By LaKeshia N. Myers Juneteenth is a wonderful celebration; a time to remember our ancestors’ plight for freedom. A time to reflect on the costs of the freedoms we enjoy today. A … [Read more...]
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Two Truths & A Lie: Understanding the Milwaukee Public Schools Debacle
By LaKeshia N. Myers I am MPS Proud. From Lloyd Street Global Education School, Grand Avenue Middle School, to Rufus King High School (aka the best school anywhere), my K-12 experience in … [Read more...]
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A Question of Faith: Addressing Reproductive Freedom as a Christian Legislator
By LaKeshia N. Myers I am many things—a legislator, a woman, Black, and Christian. As a believer, I am often asked how my faith impacts my work in the capitol. My faith centers me, and acts as … [Read more...]
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Got Hemp: The Agricultural Goldmine of Hemp Farming
By LaKeshia N. Myers There has been much discussion recently from some politicians about banning Delta-8 and other hemp products. The concerns arise from rising use of teens getting sick from … [Read more...]
Milwaukee Dems Prepare for Special Showdown
By Jack Kelly Wisconsin Watch This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. … [Read more...]
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Summer Election Madness: July Special Election Update
By LaKeshia N. Myers Extra! Extra! Read all about it: Governor Tony Evers recently announced a special election for State Senate District 4. District 4 encompasses the city of Milwaukee … [Read more...]
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Rep. Myers Responds to Bice Article Regarding Outside Employment
MADISON– Rep. LaKeshia Myers (D-Milwaukee), in response to a recent Milwaukee Journal- Sentinel article questioning her resignation from the Wauwatosa School District, released the following … [Read more...]
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Dear Mama: An Open Letter to My Mother, Girtha Myers
By LaKeshia N. Myers Dear Mama, As I approach my fortieth birthday, it occurred to me that quite a bit has transpired in the time we have known each other. While I often joke with you and dad … [Read more...]
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The Straw That Broke the Camel’s Back: It’s Time to Crack Down on Reckless Driving
By LaKeshia N. Myers A little girl died last week. Four-year-old Zekani Hymes-Wilson was struck and killed by a speeding vehicle. She and her mother had walked to a local store and Zekani … [Read more...]
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Time’s Up: Menthol Should be Banned in Wisconsin
By LaKeshia N. Myers Last week, I had the honor of attending the kickoff for “No Menthol Sunday,” The Center for Black Health & Equity’s annual call to action highlighting the detrimental … [Read more...]
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