Why the DPI Superintendent Race Matters for Black Students in Wisconsin Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant As we approach the February primary for the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) superintendent race, the stakes for our children—particularly Black students—could not be higher. Recent data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), often referred […]
It Always Comes Back to Slavery
Birthright Citizenship Began With Us Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant The National Museum of African-American History and Culture asks the question about who is included in “We the People” on their website. In developing their answer, the museum identifies the following in the quest to understand citizenship: The 13th Amendment, ratified in December 1865, […]
All My Life I Had to Fight
Hegseth: A Dangerous Appointment for Secretary of Defense
The Legacy of Jimmy Carter: A Departure from Traditional Values in Leadership
With Donald Trump’s return to the White House, it is essential to reflect on the profound impact of Jimmy Carter’s death and presidency.
The Politics of Your Finances
Political shifts and policy changes impact our bottom line. Annual Financial Fitness Resolutions Needed.
AI in Radio Broadcasting
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant I host a daily talk show on the radio, at least for now. If you haven’t noticed, familiar voices are leaving local airwaves. The landscape of radio broadcasting has been undergoing a seismic shift, and artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly pivotal role. The recent announcement by iHeartRadio […]
What in the Whoville Is Going On?
Say Something Real The Continued Commercialization of the Holidays By Michelle Bryant As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with the nostalgic sounds of classic Christmas movies, and for many, Charles M. Schulz’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is at the top of that list. This beloved special has been a part of my life […]
The Healthcare System: A Battle Against Denial
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant The recent murder of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO Brian Thompson had a chilling effect on those who have debated the status of healthcare in this country. Most would acknowledge that our system is often fraught with challenges. The lack of empathy regarding Thompson’s death, on social media, highlighted one of the […]
We Thought Ruby Crossed that Bridge: A Call to Action for Our Schools
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant If you don’t know the story of Ruby Bridges, look it up. Frankly, I’m exhausted that we are still having these conversations, but recent events make it necessary. Currently, we are witnessing a disturbing surge in racist behaviors impacting school-age Black children. This issue came to a heartbreaking head […]
The Troubling Precedent of Letting Trump Evade Justice
Say Something Real By Michelle Bryant As I watch case after case against former President Donald Trump get dismissed by the courts, I can’t help but feel a continued sense of frustration and disillusionment with the American justice system. The idea that a sitting U.S. president is shielded from both civil and criminal prosecution while […]
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