By Earl D. Fowlkes, Jr Sometimes in Washington, lawmakers lose sight of the forest for the trees. That’s exactly what’s happening right now. Well-intentioned legislators are trying to make health care more affordable – by slashing prescription drug costs in the upcoming, filibuster-proof reconciliation bill. Virtually every American would agree that health care is exceedingly, […]
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We Created This Monster, We Can Fix It
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor “Say her name, Breonna Taylor” has become a chant that is etched in my memory. It was the tragic death of this 26-year-old young woman that required the nation to further examine our use of no-knock warrants in policing. Like many, I was jolted by the news that […]
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Lasry Leads in Fundraising, Up with Statewide Television
By Milwaukee Courier Staff The race for the Democratic primary nomination to run against Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson in 2022 continues to heat up. The leading Democratic challengers recently reported their latest fundraising totals: Milwaukee Bucks Executive Alex Lasry is leading with approximately $3.15 million raised to date, with $1.5 million cash on hand. […]
White House Prepares for Potential Approval of COVID-19 Vaccine For Kids Ages 5-11
By Ana Martinez-Ortiz The United States of America has seen a steady rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine since it was first administered earlier this year. According to the White House, 189 million Americans are fully vaccinated, and that number could soon increase. Earlier this week, the White House released its potential operational plan for vaccine […]
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Washington Needs to Keep Promises, Protect Medicare Advantage Program
By Betty Speed For over 27 million seniors like me, Medicare Advantage is a partner not only in providing quality and affordable health care, but in helping us avoid every senior’s fear – that our health and financial security will keep us from enjoying our golden years. With overwhelming support among seniors, and a history […]
Diane Beckley Milner Selected To Lead Diversity, Equity And Inclusion Initiatives At Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association, Wisconsin Chapter is pleased to announce the appointment of Diane Beckley Milner of Milwaukee to a newly created role as Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The selection was made after an intensive nationwide search process. Diane began her work with the chapter on Oct. 11. Her primary duties will be to […]
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The Struggle to Decide Who We Are
Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor This week has left me reeling. Story after story, socially and politically, locally and nationally, has challenged everything I have in me. As a legislator, attorney and former public defender, I have seen a lot. But this week…has been one gut punch after another. As a city, Milwaukee […]
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The Fight Is Not Over! Keep Your Guard Up! Vaccinations and Diligence Are Key to Controlling COVID-19
By Darryl Sellers As the shades of fall become more vibrant, the color of the season is also bringing some good signs that the United States is making progress in the fight against COVID-19. A large part of the reason is due to the Delta variant surge starting to slow down in October, leading to […]
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Carried Interest is a Win Win
Compiled by Milwaukee Courier Staff Venture capital and private equity have made significant leaps forward to advance diversity and expand equity. Yet as our industries strive to close the racial wealth gap, a short-sighted proposal in Congress is threatening to undermine our progress. For more than one hundred years, carried interest has been taxed as […]
She Turned Her Frustrations From the Summer of 2020 Into Art
By PrincessSafiya Byers Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service This story was originally published by Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service, where you can find other stories reporting on fifteen city neighborhoods in Milwaukee. Visit milwaukeenns.org. Overwhelmed by the combination of the COVID-19 pandemic, protests surrounding the killing of George Floyd and the fallout from the Trump presidency, Rosy […]
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