By Peter White The people coming to the NAACP convention July 14-18 in San Antonio, Texas, will fill up five hotels. It will be an historic gathering for two reasons: first, American democracy is under attack, according to NAACP President Derrick Johnson. Johnson spoke to women of Delta Sigma Theta sorority June 29 in Nashville. He said getting people to register and then vote in November is the best way to defend against a red tsunami that has engulfed both houses of Congress and the White House. The Supreme Court gave corporations the right to buy elections in the 2010…
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NASHVILLE, TN July 10, 2018 — Dr. Carol Swain announced her endorsement of Diane Black for Governor in an article in the Tennessee Star. Swain praised Black’s character for addressing controversial issues head on, standing for her pro-life values and not backing down when her opponents attack her. Read more of Dr. Swain’s thoughts below. For weeks I have been telling folks the only viable GOP gubernatorial choices for Christian conservatives are Representative Diane Black and business owner Bill Lee. These two candidates are competing for and splitting the votes of Christian conservatives. Because I have friends supporting both candidates,…
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — Ministers, train buffs, and historians met Sunday under a shade tree at Mount Ararat Cemetery to commemorate the 100-year anniversary of the worst train wreck in U.S. history. Council members Erica Gilmore and Jim Shulman attended the service. “Today we are gathered to remember those who were laid to rest here due to the worst train wreck in Nashville July 9, 2018,” said Pastor Denise Yeargin. Some 17 unidentified African American men are buried in the Potter’s field at Mount Ararat Cemetery. Pastor J.J. Greene prayed for the victims and for a statue to…
NASHVILLE, TN — Hon. State Senator Thelma Harper endorses Howard Jones Jr, as her successor to the 19th Senatorial District, a seat she has held for 27 years. A few months ago, I announced it was time for me to pass the baton to the next generation of leaders. Today, I am honored to lend my full support and endorsement to Howard Jones as your next State Senator for the 19th District. I support Jones because I know he will listen, be honest and work tirelessly with the community to continue to move the 19th District forward. I trust him to be…
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN – Metro planners faced a small but skeptical crowd at the Fairgrounds last week. Anna Grider, Michelle Scopel, and a consultant with Smith Gee Studio, Scott Morton, presented a new plan to change 10 acres of open space at the Fairgrounds into mixed use. It went over like a lead balloon. At first, people sat quietly in their chairs but became animated when planners took questions from the floor. “We want to hear from you if this is an appropriate location for a change in land use policy to community center. Is that appropriate? Is…
NASHVILLE, TN — Advance Financial, one of the nation’s leading financial technology companies, has welcomed its 1,000th employee. The milestone hiring comes as the company continues to aggressively expand its operations with the goal of reaching 20 states via online access by the end of 2018. “We’re extremely proud of our growth because it means our services are reaching more people who need them the most,” said Tina Hodges, the company’s chief executive and chief experience officer. “We are able to serve communities across the U.S. while keeping our team right here in Tennessee. We wouldn’t be where we are…
By Ron Harris Dear U.S. Media, Democrats, Republicans, Independents and to the concerned Americans who poured out into the streets to protest Donald Trump’s cruel and faulty immigration policies, What about us? We understand and applaud your response to this administration’s malevolent separation of immigrant families from their children, policies and practices so un-American and shocking that they have come to dominate the national conversation. Your immediate, visceral response to evil spurred you into action. But there is another evil, a pervasive, chronic and unrelenting wickedness that we, your children, live with every day. We are being shot…
NASHVILLE, TN — The Calvin O. Atchison Summer Academy will operate from June 11, 2018 to July 20, 2018. The Academy is for children who have completed kindergarten through fourth grades. The purpose of the Academy is to address the needs of children in the Nashville community who need structured learning during the summer. The Academy curriculum will focus on reading, math, science, and the arts. We believe in surrounding children with a ‘village’ of supportive adults who, in partnership with parents and the community, will produce successful, contributing citizens. Certified teachers and screened volunteers will work with the children.…
By Peter White NASHVILLE, TN — A handful of ministers and two political candidates went to Senator Lamar Alexander’s office on West End Ave. He wasn’t there and they weren’t allowed into the building. Representatives of the Southern Christian Coalition (SCC) wanted to talk to Alexander about people with pre-existing health conditions needing affordable healthcare. They worry too many people can’t get the care they need at a price they can afford. The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced in June that it would no longer defend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) against legal challenges. The Republicans have tried and failed more…
NASHVILLE, TN — The legendary smash hit Bridezillas is back on WE tv! For 11 seasons, one television show defined and celebrated a cultural phenomenon, which is ultimately and unquestionably the right and privilege of every bride to demand perfection for her wedding. Doron Ofir Casting cordially invites future brides with an undeniable vision to apply. Your wedding, your rules, YOUR day! YOU absolutely deserve it! #NOWCASTING: The legendary smash hit Bridezillas is back on WE tv! For 11 seasons, one television show defined and celebrated a cultural phenomenon, which is ultimately and unquestionably the right and privilege of every…