Gun Violence Violence in this country is at an all time high. It’s shocking knowing that our younger generation are being lost to gun violence. As of April 2024 there were 5, 043 gun related deaths in the US according to an article published by Pew Research Center. This is an alarming number of gunContinue reading “Gun Violence”
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Renting vs Home-Ownership
Renting vs. Home Ownership I understand that home ownership seems impossible for most of us but there are great advantages with owning a home. There are more disadvantages for renters for instance, the average monthly rent payment for a one bedroom unit is around $1,600. 00 a month in an undesirable community. With a rentContinue reading “Renting vs Home-Ownership”
Economic Opportunity
Economic Opporunity What does it Mean Economic Opportunity is comprehensive and extensive. Let’s simplify its meaning, here are two basic examples of Economic Opportunity. It refers to a situation that allows someone to do something they want to do, or it can also refer to the organization of money, trade, and industry in a society,Continue reading “Economic Opportunity”
Core Values of a President
Core Values of a President Research indicates that a person that holds the office of the President of The United States should reflect a commitment to the core values and principles of the office. Leadership and Integrity: The president should lead with honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior. Integrity is crucial in making decisions that impactContinue reading “Core Values of a President”
Why Voting is Crucial!
Why Voting is Crucial Representation: Voting ensures that your voice is heard in the decision-making process. Elected officials make decisions on issues that affect your daily life, in education, healthcare, and infrastructure. By voting, you help choose leaders who align with your views. Democratic Participation: In a democracy, voting is a fundamental way to beContinue reading “Why Voting is Crucial!”
The Kind of Country I Want to Live In!!
The Kind of Country I Want to Live In When I wake up in the morning I want to know with confidence that my freedoms remainintact. I do not want the government to dictate what is done to a woman’s body. I wantto be able to read a wide selection of books. I want toContinue reading “The Kind of Country I Want to Live In!!”
“Efforts to Erase Black History
“ 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”
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”
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