By LaKeshia N. Myers “A riot is the language of the unheard. And what is it America has failed to hear? It has failed to hear that the plight of the negro poor has worsened over the last twelve or … [Read more...]
And When They Came For Us…
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor First they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out—because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not … [Read more...]
Wisconsin Voters Continue to Learn More About Supreme Court Candidate Dan Kelly’s Ties to GOP Extremists
By Milwaukee Staff On Thursday, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reported that Kelly appeared at an event headlined by anti-abortion extremist Matthew Trewhella. During his speech in St. Croix … [Read more...]
Aiding and Abetting: Contributing to Our Own Demise
BlackEconomics.org® In a 2008 commentary, “More Physicists, Fewer Fullbacks,” we argued for a reduction in Black American participation in sports. That advice went unheeded and Black American … [Read more...]
What You Won’t Do, Do for Love
By LaKeshia N. Myers Bobby Caldwell was the epitome of a “blue eyed soul brother”--a nickname given to white singers who create rhythm and blues music. His 1978 classic “What you won’t do for … [Read more...]
Check Yo’ Self, Before You Wreck Yo’ Self
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor If you are of a certain age, musical genre, or social network, you are familiar with the saying “Check yo’ self, before you wreck yo’ self”. … [Read more...]
No Cuts to Medicare Advantage
By State Representative Dora Drake I firmly believe we must look out and care for our most vulnerable populations within our communities. It is one of the important priorities I advocate for … [Read more...]
The Wisconsin Supreme Court is Not for Sale
By Milwaukee Courier Staff Reporting continues to emerge showing deep financial ties between Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Dan Kelly’s and extreme right-wing special interest groups that have … [Read more...]
Disabled Doesn’t Mean Disadvantaged: Ensuring Equity for Differently Abled Americans
By LaKeshia N. Myers Montel Medley was one of my favorite students. He was a typical teenager—he enjoyed spending time with friends, was a member of the National Honor Society, and he was great … [Read more...]
Women Anywhere Equals Equity Everywhere
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor Women’s History Month is an opportunity to elevate the many women who have worked for change, equity, and recognition of the contributions of … [Read more...]
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