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...]
The Cost of Catalytic Converter Thefts
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor I have often lamented the fact, that so few constituents raise awareness about the everyday issues that negatively impact their lives. Of … [Read more...]
Dr. Gloria Gilmer: Wisconsin’s Own ‘Hidden Figure’
LaKeshia N. Myers “It could be old math; something that looks at the problem numerically and not theoretically. Math is always dependable.” These words were spoken by Taraji P. Henson in her … [Read more...]
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