By Dr. Benjamin Chavis NNPA Columnist America is blessed by the presence of the effective and diverse ministries of the Black church. On February 18, 2012, millions of Americans, as well as … [Read more...]
Capitol Report – Back to the Dark Ages
By State Representative, Leon D. Young This week, I feel that I have little choice and must descend into the murky waters of the culture war. The fallout from President Obama’s initial decision … [Read more...]
Legislatively Speaking – Black History, a fight for justice for everyone
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor Every February, as we travel to the shopping mall or take a stroll through our neighborhoods, we see people of all types of backgrounds, religions, races, and … [Read more...]
Spying on Sharpton and other Black Leaders
By George E. Curry NNPA Columnist A recent report that New York City Police Department may have spied on Al Sharpton as he prepared to protest the acquittal of three police officers in the … [Read more...]
Beloved Whitney Houston
By Dr. Benjamin Chavis NNPA Columnist The entire world community will continue to be positively impacted by the unprecedented, creative and spirit-edifying eloquent contributions from the … [Read more...]
Shame on you, Sheriff David Clarke, Hines & Holloway blast Sheriff’s pull back on President’s security
Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke’s decision to assign sheriff’s deputies to provide only partial security for President Obama’s visit to Milwaukee this week is drew strong criticism from Common … [Read more...]
Capitol Report – The “Job Loss” Governor
By State Representative, Leon D. Young We all remember the bravado and vigor of Scott Walker’s remarks the night that he was elected as governor. Mr. Walker proudly declared that “Wisconsin was … [Read more...]
Legislatively Speaking – Science progresses best when observations force us to alter our preconceptions
By Senator, Lena C. Taylor Contrary to popular belief, African-Americas are and have been groundbreaking, innovative and miraculous scientists, researchers and doctors. This is evidence that we … [Read more...]
Washington Post’s Coleman named first UWM Alumni Fellow
Milton Coleman, senior editor of the Washington Post, has been selected as the first University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Alumni Fellow. The new Alumni Fellows program recognizes eminent alumni who have … [Read more...]
Open letter to the community from Sen. Spencer Coggs
I have served this city for 29 years as a State Senator and State Representative and my integrity has never been questioned. Yet, in recent days there have been news accounts that have dragged my name … [Read more...]
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