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The Black church has never just been a church.
Since its beginnings on the American plantation, the Black church has served as a social hall, sanctuary and command center for social change.
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Rather than balk at the mention of politics from the pulpit, the Black church has a tendency to grab politics by the horns and steer it in the direction of progress for its people.
In April 1964, a Kansas City ordinance was proposed that would desegregate taverns, retail shops and other public spaces. Although the New York Times described it as “moderate” at the time, there was still a sizable backlash from white Kansas City residents.
Clergy oppose Stand Your Ground legislation
Clergy oppose Stand Your Ground legislation
January 28, 202110:04 am
Here’s a letter signed by 79 faith leaders in opposition to the “dangerous” SB 24, the shoot-first legislation that eliminates the need to safely retreat before killing someone in perceived self-defense.
The clergy members said, in part:
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It is always better to avoid taking a life if there is a clear and safe way to do so, but Stand Your Ground encourages people to resolve issues with violence. These laws are associated with increases in homicides and injuries, while disproportionately impacting communities of color. In states with Stand Your Ground, we have seen the senseless loss of life. Shootings in movie theaters because a bag of popcorn was thrown, arguments over parking spaces that turn deadly, arguments over loud music that lead to the death of a teenager. In addition to the everyday impacts, this proposal that promotes violence couldn
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At a time when families seem to be moving away from the idea of spending time together around the dinner table, one organization is having success tightening the family bond by bringing everyone back to the table.
The Strengthening Families Program is a new program started in 2019 by Comprehensive Juvenile Services, Inc. The community has stepped up to help make it happen, including the Fort Smith Fire Department, Antioch for Youth & Family, and St. James Missionary Baptist Church.
“It’s an evidence-based program that we are very excited about, a nationally accredited and recognized program that involves the entire family, said Comprehensive Juvenile Services Executive Director Janice Justice.
CM Greg Casar speaks during a rally on October 24, 2020, in remembrance of nearly 200 incarcerated Texans and 20 prison staff who have died of COVID-19. (Photo by John Anderson)
The drawn-out debate to decide who will be Austin s next mayor pro tem will finally end next week, as City Council convenes for its first meeting of the year on Wednesday, Jan. 27. “Mayor pro tem” is just a title; it does not come with additional authority, pay, or staff, or a fancier office. But the MPT wrangle has highlighted tensions among Council factions that will be important to understand as they shape how City Hall functions for the next two years.