Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor In the middle of my committee meeting this week, the absurdity of the mask mandate was on full display. Funny thing is that the word “mask” or … [Read more...]
The Value of the Public’s Trust is Priceless
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz When a person runs for elected office, it is not something that is done lightly. Once elected and even during the campaign, elected officials are scrutinized, their lives … [Read more...]
Real Answers About the COVID-19 Vaccines
By Dr. O’Rell R. Williams From the moment COVID-19 emerged in the United States, we have all been asked to make sacrifices to protect ourselves, our families and our neighbors from this … [Read more...]
We Hold These Truths: Well Not Exactly
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor An 1861 Lynching Haunts Us Today In 1861 or 2021, the word “lynching’ evokes the same stomach churning and nauseated response. Most often … [Read more...]
Sickle Cell Anemia: A Clarion Call
By LaKeshia N. Myers As a teenager in the 1990s, life was good. I had no real responsibilities and a friend group rivaled by the (middle school) masses, and to top it off, we had the perfect … [Read more...]
It’s Time to End The Assault on Voting Rights
By Alex Lasry The assault on voting rights across America continues with Texas becoming the latest state to pass new restrictive voting laws since the 2020 election. Nineteen states have now … [Read more...]
Texas Abortion Ban: Women Are Ready for This Fight
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor There are days that I have asked the question: Am I Black first or am I a woman first? The reality is that the world sees my skin before it … [Read more...]
I Refuse; I Won’t Let Nobody Steal My Joy
By LaKeshia N. Myers Having grown up in the Baptist church, hearing the music of gospel quartets is just as normal as celebrating Christmas. The songs, most often sung by male choruses, are … [Read more...]
The People of Milwaukee Have Spoken Again: Defund the Police
African American Roundtable Releases Statement on City’s Budget Hearing Today, the African American Roundtable released the following statement in response to the City of Milwaukee’s Budget Public … [Read more...]
Welcome Back to the 2021-22 School Year!
Dear MPS Families and Staff, I hope you have all had a fun summer with your families and friends. We had a wonderful time cheering on students at MacDowell Montessori School for the first day of … [Read more...]
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