By Toter

by Toter - 1 week ago

Championing Black Homeownership: A Pathway to Equality

My grandparents faced significant challenges to secure their home. My grandfather abandoned school in fifth grade to aid his siblings. Their unwavering quest for homeownership—a valued aspiration for many of their era—embodies the resilient spirit of Black homeownership..

by Toter - 1 week ago

"Final Stand Against Target: Black Shoppers Say 'I'm Done for Good'"

As the 40-day “Target Fast” wraps up this Easter Sunday, many Black Americans share enduring changes in shopping habits and views on corporate accountability. “I’ve been avoiding Target for weeks,” remarked Wayne Shepherd, underscoring the protest's powerful influence on consumer decisions and corpo...

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Current Parental Perspectives on Childcare

The RAPID Survey Project at Stanford's Center on Early Childhood conducts vital national and local surveys to obtain crucial insights into the needs, health habits, and overall well-being of young children and their caregivers, aiming to deliver relevant and actionable data for better outcomes.

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"Impact of State Abortion Restrictions on Two-Thirds of U.S. Adolescents"

By Patti Zielinski (Newswise) — Over 7 million American girls aged 13 to 17 reside in states with abortion restrictions, including bans, gestational limits, or parental consent mandates. Rutgers Health researchers conducted this pioneering study, detailed in JAMA Pediatrics, exploring the impacts of...

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Senate Approves $21 Billion Windfall for Big Banks at Consumers' Expense

205 million consumers face harm if the House repeals the CFPB’s overdraft rule. By Charlene Crowell. Amidst the turmoil and legal disputes from the new administration's actions, recent congressional decisions could burden consumers with over $5 billion in annual costs. Stay informed on these critica...

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Spotlight on Carl Jackson: A Rising Star Making Headlines

When the 89th Masters Golf Tournament kicks off on April 10 at Augusta National, filmmaker Maryilene Blondell may not be a golf enthusiast, but she has established a lasting connection with the iconic Caddie Carl Jackson. Those familiar with his name understand the significance of this relationship.

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"Unity in Congress: The $12 Billion Health Funding Revival Initiative"

U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks from Maryland, joined by Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.), are opposing the Trump administration’s move to withdraw $12 billion in public health funding. This bipartisan coalition is advocating for continu...

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"Vote Lost, But Our Vision for the Future Prevails"

I cry for my people, grieving yet grateful for your revolutionary spirit. Together, we envisioned a world of freedom, community, and justice. Despite adversity, we refuse to accept oppression. Our dreams persist, unyielding against a system designed to cage. We lost the vote, but we shall prevail in...