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BAD TEACHERS ARE RARELY FIRED. WHY?
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 17 March 2011
The process for firing teachers is linked to current reform efforts to include student performance in teacher evaluation. The latter should cause ineffective teachers to be detected and removed sooner, ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 17 March 2011
The process for firing teachers is linked to current reform efforts to include student performance in teacher evaluation. The latter should cause ineffective teachers to be detected and removed sooner, ... read more >>
An Open Letter to Governor Jerry Brown: Smart on Crime Solutions to the Budget
Written by Aqeela Sherrills 11 March 2011
Dear Governor Jerry Brown,In 1992, several key organizers in the Watts Community, including myself, organized a peace treaty between warring gangs in Los Angeles that changed the quality of life in our ... read more >>
Written by Aqeela Sherrills 11 March 2011
Dear Governor Jerry Brown,In 1992, several key organizers in the Watts Community, including myself, organized a peace treaty between warring gangs in Los Angeles that changed the quality of life in our ... read more >>
Honor Our Women
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 11 March 2011
Wellington's RoadIt's Women's Month and that means it's time to pay extra attention to the women in our lives. All of us, men, women, and children, have a woman in our lives that has had some form of influence ... read more >>
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 11 March 2011
Wellington's RoadIt's Women's Month and that means it's time to pay extra attention to the women in our lives. All of us, men, women, and children, have a woman in our lives that has had some form of influence ... read more >>
A Lesson in Republican Hypocrisy and Distortions
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 11 March 2011
Is the modern Republican Party really "the party of Lincoln," and responsible for freeing the slaves? I don't think so. But the GOP regularly, routinely, and with a straight face makes that claim. One ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 11 March 2011
Is the modern Republican Party really "the party of Lincoln," and responsible for freeing the slaves? I don't think so. But the GOP regularly, routinely, and with a straight face makes that claim. One ... read more >>
Try Try Again
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 11 March 2011
I once had more confidence. Free of arrogance, my intelligence allowed me great prominence. I felt as if there was no obstacle strong enough to detour my path. I lost track, and lately, I have taken several ... read more >>
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 11 March 2011
I once had more confidence. Free of arrogance, my intelligence allowed me great prominence. I felt as if there was no obstacle strong enough to detour my path. I lost track, and lately, I have taken several ... read more >>
Is "Homie Love" Real?
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 11 March 2011
Can you give someone something that you do not have? To have reallove for someone, first you have to "really" love yourself. Most people agreethat when someone really loves themselves, they try to put ... read more >>
Written by Jeorald Pitts/Lil Tone 11 March 2011
Can you give someone something that you do not have? To have reallove for someone, first you have to "really" love yourself. Most people agreethat when someone really loves themselves, they try to put ... read more >>
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa: Thank you!!!
Written by Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa 11 March 2011
Education reform has always been a cornerstone of my administration. This week I've visited several schools and witnessed the positive impact that reform and providing students with new approaches to learning ... read more >>
Written by Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa 11 March 2011
Education reform has always been a cornerstone of my administration. This week I've visited several schools and witnessed the positive impact that reform and providing students with new approaches to learning ... read more >>
Black Women's History:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 11 March 2011
Celebrating Miracles, Wonders and StruggleThis is the month for celebrating the miracles and wonders we call Black women, that other half of our community which makes us, as a people, whole, these equal ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 11 March 2011
Celebrating Miracles, Wonders and StruggleThis is the month for celebrating the miracles and wonders we call Black women, that other half of our community which makes us, as a people, whole, these equal ... read more >>
The Bridge: Going Blackwards
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 11 March 2011
Sometimes the greatest step forward is made while looking back.In America, Black people imagine that they have made progress. The truth is that in many ways, we have gone backwards, but not on purpose. ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 11 March 2011
Sometimes the greatest step forward is made while looking back.In America, Black people imagine that they have made progress. The truth is that in many ways, we have gone backwards, but not on purpose. ... read more >>
Wisconsin gov hurts state's future
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 11 March 2011
While the conflict over basic labor rights continues in Madison, sparking support from across the country, we shouldn't lose sight of the other side of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker's agenda: slashing investment ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 11 March 2011
While the conflict over basic labor rights continues in Madison, sparking support from across the country, we shouldn't lose sight of the other side of Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker's agenda: slashing investment ... read more >>
The King of Pop & Plant-It Earth
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 11 March 2011
A fascination with vegetation Michael Joseph Jackson's Neverland ranch was a virtual sanctuary for an assortment of animals, but little attention is drawn to the fact that it was also a verdant oasis where ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 11 March 2011
A fascination with vegetation Michael Joseph Jackson's Neverland ranch was a virtual sanctuary for an assortment of animals, but little attention is drawn to the fact that it was also a verdant oasis where ... read more >>
ASSAULT ON LABOR: WISCONSIN IS AMERICA
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 11 March 2011
The national budget crisis exposes an anti-labor sentiment that reflects America's staunchly conservative underbelly.Wisconsin's Republican governor Scott Walker proposes legislation that would strip most ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 11 March 2011
The national budget crisis exposes an anti-labor sentiment that reflects America's staunchly conservative underbelly.Wisconsin's Republican governor Scott Walker proposes legislation that would strip most ... read more >>
Nothing moral about devastating Republican plans
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 04 March 2011
When told that Republican spending cuts could eliminate hundreds of thousands of jobs at a time when 25 million people are already in need of full-time work, House Speaker John Boehner said, "So be it."This ... read more >>
