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Chancellor Williams and Race Organization (Pt 2)

“Actual unity will be achieved, not by preaching, pleading or exhortations, but almost unconsciously as people work together for mutual benefits to each other and the advancement of the race as a whole. Meaningful, practical activities that involve--even children in attacking the problems of our race will be the cement in which we will call unity.” Dr. Chancellor Williams

First Lady Lori Shapiro and Agriculture Secretary Redding celebrate National Farmworker Awareness Week at Quality Greenhouses

In recognition of National Farmworkers Awareness Week, First Lady

Shapiro Administration, ID/A Advocates highlight transformative budget proposal for Intellectual Disability and Autism Services, workforce to ensure Pennsylvanians get the services they need

PHILADELPHIA, PA, March 22, 2024 – Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh joined leadership from Vision for Equality, self-advocates, and families from across Pennsylvania for a roundtable discussion about the life-changing investments included in Governor Josh Shapiro’s 202425 proposed budget, which includes major investments in home- and community-based services for Pennsylvanians with intellectual disabilities and autism (ID/A) as well as reimbursement rates for providers to enable them to increase wages for direct support professionals who provide essential care and support every day.

A History Untold: The Philadelphia Sheriff's Office under Sheriff Rochelle Bilal

On January 6, 2020, I was sworn into the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, promising change to the residents of Philadelphia.

Baltimore bridge collapses after powerless cargo ship rams into support column; 6 presumed dead

BALTIMORE (AP) — A cargo ship lost power and rammed into a major bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, destroying the span in a matter of seconds and plunging it into the river in a terrifying collapse that could disrupt a vital shipping port for months.

Is it an electric car or a Bidenmobile? Greening of transportation gets political

When you think about it, there’s not much rational reason for electric vehicles to be a partisan political issue.

Israel does not have the right to reduce Gaza to rubble

As the horror in Gaza deepens, anyone trying to follow announced US policy would suffer from whiplash.

Sadie T.M. Alexander

As we pause to acknowledge, celebrate, and honor Women's History Month, it is incumbent upon us to recognize the many exceptional Black Women who pioneered and blazed trails that not only opened doors for themselves but rendered stellar service to humanity leaving an awesome legacy for others to follow and emulate.

Mary Sanchez: A Princess, the press and a plea for privacy

The princess fed her vultures.

A biased test kept thousands of Black people from getting a kidney transplant. It's finally changing

Jazmin Evans had been waiting for a new kidney for four years when her hospital revealed shocking news: She should have been put on the transplant list in 2015 instead of 2019 — and a racially biased organ test was to blame.

The Life Story of Rev.Robert "Bobby" Collier Jr.

On May 9, 1970, a bouncing baby boy came into this world to bring joy to his parents, Reverends Doctors Robert Collier Sr. and Maxcine Selby Collier.

Celebrating Jannie L. Blackwell

Jannie L. Blackwell is a fireball of energy who even after leaving City Hall, is still making a positive difference in the lives of many Philadelphians.

States move to shore up voting rights protections after courts erode federal safeguards

An appeals court ruling that weakened a key part of the Voting Rights Act is spurring lawmakers in several states to enact state-level protections to plug gaps that the ruling opened in the landmark federal law aimed at prohibiting racial discrimination in voting.

Why I preach to the choir

Several people have asked me why I spend so much time and energy on this column, which is read mainly (if not exclusively) by people who already share my views and values.

Joe Biden's campaign could use some star power. Paging Taylor Swift?

President Joe Biden’s team looks to Taylor Swift for a touchdown. Considering the obvious ability that pop star Taylor Swift and her NFL star boyfriend, Travis Kelce, have shown for stealing the limelight, it comes as little surprise that, without even trying, they have generated their own conspiracy theory, too.

Fearless Fund continues the fight against Defenders of White Supremacy

“Honestly, I actually have the same belief as the plaintiff. I would like a world where race-based things do not matter.

Let's Celebrate Our Heritage

Black History Month is when we (African Americans) tell who we are as individuals and as a race.

Are Americans financially educated on retirement savings?

Financial education helps people learn about savings, credit, and loans.

Pennsylvania governor seeks billions for schools and development in budget that envisions legal weed

Governor Josh Shapiro presented his 2024-25 budget proposal to the General Assembly and to the people of Pennsylvania - sharing his 'get stuff done' approach and vision to create more opportunity and continue deliveringreal solutions to the most pressing issues Pennsylvanians face. By prioritizing economic opportunity and access to higher education, making historic investments in public education, supporting law enforcement and public safety, ensuring people receive the care they need, and funding critical initiatives to help Pennsylvanians from our cities to our farmlands - this budget will deliver real results for the Commonwealth.

Two Notable Alumnae Named WCU's 2024 Drum Majors for Justice

At the West Chester University Martin Luther King Jr. Brunch on January 26, 2024, two highly accomplished alumnae were recognized as Drum Majors for Justice.

Oneness of the Blacks and the Power of Images

The second powerful image on the cover of Oneness of the Blacks is that of the Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey.

Republicans seek to gain by dividing Americans

Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott is openly defying a Supreme Court ruling that confirms what was already well established: the federal government is in charge of our borders.

Drive 'n Drop Shoe Event

Join True Light Fellowship Church on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 10 am to 2 pm for their Drive ‘n Drop Shoe fundraiser.

Urgent need to address health equity at intersection of American Heart Month and Black History Month 2024

Black Americans have the highest incidence of cardiac arrest outside of the hospital and are significantly less likely to survive.[1]

An up close look at how the City Commissioners Office operates

Just a few weeks ago, it was announced that there will be a new Chair for the Philadelphia City Commissioners, Commissioner Omar Sabir.

African Genius and Originality

Over the years, I have shared information about the accomplishments of Africans that largely go unrecognized and overlooked due to a deliberate campaign to suppress, obfuscate, and ignore African people and our history.

The Child Tax Credit: Moving Forward

On Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan tax package that included elements of the historic 2021 Child Tax Credit (CTC) expansion.

School District of Philadelphia Leadership delivers Inaugural State of Public Education Address

January 30, 2024—School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony B. Watlington, Sr., Ed.D., delivered the first State of Public Education address.

Prisoners in the US are part of a hidden workforce linked to hundreds of popular food brands (pt. 2)

Calvin Thomas, who spent more than 17 years at Angola, said anyone who refused to work, didn’t produce enough, or just stepped outside the long straight rows knew there would be consequences.

A Bible kind of LOVE

First, we must love GOD.