MADISON — Representative LaKeshia Myers introduced legislation today aimed at expanding the ability of paraprofessionals to become certified classroom teachers. Under current law, the State … [Read more...]
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Building a Black Bench Requires All of Us
Legislatively Speaking By Senator, Lena C. Taylor As many of us cheer on the Milwaukee Bucks, in Round 1 of the NBA’s Eastern Conference playoffs, we are mesmerized by the talent of Giannis … [Read more...]
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The Gospel According to Beyoncé
By Representative LaKeshia Myers Like many, I was thrilled to watch Beyoncé’s “Homecoming” documentary this week on Netflix. The documentary chronicles the creation of the singer’s iconic 2018 … [Read more...]
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A New Plan to Make Wall Street Pay for Creating the Foreclosure Crisis
By Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Last week, as Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., convened a House Financial Services Committee hearing, featuring the CEOs of Wall Street’s biggest banks, the financial … [Read more...]
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Omar Faces Rightwing Backlash as She Forces Uncomfortable Conversations About Israel, Palestine
By Barrington M. Salmon NNPA Newswire Contributor @bsalmondc For the last several months, freshman Congresswoman IIhan Omar (D-MN) has weathered sustained attacks from Republicans, Fox News … [Read more...]
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“Loosies” Are Killing Us
Legislatively Speaking By Senator, Lena C. Taylor Loose Cigarette Sales Must Stop The first time most people really thought about the illegal nature of selling single or loose cigarettes … [Read more...]
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Dreams Are Free, But The “Hussle” is Sold Separately
By Representative LaKeshia Myers This week the music world mourned the untimely passing of hip-hop artist and entrepreneur Ermias Asghedom; popularly known by his nom de plume, Nipsey Hussle. … [Read more...]
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Milwaukee, a City of Promise
"The President's Perspective" By Alderman Ashanti Hamilton Common Council President City of Milwaukee Promise. The word seems to be everywhere in our City. It is part of a persistent message … [Read more...]
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The Politics Behind Donald Trump’s Empty Threats on Mexico Border
By Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. Donald Trump’s flailing on immigration and the Mexican border continue to spiral into chaos. First, he threatened to close the border with Mexico. One week later, he … [Read more...]
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Sistas Are Doing It for Themselves
Legislatively Speaking By Senator, Lena C. Taylor From the mother of slain 18-year old Michael Brown of Ferguson, MO to a former federal prosecutor, and every conceivable background in … [Read more...]
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