Title: The Business of Incarceration: How Private Prisons Profit from Pain In America, the criminal justice system has become more than just a means of enforcing the law — for some, it’s a billion-dollar business. At the center of this profit-making machine is the private prison industry, where corporations make money by locking people up.Continue reading “How Private Prisons Profit From Pain!!!”
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What are our (US) Priorities
Billions for Prisons, Cuts for the People: What Are Our Priorities? While American schools beg for updated books, functioning air conditioners, and safe buildings, the federal government is writing half-billion-dollar checks to build new prisons. Quietly, and with little public discussion, the Bureau of Prisons is spending over $1.5 billion on new federal prison projectsContinue reading “What are our (US) Priorities”
A closer look at The Big Beautiful Bill: Who Wins
The Big Beautiful Bill: What’s Really in It for the People? The newly passed “Big Beautiful Bill” has been hailed by some as a monumental achievement. But as the dust settles, everyday Americans are beginning to ask—who really benefits from this massive legislation, and who stands to lose? Let’s break down the reality behind theContinue reading “A closer look at The Big Beautiful Bill: Who Wins”
The Republican Tax Code: Who Really Benefits!
Who Really Benefited from the Republican Tax Code Overhaul? When Republicans passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017, they promised to simplify the system, boost economic growth, and put more money in the pockets of everyday Americans. But who actually gained the most? Here’s how different groups were impacted: 🔹 Middle-Class Families:Continue reading “The Republican Tax Code: Who Really Benefits!”
The Missing Piece: Black Ownership In Everyday Business…..
The Missing Piece: Black Ownership in Everyday Business Drive through any predominantly Black neighborhood in America, and you’ll pass a dozen gas stations and convenience stores. These businesses operate in our communities, profit from our communities, but far too often, they are not owned by anyone from our communities. In fact, there are reportedly fewerContinue reading “The Missing Piece: Black Ownership In Everyday Business…..”
The Million-Dollar Silence:
The Million-Dollar Silence: How Businesses in Black Communities Take Without Giving Back Let’s be honest. Too many businesses operating in Black and Brown communities make millions of dollars each year, yet give absolutely nothing back to the neighborhoods that keep them thriving. These communities, many of which are impoverished and struggling, are filled with hardworkingContinue reading “The Million-Dollar Silence:”
Time for a Reset !!
The Criminal Justice System: Time for a Reset When we talk about criminal justice in America, we’re talking about more than courtrooms and prison cells — we’re talking about people, families, communities, and futures. At its best, the justice system should protect the innocent, rehabilitate those who stray, and create a safer society for everyone.Continue reading “Time for a Reset !!”
The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation…
The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation Economic desperation is something many people experience when they’re struggling just to make ends meet. It’s a harsh reality where basic needs—food, shelter, and safety—are difficult to secure, and options for improving the situation are limited. While there are a few unexpected lessons or outcomes that can comeContinue reading “The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation…”
America’s Most Dangerous States?
America’s Most Dangerous States — And a Beautiful Tourist Destination Tops the List When people think of danger in America, they often imagine crime-filled cities or struggling neighborhoods. But a recent study by U.S. News & World Report reveals a surprising truth: some of the most dangerous states in America in 2025 are also popularContinue reading “America’s Most Dangerous States?”
Enough is Enough: Why our gun laws need to change.
Enough Is Enough: Why Our Gun Laws Need to Change I’m deeply troubled by the continued rise in violent crime across America. In my home state of Georgia, the governor recently signed into law what’s known as the “open carry” law. While the intention behind this law may have been to allow law-abiding citizens toContinue reading “Enough is Enough: Why our gun laws need to change.”
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