August 2013
August 16th, 2013
Written by Marlene Caroselli in All About Family with 0 Comments
If racism is ever to be defeated, these qualities – giving back, having compassion for others, caring about other people – will have a lot to do with it. Racism can be defeated with love and compassion, and these exact virtues are being practiced every day.
One of those small and individual actions undertaken to help those suffering from illness is the crocheting done by former psychiatric nurse...
August 16th, 2013
Written by James Patrick A... in Eyes On The Enterprise with 0 Comments
For decades, American cities have raced to achieve the extraordinary in building skylines, attracting businesses amid periods of economic prosperity and decline.
It is reminiscent of the tale of Icarus. We know the great story of Icarus and how he enjoined himself to the beauty of flight. But, as he took flight and soared to great heights, he forgot one thing: the wings were fastened together...
August 15th, 2013
Written by The Associated Press in Setting It Straight with 0 Comments
On Thursday, nonprofit legal advocacy group filed a federal civil rights complaint against the state of New Mexico, saying that their new online system for unemployment claimsdiscriminates against workers who don't speak English, the elderly, the disabled, and others without computer skills.
Jobless workers seeking unemployment benefits file online applications only in English under a computer...
August 15th, 2013
Written by Glenn Minnis in Setting It Straight with 0 Comments
A collection of black history books, tapes, film strips and other educational materials belonging to a Michigan school district were found strewn in garbage dumpsters outside the school's library.
The revelation left parents, educators and even students angered over the school board's apparent insensitivity. They are vowing to hold school officials more accountable about the way they inter-...
August 14th, 2013
Written by Russell Roberts in Eyes On The Enterprise with 0 Comments
Wide receiver Riley Cooper is back with the Philadelphia Eagles – but the controversy that he caused remains. Is it because the racial slur controversy has been remedied or is it because of the importance of Riley Cooper’s performance and the impact on team’s bottom line?
Cooper was caught on video using a racial slur at a Kenny Chesney concert in June. When the video was made public it caused...