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race relations news
March 30th, 2012
Written by Janice S. Ellis Ph.D. in Cause and Civility, Latest News with 0 Comments
When will we get the courage to confront racism in our communities and the commitment to really do something about it? Until race relations become as much a part of the local and national dialogue as sports, the weather, or other things we talk about on a daily basis, we will forever be content to just show outrage as ugly incidents continue to occur.Within two months, we have had two very high...
March 29th, 2012
Written by Rita Cook in Latest News, Travels' Tapestry with 0 Comments
As the spring and summer travel season begins, let’s check out some of the best destinations for the family this year. Whether searching for a great outdoor vacation, beach holiday, or just a city that offers it all, check out these recommendations.Alabama’s Gulf Coast The Alabama Gulf Coast offers unsurpassed beaches and something for everyone. In fact, in a world of looking for perfect spot,...
March 28th, 2012
Written by Alonzo Weston in Latest News, Stereotypes & Labels with 0 Comments
Everyone knows about the Welfare Queen. She’s that underachieving mother who supposedly lives a lavish lifestyle with income received solely from government handouts. Now close your eyes, how do you envision this Welfare diva? Do you see a black woman or a white woman? Whether from racism or repeated exposure to the image, many see the visage of a black woman. Very seldom does anyone first think...
March 27th, 2012
Written by Rita Cook in Latest News, The Welcoming Table with 0 Comments
Throughout their long history, the Alaskan Inuit (also known as the Eskimo) have traditionally been both fishers and hunters. Even today in some areas the Inuit people still hunt whales, caribou, seal, polar bear, and muskoxen. In addition to these staples, meals also include moose, a variety of fish and fowl, mountain sheep, hares, squirrels, and foxes, as well as plant foods such as wild herbs...
March 26th, 2012
Written by Harris Chaiklin Ph.D. in Latest News, National Collegiate Dialogue with 1 Comment
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“It is easy to overlook change when it happens ….” (Ifill 2009) p. 14. With this phrase, Gwen Ifill sets the theme for her analysis of what is happening with black political leadership. It is a tale of what she calls “sandpaper politics.” The phrase is meant to connote the friction which occurs in the shift of power from an older generation of black political leaders to an emerging one and the...
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