By LaKeshia N. Myers Our children deserve every opportunity to succeed, and as parents, we hold the keys to unlocking doors that can transform their futures. Yet too many of us remain unaware of one of the most powerful educational tools available right here in Wisconsin—dual enrollment programs that allow high school students to earn […]
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I Don’t Want Nobody to Give Me Nothing, Open Up the Door, I’ll Get it Myself
By LaKeshia N. Myers James Brown’s iconic 1969 anthem wasn’t just a song—it was a declaration of self-determination that resonated through the civil rights movement and continues to echo today. When the Godfather belted out those words, he captured the essence of Black America’s struggle: we’re not asking for handouts, we’re demanding access to opportunities […]
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Remembering Hydeia Broadbent: A Voice That Changed the World
By LaKeshia N. Myers As we observe World AIDS Day on December 1st, we remember a champion who transformed how America understood HIV and AIDS. Hydeia Broadbent, the pioneering activist who passed away in February 2024 at age thirty-nine, spent her entire life fighting stigma and bringing hope to millions affected by the epidemic. Born […]
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Just Be Thankful for What You’ve Got
By LaKeshia N. Myers Thanksgiving for many is the official kick-off to the winter holiday season. The holiday season for my family stretches from November until February; we celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanzaa, New Year’s, and Mardi Gras (which ends the day before Ash Wednesday). But throughout the season, music has always been an integral part […]
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Honoring Our Heritage: Celebrating Black Catholic History Month
By LaKeshia N. Myers November is a sacred time for Catholics of African descent across the United States and around the world. It is Black Catholic History Month—a time to celebrate the profound contributions of Black Catholics to the Church, to remember our spiritual ancestors, and to reflect on the rich tapestry of faith that […]
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Hidden in Plain Sight: Government Funding Bill Threatens Wisconsin’s Hemp Industry
By LaKeshia N. Myers While most Americans were focused on ending the longest government shutdown in our nation’s history, Congress slipped a provision into the funding bill that could devastate Wisconsin’s burgeoning hemp industry. The devil, as they say, is always in the details. Buried within the legislation to reopen the federal government was language […]
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month: Know Your Numbers, Wisconsin
By LaKeshia N. Myers November marks Diabetes Awareness Month, and this year, I’m compelled to sound the alarm about a public health crisis that’s hitting our community particularly hard. The numbers tell a sobering story that demands our immediate attention and action. Milwaukee County has the highest rate of diabetes in Wisconsin, with 9.7% of […]
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The Hop: Building Our Transit Future or Abandoning Our Economic Promise?
By LaKeshia N. Myers Wisconsin stands at a crossroads. While cities across America invest in transit infrastructure that connects communities and drives economic growth, some of our state lawmakers are attempting to dismantle the very foundation of Milwaukee’s transportation future: The Hop streetcar system. Make no mistake—the Milwaukee Hop is more than a downtown amenity. […]
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Healthcare Crisis: Government Shutdown Exposes America’s Moral Failure
By LaKeshia N. Myers As federal workers miss their paychecks and families wonder how they’ll feed their children this week, we must ask ourselves: How did we arrive at this moment? The government shutdown—now in its third week—centers on a dispute that should shame us all. While lawmakers bicker over healthcare subsidies in Washington, D.C., […]
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When the Government Shuts Down, Black Women Pay the Price
By LaKeshia N. Myers The ongoing federal government shutdown is not just a Washington crisis—it’s a family crisis, a community crisis, and most acutely, a Black women’s crisis. As Congress remains deadlocked and the Trump administration uses federal workers as political pawns, the human toll continues to mount. And once again, Black women are bearing […]
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