“ The Efforts to Erase Black History For generations there have been discussions by Conservative Republicans to erode the major contributions that people of color have made and continue to make in shaping this country. Some content of this narrative was taken from the website Governing.com. Jabari Simama a former President: Chief of Staff: ViceContinue reading ““Efforts to Erase Black History”
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Respect
Respect We often hear people talk about respect. There are several ways Respect is defined, and one of the definitions given is due regards for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others. It’s very disrespectful the way that people of color are treated in this country for the past four hundred years and counting. Continue reading “Respect”
What is Your Plan B?
What’s Your Plan B Every morning at 10am Dr. Boyce Watkins who is a finance professor hosts a zoom meeting on Financial Consciousness. Today’s lecture focused on your plan B, What IF ? What if you no longer have your job? Will your family be able to sustain the standard of living that you haveContinue reading “What is Your Plan B?”
Taxation
Taxation Taxation is defined as the imposition of compulsory levies on individuals or entities by governments in almost every country of the world. Taxation is used primarily to raise revenue for government expenditures, though it can serve other purposes as well. There is no question that government need funds or monies to perform services suchContinue reading “Taxation”
Compromised Justice System
Compromised Justice System There are those who want to dismantle our constitution as well as democracy. Our justice system was put in place as guard rails to protect the republic. Some decisions made by the supreme court of the United States are alarming. There are several rulings that are shocking but giving a sitting presidentContinue reading “Compromised Justice System”
The Private Prison System
Private Prison System Things we need to Know I have often wondered about the private prison system and how this (Private Prison) functions and operates. In this narrative the information you are about to read was taken from the website academy4sc.org. Did you know that the United States has the largest prison population in theContinue reading “The Private Prison System”
Being a Good Father
Being a Good Father The website Quora defines a good father as one (father) that plays an active role in the lives of their kids. As I look back through the lens of life, my father did not have an active role in my siblings or my life.. The absence of our father placed hugeContinue reading “Being a Good Father”
Opinions
Opinions Opinions are statements that are neither true or false! An opinion is a statement that expresses a feeling, an attitude, a value judgment, or a belief Les Brown, one of the greatest motivational speakers of all times during one of his lectures talks about how the opinions of some people labeled him mentally andContinue reading “Opinions”
Power and Influence
Power and Influence Upon googling Power the following definition was given……..The capacity or ability to direct or influence the behavior of others or the course of events. The question to me is what gives people Power? Money! When a person has power over you they can also manipulate your behavior to their advantage. While workingContinue reading “Power and Influence”
Dear Young Mother’s
Dear Young Mother’s Parenthood is and should be the happiest moment for new parents. Becoming a parent means tremendous responsibility, and sacrifice as well as a support system. Unfortunately for most young mother’s, the care for their child or children will surely have to be handled by the mother. Through the years, I’ve witnessed youngContinue reading “Dear Young Mother’s”
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