Around The City

No Loans, Land & Restricted Resources, the Survival of the Black Farmer

A plant requires sunlight and water to survive. Moreover, if a farmer lacks the necessary water, equipment, and resources their crops will grow scarce. Ultimately, they end up out of the farming business.  Out of business, or nearly on the verge, is where many Black farmers find themselves. It\’s very rare that conversations on our

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#TULUMTaughtMe Love of Culture & Understanding

Back in 2013, before Presidential contender Donald Trump thought about building up walls targeted to protect the Mexican boarder, reporter Mindy Jo had a conversation with Rev. Jesse Jackson to understand if it\’s necessary that American\’s be forced to learn Spanish.  With many forces beyond our control these days, Spanish isn\’t so bad, after all we

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Did DUSTY or DALLAS Hold the Throne Down at DC Armory?

The cards were stacked high Friday, May 13th at DC Stadium Armory when RocNation presented throne boxing with most in attendance anticipating to see hometown hero, Hernandez-Harrison defeat Dallas, Jr.  Before the main event Sam Crossed defeated Damion Reed in a packed action four round bout fight.  In round two Crossed delivered many body shots

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Understanding and Embracing Culture: Adventures in Indonesia

Apa Kabar? means \”how are you\” in the Indonesian language. Now sound it out, give it a try! The month of May honors Asian American Pacific Islanders, and three years ago, reporter Mindy Jo had the opportunity to visit Jakarta Indonesia, Bali and many other provinces.  While visiting Jakarta Indonesia, she was approached by young

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Taking it Back to Indonesia: Honoring AAPI Heritage Month

It\’s been exactly three years and two days since I last visited Indonesia, and in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month I thought it would be tremendous to share my journey to the Unknown.  Why Indonesia you might ask?  It\’s quite simple. While attending the University of the District of Columbia, my colleague

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