Written by Rev. Jesse Jackson (Columnist) 04 March 2011
When told that Republican spending cuts could eliminate hundreds of thousands of jobs at a time when 25 million people are already in need of full-time work, House Speaker John Boehner said, "So be it."This ... read more >>
Michael & the Monkey
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 04 March 2011
Will animals be resurrected? Recently, I received the following Facebook message from "Sandra," a woman that I've never seen or met before. After a pleasant greeting she writes: "I have to tell you I am ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Firpo W. Carr (Columnist) 04 March 2011
Will animals be resurrected? Recently, I received the following Facebook message from "Sandra," a woman that I've never seen or met before. After a pleasant greeting she writes: "I have to tell you I am ... read more >>
The Bridge: Fear & Lies
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 04 March 2011
One thing I have learned well in my life is that there is no need for courage if there is nothing to fear.I speak at high schools whenever I am called. Sometimes, I call.I take it as part of my duty as ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James (Columnist) 04 March 2011
One thing I have learned well in my life is that there is no need for courage if there is nothing to fear.I speak at high schools whenever I am called. Sometimes, I call.I take it as part of my duty as ... read more >>
I understand
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 04 March 2011
The frustration of a healthy and giving you,covered by fear inside a spiteful spew. I understand why, refusing to open your eyes,when in front of you is security, for which you are blind. Why when your ... read more >>
Written by Alfonzo Tucker (Columnist) 04 March 2011
The frustration of a healthy and giving you,covered by fear inside a spiteful spew. I understand why, refusing to open your eyes,when in front of you is security, for which you are blind. Why when your ... read more >>
A Retrospective Against GOP Revisionism
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 04 March 2011
I hate to base an entire article on an ad hominem, but the GOP is proving to be such an manipulative, disingenuous, and petulent bunch that it's virtually impossible to discuss their machinations without ... read more >>
Written by Eric L. Wattree Sr. (Columnist) 04 March 2011
I hate to base an entire article on an ad hominem, but the GOP is proving to be such an manipulative, disingenuous, and petulent bunch that it's virtually impossible to discuss their machinations without ... read more >>
Nothing Less Than Liberation:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 04 March 2011
Supporting Tunisia, Egypt and LibyaSurely, we cannot pay too much homage to the people of North Africa and everywhere, who thru defiant determination, sacrifice and sustained struggle are paying an awesome ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga (Columnist) 04 March 2011
Supporting Tunisia, Egypt and LibyaSurely, we cannot pay too much homage to the people of North Africa and everywhere, who thru defiant determination, sacrifice and sustained struggle are paying an awesome ... read more >>
ERIC LEE: A CLEAR ALTERNATIVE IN BOARD DISTRICT I
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 04 March 2011
Education is the civil rights issue of the 21st century yet schools continue to fail Black students. Little is done to remedy the education establishments' near criminal failure, perpetuated by the silence ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry (Columnist) 04 March 2011
Education is the civil rights issue of the 21st century yet schools continue to fail Black students. Little is done to remedy the education establishments' near criminal failure, perpetuated by the silence ... read more >>
Remembering and Re-Reading Woodson:
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
Envisioning an Emancipatory EducationClearly, in this important month and historical moment of celebrating Black History thru remembrance and recommitment to ever-deeper study and emancipatory practice, ... read more >>
Written by Dr. Maulana Karenga, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
Envisioning an Emancipatory EducationClearly, in this important month and historical moment of celebrating Black History thru remembrance and recommitment to ever-deeper study and emancipatory practice, ... read more >>
The Argument Over Black History Month
Written by Darryl James, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
We are now at the end of another Black History Month.We have some Black History in the making, especially with the first Black President.However, some of us are also in the middle of silly arguments over ... read more >>
Written by Darryl James, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
We are now at the end of another Black History Month.We have some Black History in the making, especially with the first Black President.However, some of us are also in the middle of silly arguments over ... read more >>
The new geography: Today The Middle East tomorrow Zamunda
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
Who knew that Northern Africa had been annexed into it's own little continent affectionately referred to in US media reports as The Middle East?I mean, yes it's true that the US has never had a great relationship ... read more >>
Written by Jasmyne A. Cannick, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
Who knew that Northern Africa had been annexed into it's own little continent affectionately referred to in US media reports as The Middle East?I mean, yes it's true that the US has never had a great relationship ... read more >>
BLACK YOUTH: EVIDENCE OF A DARKER REALITY WITH HOPE
Written by Larry Aubry, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
Second of two parts The Black Youth Project addresses core conditions, norms and values that shape the lives of African American youth. The purpose of the research is to act as a corrective to both popular ... read more >>
Written by Larry Aubry, (Columnist) 24 February 2011
Second of two parts The Black Youth Project addresses core conditions, norms and values that shape the lives of African American youth. The purpose of the research is to act as a corrective to both popular ... read more >>
At Least We're Not Dying from AIDS: a Retrospective
Written by Michael Hinson 11 February 2011
At Least We're Not Dying from AIDS: a RetrospectiveBy Michael HinsonMonday, February 7, 2011 was National Black AIDS Awareness Day, a day of reflection about HIV disease in Black communities all around ... read more >>
Written by Michael Hinson 11 February 2011
At Least We're Not Dying from AIDS: a RetrospectiveBy Michael HinsonMonday, February 7, 2011 was National Black AIDS Awareness Day, a day of reflection about HIV disease in Black communities all around ... read more >>
Black is...
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 10 February 2011
...a color like no other,With a depth unseen,Smooth and luxurious,Bold and undeniable,It's all the colors,Tumbling into another,Mixing and making,A rich and new distinction,Misunderstood, yet always,Wanted ... read more >>
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer) 10 February 2011
...a color like no other,With a depth unseen,Smooth and luxurious,Bold and undeniable,It's all the colors,Tumbling into another,Mixing and making,A rich and new distinction,Misunderstood, yet always,Wanted ... read more >>
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