How often do you use your smartphone to search the 27 Amendments to the United States Constitution? Chances are if you\’re not concentrating on passing the bar, or becoming a paralegal, or a political science college major, Civics class is probably where you stopped reading the US Constitution. Now is a fine time to pick …
There are two images that continue to haunt me when watching George Floyd’s life drain away under the knee of a sadistic policeman. It’s the words Floyd gasped as he made his final pleas for mercy; “Please, sir” and a call for mom. Every Black man worth anything has to feel the pain and agony …
Please, Sir … a Call for Mom – Enough is Enough! Read More »
Reprint of June 5, 2018 Press Release Washington, DC – Yesterday, Councilmember Kenyan R. McDuffie, Chair of the Committee on Business and Economic Development, introduced three pieces of legislation in response to recent incidents of gun violence in the District of Columbia: The Center for Firearm Violence Prevention Research Establishment Act of 2018 The Neighborhood …
McDuffie Introduces Legislation in Response to Recent Gun Violence Read More »
Amidst a shortage of affordable housing nationwide, block by block of the District is being devoured by high-rise condos, pop-up town homes or lavish multi-story single-family homes as the number of make-shift tents under overpasses and bridges increases. Affordable housing is becoming an oxymoron as families have to decide between paying rent, buying groceries, …
How Affordable is Affordable Housing? Ask Extremely Low Income Renters Read More »
Moving from New York City to the Metropolitan City was a much different scene in the 80\’s. Certainly, the only skyscrapers buildings you\’ll see in the District is the Monument. Upon her arrival, Kathy Henderson not only found the scenery different, but how community concerns were addressed seemed much different as well. At the time, …
The DC Voice Talks with Ward 5 Candidate Kathy Henderson at the Wilson Building Read More »
Spring has officially sprung! With summer right around the corner, let’s discuss everyone’s favorite summer staple; swimwear. If you’re anything like me, the pool or beach is the main hangout during the summer. Part of the reason I created Undie-fined is because finding stylish plus size swimwear can be a hassle. With all the brands …
