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IBM is Helping Move Government and Industry Towards a Digital Transformation

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Whether you\’re looking to take your business up a notch with cloud space coverage, Cybersecurity solutions or ensure the product sourcing through blockchain technology, IBM continues to provide the innovative solutions both government and industries need to thrive and carry out their mission, shaping the future of government and industry. IBM held its second annual […]

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Ward 8 Now Has a Sit Down Restaurant: Busboys and Poets Welcomes the Community

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It was a too good to be true two days ago on Tuesday, March 12, for the Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening of Busboys and Poets in Ward 8 at 2004 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue in Southeast Washington, DC. \”It\’s been a long time coming,\” says Andy Shallal, owner of Busboys and Poets at the

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How Long Will it Take Congress to Design a State of the Art Federal Privacy Data Policy for the American People?

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Once upon a time when a person wanted some privacy, they could simply close their blinds, or close their bedroom door so their juicy conversation didn\’t carry over into the kitchen.  Today, people have less control over who has access to their private information beyond the blinds and closing the bedroom door for some privacy.

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\’We Are A Community That Likes To Be Involved,\’ Health and Safety Are Concerns

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The 5A Advisory Neighborhood Commission held their monthly meeting on Wednesday at Bernie Backus, UDC.  Not sure if it\’s the topic on the agenda or more of an interest in community drawing the numbers, but it was well attended.  This as many developments are underway in Ward 5 such as Providence Hospital going through a

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Black Lives Matter during Black History Month with a Week of Action at Eastern Senior High School

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Black History Month was conceptualized by American Historian Carter G. Woodson to preserve the culture and heritage of blacks in America.  A tradition most celebrated in the United States during the calendar month of February.  During the celebration of Black History Month, many people have an opportunity to learn of the marvelous contributions to America,

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Kamala Harris and the Intersectionality of Being a Black Woman Voter

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Kamala Harris is a boss. Her confidence is truly inspirational. Watching her grill idiots, like Brett Kavanaugh, makes my day. On Martin Luther King Jr. Day she announced her presidential run. Her campaign posters even paid homage to the first Black woman to run for president, Shirley Chisholm. At the surface, this should be everything

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Moms Who Hustle Make Dreams Come True for District Residents

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Moms in the District will have an opportunity to make their dreams come true gaining financial and entrepreneurship skills through the recently launched Walker\’s Legacy Foundation\’s Moms Who Hustle 6-week program.  Walker\’s Legacy Foundation provides programming focused on improving financial literacy and financial empowerment skills for low-income, high potential multicultural women and girls. Walker\’s Legacy

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Mayor Bowser Promises a Fair Shot February

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Mayor Muriel Bowser held her Two term outlook at Gallaudet University lead by various panel discussions to highlight the progress made in the District.  This is certainty a new approach and strategy to present investing in DC values, providing affordable housing, a more inclusive city, and most importantly a way to show accountability throughout the

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