Confusion in the body positive community. One of my favorite things to do is watch Youtube videos. Recently, one of the Youtubers I subscribe to admitted that she had weight loss surgery. Almost immediately, there were videos and comments about how she was no longer “body positive.” For some reason there is a notion that …
Today could\’ve well been \”Heart Health Awareness Month,\” because the hearts of America and American\’s were on both ends of the spectrum on Capitol Hill this morning. From either direction, the mega hertz were unleashing at a voltage not sure the current broadband system or healthcare system could handle. Need Life Line The Healthcare bill …
In a few weeks from today, many people will embark upon a new journey, or some will be back in the swing of things completing their college course curriculum\’s. Nonetheless, where does the value lie in the institution, student or student loan debt? Asset Breakdown The institution is simply a building without administrators, faculty, facility …
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Someone get TOP DAWG on the line – it\’s a heat wave in Washington, but it won\’t stop the Damn Pop Up held on Friday in Georgetown at UBIQ clothing store. Not sure how humble you can be in the scourging heat, blazing the beautiful people in line. Not sure if anyone was able to sit down …
It was a hot Wednesday morning for the Multicultural Media, Telecom and Internet Council 15th Annual Access to Capital and Telecom Policy Conference held at the Westin Hotel, in Georgetown. Once inside, the start of the panel discussions cooled off the crowd. Talking broadcast media in an era of \”fake news,\” not to mention infusing …
Diversify Media. Women of color need more representation. My illustrations in college were once called “distracting” because they had dark skin! The fashion industry must share this thought process. Across the board, they have failed to accommodate women of color. Can you name five black models from the last 10 years? In the plus size …
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On February 15, 2015, The DC Voice wrote an article about the future plans for Brookland Manor. \”Mid-City Financial Reveals New Brookland Manor Plans\” was one of our first articles on upcoming changes to Saratoga Avenue in Ward 5. I drove through Saratoga today and realized that the transformation is starting. The fences are up …
Tonight is the night is get your voice heard! Show up and address your concerns or express issues which maybe pending progress of the community. In order to follow up on unresolved issues raised by the Ward 5 community, Councilmember McDuffie request a special Roundtable held by the DC Council Committee on Transportation and the …
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In response to the community’s advocacy the mayor is withdrawing the proposed contract for the lease agreement at 2215/2219 Adams Place NE. The community alerted Councilmember McDuffie to their issues with this contract and he discussed it with the Mayor and filed a Disapproval Resolution. Yesterday, the Councilmember met with Deputy City Administrator Donahue and …
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Embrace your body and enjoy your wedding day. From the moment I got engaged, I knew I wanted a small wedding. I always say that I am missing the bride gene because I didn’t spend my childhood planning out my big day like most girls. My wedding plans consisted of “Small wedding, no reception, Dad must …
