By Steven Monacelli Over half a century ago, a coalition of activists, lawyers, religious leaders, elected officials and other prominent community members in Dallas banded together to end institutionalized racism and oppression first experienced under chatel slavery and later recodified into the Jim Crow Laws that drew red lines and meted out violent punishment based […]
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OP-ED: The Power of Mentorship
Op-Ed By David C. Williams During Black History Month, I’m reflecting on various areas in the Black community and what contributions I could make to improve certain conditions. One concept that is near and dear to me is the idea and implementation of mentorship. I’ve only had two professional goals. One is to create significant […]
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Standardized Testing and Discrimination
Standardized testing in Texas has a history of leaving minorities behind. The Texas Testing System: A History The implication that the standardized testing system may have some discriminatory links is far from a new one. In “In fact, if you flash back to about 15 years ago to 2007, you’ll find an article by Fairtest.org […]
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Eddie Bernice Johnson: Making History In Dallas For Fifty Years
After serving the people and making history for fifty years, Eddie Bernice Johnson is ready to pass the torch. Eddie Bernice Johnson, entered politics after 16 years of working as a psychiatric nurse at the Dallas Veterans Administration, after a push by Dallas Pastor of St. Luke Community United Methodist Church, Rev. Zan Wesley Holmes […]
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The Evolution of Erykah Badu is the Evolution of Dallas’ Music Scene
When you think of the Dallas music scene and you combine that with R&B, Neo-Soul, and Hip- Hop, you instantly think of The Erykah Badu, often called the “Queen of Neo-Soul”. And if you’re from Dallas or even reside in Dallas, it’s a joy to know that this amazing soul lives amongst us. Erykah is an integral part […]
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She Represents: Keyondra Lockett
Keyondra Lockett is a soulful inspirational artist with a Fervor for Kingdom building. Keyondra is one of the original members of gospel group Zie’l and shares the accomplishment of 2x Stellar Award Nominee. Keyondra has shared the stage with artists such as Yolanda Adams, Karen Clark, Kierra Sheard, The Clark Sisters, Livrè, Tye Tribett, Kirk […]
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Black History Maker in Health: Ples Montgomery
By Steven Monacelli In 1970, the Dallas Black Panthers had just gotten their charter to become an official chapter of the Black Panther Party. Prior to becoming an official chapter, several of the founding members had operated in the 1960s under the banners of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee and later the National Committee to […]
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Roland Parish Student Athlete of the Week: Laila George
By Ebony Carrington of Oowee Sports Nation Team: HSAA and American Freedom Position(s): Pitcher and Utility School: Acellus Academy (Online Learning Academy) Age: 14 Grade: Freshman Inspiration comes in many forms. For some it’s a quote from a favorite author, a public figure or a family member. For 14-year-old Laila George, her mother and the […]
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Jasmine Crockett: Making History A Term At A Time
For her, getting the approval and support from the people rather than through any backroom deals. She stated that she was chosen by the people and obtained her position by going out and speaking with the constituents. Not only that, but, as she stated, she has the tangible record to prove and back her political record.Â
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Preserved by Purpose: TIPs on Getting Your Prayers Answered
“You need to be targeted, intentional and purposeful.” A friend of mine shared these words with me last week as he offered advice on creating and building small businesses. As he continued, he explained that in his over 30 years of experience mentoring businesses those were the three things that he saw that made the […]