Gun violence has always been prevalent in the United States. It's reached epidemic proportions in the last ten years or more. I cannot remember the last time that I read a newspaper and tuned into the morning or evening newscast to find the lead story that involved someone being shot. It appears gun violence has permeated every corner of our society without exception, yet it still appears to affect communities of color at a much higher rate.
There have been a record number of events centered around gun violence lately--but the Delaware County Black Caucus event intentionally approached the gun violence issue head-on with a series of panels, showing all sides of the issue and its impact on families, communities, government, and law enforcement.
Following introductions and prayer, Pine Forge Academy Choir set the tone for the rest of the event as the young people gracefully filed in, enveloping the room with their melodic voices singing "Black National Anthem" in perfect pitch.
Who is the Delaware County Black Caucus?
Delaware County Black Caucus' mission is to serve as an information and advocacy vehicle to advance the interest and improve the overall quality of life for African American citizens of Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
Delaware County Black Caucus' structure is different from most organizations in that they don't follow the traditional hierarchy of most organizations; they have no titles of president or vice president. The leadership of DCBC is comprised of Conveners William Felder, Myron McNeely, Lanna Minor, Senator Anthony H. Williams, and Malcolm Yates. This is to ensure that leadership is evenly spread out and no one individual needs to bear the entire burden of leadership.
Panel # 1: Understanding the Problem
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