, while ultimately temporary, highlights a concerning rift between the council’s Black majority and Mayor Ellis. This symbolic act of opposition is just the…
Public Charter schools is an option black parents should consider
The concept of charter schools has sparked intense debate nationwide, including in Monroe. Many Black parents opposed the Neville Charter application, fearing it was a covert attempt by white families to segregate their children. However, it’s vital to understand what…
Jimmy Carter’s “Born Again” broke new ground for blacks and the poor
Jimmy Carter’s presidency is the first one in which the president publicly acknowledged that he was “Born Again” and demonstrated for four years the power of principled leadership and unwavering commitment to civil rights and social justice. His tenure in…