by Toter - 7 months ago
(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – Dallas City Council adopted a plan today that ensures the funding soundness of the Dallas Police and Fire Pension System and protects the pension benefits of all police and fire first-responders – both active and retired. The city’s Plan will fully fund DPFPS withi...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(CNN staff) – Former President Donald Trump delivered more than 30 false claims during Tuesday’s presidential debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, CNN’s preliminary count found – as he did during his June debate against President Joe Biden.Trump again delivered a staggering quantity and vari...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(Special to The Dallas Examiner) – More than $187 million in contracts for key components of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Master Plan, marking a major step towards transforming Dallas into a world-class convention destination, was awarded Wednesday by the Dallas City Council.The...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(The Texas Tribune) – Upgrades to the system Texas uses to collect student, staff and financial data from school districts are causing serious concerns among school administrators and data specialists across the state who say the changes have led to thousands of unresolved errors that could potentia...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(Sponsored by JPMorganChase) – Credit cards can be an important tool toward building a healthy financial future. When used responsibly, credit cards can help you establish a solid credit history, making it easier to finance larger purchases – like a home or vehicle – in the future.& & Even i...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(OtherWords.org) – In this back-to-school season, millions of American students are returning to classrooms where the wrong course, lesson or textbook can lead to deep trouble. Why? Because for the last several years, conservative activists and lawmakers have been waging a crusade against “critical...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(OtherWords.org) – As the country moves rapidly toward the 2024 elections, Black Americans are experiencing the best economic conditions they’ve had in generations. Record low unemployment rates, record low poverty rates, and record high levels of income and wealth paint a picture of Black prosperit...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(OtherWords.org) – Most of us believe in fair pay for honest work. So why aren’t low-wage workers better paid?After 30 years of research, I can tell you it’s not because employers don’t have the cash. It’s because profitable corporations spend that money on their stock prices and CEOs instead.Lowe’s...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(TriceEdneyWire.com) – In an election year, Labor Day kicks off the official campaign season, and Vice President Kamala Harris kicked hers off with a bang. She had rallies in Detroit, Milwaukee and Pittsburgh, all major cities in battleground states. Joined by local elected officials in each place,...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(Children’s Defense Fund) – September and the beginning of fall are traditionally thought of as “back to school” season. Whether students and their teachers have been in their classrooms for just a few days or a few weeks already, this is usually the time when routines start settling in, and s...
by Toter - 7 months ago
(Sierra Club) – When Kamala Harris was sworn in as vice president in 2021, she swore her oath of office on two bibles.One belonged to our nation’s first Black Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall. Marshall, the civil rights giant who founded the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, inspired a generation tha...
by Toter - 7 months ago
“If you’re having fun, that’s when the best memories are built.” -Simone BilesGreetings from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! Life has been hectic as I juggle being a full-time& working mom of three while trying to make a difference. I do a lot of things and aim to be present so that I can learn from them...
by Toter - 7 months ago
"Edit your life frequently and ruthlessly. It is your masterpiece after all." -Lindsay McCombRecently I listened to a TedTalk where the presenter indicated that we are all the editors of our own lives, and I can't unhear that. I have subscribed for a long time about being the architect of my own lif...
by Toter - 8 months ago
Child enjoying Pittsburgh ParksSummer is a magical time. I am grateful to live in Pittsburgh that has the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy that is committed to ensuring that our community has great parks to enjoy. I am also grateful to have my little brood to share them with. Here's a photo of the littl...
by Toter - 8 months ago
One thing that I know for sure is that this is my squad. I never considered myself the "ride or die" type until I had them. Indeed, I would walk through fire, take a bullet and have endured more than I ever thought that I could just to ensure their well being.& I have sacrificed much for their happi...
