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 […]
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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 […]
Posted inElection 2024
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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Posted inPolitics
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 […]
Posted inElection 2024
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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Posted inEvents
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 […]
Posted inCommunity
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 […]
Posted inPolitics
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 […]
Posted inSports
Cynt Marshall to Retire as Mavs CEO at Year’s End
Dallas Mavericks Chief Executive Officer, Cynt Marshall has announced that she will retire from her position effective December 31, 2024. She will remain with the organization as a consultant through December 2025. Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont expressed his gratitude by saying that, “Cynt Marshall is a force of nature. I like to say her superpower […]
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One Year into its Siege, Activists and Community Leaders Demand Accountability for Gaza
On Saturday, Palestinian organizers were joined by several prominent community leaders and activists for a protest commemorating the struggle for liberation in the first year of the Siege on Gaza. As Israeli leadership has succeeded in sparking a greater conflict in the Middle East with recent missile strikes against Lebanon and Syria, Americans of conscience seek options in sending a message to government leaders – while elections are just around the corner.
