By Toter

by Toter - 2 months ago

Ralph Yarl, Andrew Lester, and America's Enduring Racial Violence Legacy

Andrew Lester's death sparked relief for many, highlighting systemic injustice against Black lives. Ralph Yarl, a Black teen, was shot by Lester, inciting outrage and exposing racial bias in media coverage. Community protests demanded justice, spotlighting the ongoing struggle against racial terror...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Local and National Leaders Unite: Advancing Equity and Justice Goals

City Manager Kimberly Tolbert urged attendees at the Equity Indicators Symposium to climb for broader vision, highlighting environmental justice as a key focus. Addressing systemic barriers, she encouraged action, while Councilwoman Carolyn King Arnold criticized resource misallocation. Emphasizing...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Transforming Dreams into Action: Inspiring Students with Filmmaking

Trenton Starks revitalized New Tech High School's film program, transforming an unused facility into a thriving hub for student creativity. With a focus on real-world skills, students learn filmmaking from concept to production. Starks emphasizes diversity and representation, creating opportunities...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Dallas Fire-Rescue Unveils Innovative Pre-Hospital Blood Transfusion Trial

Dallas Fire-Rescue has initiated a pioneering EMS Blood Transfusion Pilot Program, in partnership with Parkland BioTel and the American Red Cross. This program delivers life-saving blood transfusions to trauma patients before hospital arrival, significantly boosting survival rates. Blood units are s...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Exploring Trust: Robert Kennedy's Impact on Health Care

(NNPA) – Trust erosion undermines democracy, says ex-Surgeon General Regina Benjamin on Robert Kennedy Jr.'s controversial Senate confirmation as Health Secretary. Despite his anti-vaxxer stance, he champions preventative medicine. Benjamin stresses prevention's importance and telemedicine as a solu...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Rising Voucher Costs Threaten Teacher Salary Hikes and Classroom Funding

Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick's proposed SB 2 voucher bill threatens Texas public schools' funding and teacher salaries. With projections of escalating costs, this legislation could replicate other states' patterns of slashing public education budgets while boosting private school funding. Texas...

by Toter - 2 months ago

How MAGA Enthusiasts Are Being Deceived

White parents previously opposed critical race theory in schools, fearing its influence. This opposition deepened racial divides, overlooking Black perspectives. Native American history, like the "Trail of Tears," highlights past injustices. Current policies risk dismantling progress, affecting dive...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Trump's Funding Halts: Risky, Unlawful, and Ill-Advised

(TriceEdneyWire.com) – Environmental Protection Agency grant awardees face chaos due to funding freezes under Trump, threatening contracts and jobs. EPA Administrator Zeldin's $20 billion fund clawback could cost taxpayers in lawsuits. These actions undermine clean energy projects and public interes...

by Toter - 2 months ago

Exploring Black Heritage: A Deep Dive into History

(Children’s Defense Fund) – During Linda McMahon’s Senate confirmation hearing, concerns arose about potential federal funding cuts for schools teaching Black history. Dr. Carter G. Woodson championed Black history education, founding Negro History Week in 1926. His work emphasized the importa...