“If you really want to address issues, it's not enough just to provided the direct services. You have to be working on solving and addressing the root causes of the problems,” says Madison-area Urban Ministry Executive Director Linda Ketcham. “William Sloane Coffin is a theologian that I particularly like and he has a quote, […]
Blacks underrepresented in immigration debate
By Julianne Malveaux The Senate’s Gang of Eight have put together an 844-page monstrosity known as the Border Security, Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act, legislation that President Obama says he “basically approves” of. The crafters of this essentially unreadable bill was put together by Senators Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Robert Menendez (D-N.J.), Chuck […]
Immigrant Workers Demand Justice on May Day Rally at Capitol
By Lisa Nunez con Martin Alvarado Singing and chants were heard around the capitol as workers, union members and their came together on May Day to support immigrant labor and demand that, for all workers: We Deserve Better! an afternoon rally and march from Brittingham Park to the capitol steps, was a […]
Hammer with a Heart 2013
Just talking with Hammer with a Heart skilled crew chief Al Terry, you can really feel the heart come through in the Hammer with a Heart program that he is so passionate about. For 10 years, Terry's team has been working to improve people's homes and their lives. And, in the process, also improving our […]
El Día de los Niños
On May 4, nearly 1.500 children and families came to the Goodman Community Center to celebrate youth and their cultures at the 10th annual Día de los Niños celebration. El Día de los Niños (The Day of the Children) has its roots in Latin America, although it is also celebrated in Asian and European […]
The 8th annual Multicultural Senior Health Fair will be held at the Warner Park Community Recreation Center on May 10th
The 8th annual Multicultural Senior Health Fair will be held at the Warner Park Community Recreation Center on May 10. Local seniors could enjoy community agencies providing informational booths, free health screenings, and educational presentations. The North/Eastside Senior Coalition is a network of individuals and groups interested in the concerns and issues of people […]
National Education Experts to Support Superintendent’s Entry Plan
A group of national and local education experts will support Superintendent Jennifer Cheatham’s entry plan work, the district announced today. The Superintendent’s Teaching and Learning Transition Team will begin work this week. “Instruction and leadership are critical components of systemic improvement,” Superintendent Cheatham said. “This team of local and national practitioners will join district […]
Superintendent Jennifer Cheatham
“I definitely see myself as being a highly accessible superintendent. Every person I meet, they’re getting my contact information,” says new Madison Metropolitan School District Superintendent Jennifer Cheatham. “I’m easy to find and very open to hearing from everyone. [I’m] not just open, but seeking out those opportunities.” Cheatham, who was recently the chief of […]
Message to Congress: Show courage on gun safety
By Marc Morial NNPA Columnist“Sometimes I close my eyes and all I can remember is that awful day…But other times, I feel Ben’s presence filling me with courage for what I have to do…”Francine Wheeler, mother of 6-year-old Ben Wheeler, one of the 26 victims of the December 14 Sandy Hook tragedy. I recently took […]
More Diplomacy, Less Pressure Needed for Iran Settlement
The administration of President Barack Obama should put more emphasis on diplomacy in its quest for a satisfactory resolution of Iran’s nuclear program, according to a major new report released by The Iran Project. Endorsed by nearly three dozen former top U.S. diplomatic, military, and intelligence officials, the report calls for Washington to “rebalance” […]