Say Something Real Too Many Families Leaving Dollars on the Table By Michelle Bryant Lately, I’ve noticed a disturbing trend: scholarship-awarding organizations are having a hard time … [Read more...]
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She Works Hard for the Money
Say Something Real Women Still Face Workplace Uphill Battles By Michelle Bryant In 1983, Odetta Johnson had no idea she would become the inspiration for the “Queen of Disco”, Donna Summer’s … [Read more...]
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“Uninstructed Delegation” Train Gaining Riders and Delegates
Say Something Real Protest Voters Must Figure Out Where This Route Will Lead By Michelle Bryant We knew the “uncommitted” or “uninstructed delegation” train was coming. We stood by and … [Read more...]
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Honoring the Undervalued, Underestimated, and Often Unknown
Say Something Real Celebrating Women’s History Month By Michelle Bryant It’s time to vote. This civic responsibility has been etched in my DNA, from family members who hail from Birmingham, … [Read more...]
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What’s at Stake: A Chat with Joe Biden
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant As the host of a “Say Something Real” on WNOV 860AM/106.5FM, I recently had an opportunity to talk with President Joe Biden. Visiting Milwaukee, on the … [Read more...]
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The Disturbing State of the Union
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant This week, President Joe Biden stood before members of Congress to deliver what Franklin Roosevelt deemed the “State of the Union Address.” Dating back to … [Read more...]
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Reversal of Fortune: The Attack on HBCU’s
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant I remember the first time I learned an important truth: many famed Black institutions were found in part or whole, by white benefactors. Recalling an … [Read more...]
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Don’t Let Your Mouth Write a Check
Say Something Real Who Will Pay For Trump’s Costly Lack of Discipline? By Michelle Bryant Growing up, I always heard the saying “Don’t let your mouth write a check, your behind can’t cash!” … [Read more...]
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Black Advocacy Day at the Capitol
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant February 29, 2024, is Black Advocacy Day at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Addressing the need to do more to educate and engage the Black community around … [Read more...]
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You Don’t Miss Your Water
Say Something Real The State Capitol Has Lost A True Force By Michelle Bryant An open letter to former Wisconsin State Senator Lena C. Taylor. Some are called, some are chosen, some … [Read more...]