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Daily Archives: May 21, 2008
My husband, the Rev. Edward Pinkney, is still sitting in the Berrien County Jail
Rev. Pinkney is a victim of a frame-up by Berrien County Court and Sheriff Department, which has a national reputation for police brutality and racism.
Viequenses support Barack Obama
Vieques is an exquisite white-sand-trimmed island, a jewel in the blue Caribbean, where the 10,000 Viequenses fight valiantly for cleanup of massive contamination left by the U.S. Navy.
Children’s Defense Fund calls Schwarzenegger’s revised budget shameful
In a state with the eighth largest economy in the world, it is a moral outrage that cuts to foster care, health coverage, cash assistance for children and food programs are even being considered.
‘Smart Cities’ reject redevelopment agencies
There are only three medium-sized cities in Northern California that have withstood pressure from a powerful Sacramento lobby, an army of lawyers, consultants, bond brokers and land developers.
Life after graduation
Because I have someone in my life who cares, I now have a future filled with possibilities and I look forward to what the future holds for me after graduation.
Outstanding California childcare providers recognized at State Capitol ceremony
The ceremony was held to recognize the important role that informal childcare providers play in raising preschool age children and preparing them for Kindergarten.
Former Black Press executive named NAACP president
“He represents taking the NAACP to the next level ... And he represents great promise and potential, not just for the organization, but for young people.”
The legal lynching of Black youth
I was devastated at how cold and heartless the judicial system can be when it comes to our Black babies.
A journey into sound: an interview wit’ Fiyawata
They say that balance is the key to the universe, yet there are only a few groups in Hip Hop that include male and female musicians.
Sean Bell’s killers acquitted
“There was a such thing as society prior to this parasitical system of imperialism. People dealt with their contradictions, and people need to be clear on that. We can deal with our own contradictions.”
Revolutionary Black psychologist honored for changing education and society
“Joseph White has made a fundamental shift in how ethnic minorities are viewed, understood and treated in American psychology.”
Tortured Sudanese journalist Sami Al-Hajj released after 7 years in Guantanamo
Sami Al-Hajj was released after spending more than seven years in U.S. custody. He was released without ever being prosecuted.
A permanent fixture of injustice: Child Protective Services
“I feel like there is racism, ageism and sexism in the CPS system,” said Alicia.
On the road toward health
Step by step, access to healthy living is increasing with community efforts.
Eve Ensler’s spectacular celebrates New Orleans women
“I’ve been trying to free myself of Katrina’s grasp. ... With what I’ve gone through, I should be just stark raving mad by now, but I’m able to go on.”
Towards African-American unity and a Black united front
“Dr. King wants the same thing I want: freedom.” – Malcolm X