By Commissioner John Wiley Price Join me and VOTE AGAINST Republican Propositions S, T, and U at the bottom for your ballot.. These propositions are a direct assault on the progress we’ve achieved in our lifetimes. Think about it. Single-member districts? That wasn’t our grandparents’ fight – that was our fight, spanning two decades starting […]
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The Billionaire Behind the Bid to Break Dallas City Government
By Steven Monaccelli/Texas Observer At the August 21, 2024, meeting of the Dallas City Council, Joseph Porter stood at the podium and admonished the council members for allegedly “spreading misinformation” about three proposed city charter amendments, which one member has described as “draconian” and the mayor and all council members have publicly opposed. “Your outward […]
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This Black Queer Therapist Is Helping Black LGTBQ+ Folks Heal
by Nadira Jamerson It’s no secret that systemic racism exposes Black Americans to more trauma throughout their lifetime. It’s also clear that, with less than 4% of U.S. psychiatrists identifying as Black, it’s a struggle for Black folks to find culturally competent mental health care. But for Black LGBTQ+ folks navigating both racism and queerphobia, finding […]
Posted inFinance
Chase Bank & On the Road Lending: serving communities with empowerment
JPMorgan Chase & Co., commonly known as Chase Bank, has a longstanding reputation for innovation in financial services and direct community impact. On Thursday October 10th, JPMorgan hosted a community celebration at the Oak Cliff Chase Bank for it’s $1 million dollar investment with On the Road Lending. This Dallas-born program aims to bring banking […]
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Kamala Harris Has a Plan for Black Men. Trump Never Did
VP Harris wants to help Black men build wealth, provide for our families, and lead our communities. Trump wants to use us as political pawns.
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Dallas Voters to Decide on Civilian Pension Fund Reform
This November, Dallas voters will face a crucial decision on Proposition A, a charter amendment that could significantly impact the city’s civilian pension fund and its approximately 7,500 current and former employees. Understanding the Issue The proposed charter amendment addresses a $1.4 billion unfunded liability in the Employees’ Retirement Fund (ERF), which provides retirement benefits […]
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Obama’s Challenge to Black Men: Don’t Fall for Trump’s Lies
Obama is asking all men, including Black men, to rethink our relationship with women in positions of power, and to reevaluate our understanding of manhood.
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A First Timer’s Guide to LeDiner En Blanc Dallas
Le Diner en Blanc is a worldwide phenomenon that has captured the hearts of food and culture enthusiasts across the globe. This unique, invite-only pop-up picnic brings together thousands of people dressed head-to-toe in white to dine in an elegant outdoor setting. The event’s location remains a closely guarded secret until the last moment, adding […]
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Park South YMCA: A New Era of Community Wellness
The Park South YMCA celebrated a significant milestone with a groundbreaking ceremony that marks the beginning of a new era for community wellness and engagement. This state-of-the-art facility, set to be a cornerstone for the neighborhood, promises to offer a wide range of health, fitness, and social programs tailored to the diverse needs of the […]
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Our Rights Are Under Attack: Vote AGAINST Propositions S, T, and U
by Diane Ragsdale, Former Deputy Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Dallas In my years of service to our community, both on the Dallas City Council and as a lifelong social justice activist, I have never witnessed a threat to our rights as alarming as the one we face today. Propositions S, T, and U are being […]
