DiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years

DiNapoli: Hate Crimes Surged in New York Over the Last Five Years

By The Office of the New York State Comptroller | Editorial Credit: myboys.me 1,089 Reported Hate Crimes Across State in 2023, Up 69% Since 2019 New York state has seen a surge in hate crimes over the last five years with 1,089 reported instances in 2023, marking the highest number since data collection and annual […]

Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez Discusses Gun Control on PBS NewsHour

Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez Discusses Gun Control on PBS NewsHour

Photo Courtesy: PBS News Hour When the Supreme Court struck down New York’s concealed carry law in 2022, DA Gonzalez, like many law enforcement officials, was worried about the impact the decision could have on public safety — and redoubled his office’s efforts to keep our communities safe. Two years after that watershed ruling, known […]

KKK, Russian Ties, and Trump’s Presidency: Is the Republican Party on the Brink of Collapse? A Call for Christians to Reevaluate Biblical Teachings and Leadership Choices

KKK, Russian Ties, and Trump’s Presidency: Is the Republican Party on the Brink of Collapse? A Call for Christians to Reevaluate Biblical Teachings and Leadership Choices

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Photo IQ.INC KKK Russian President Trump Take II – Are we witnessing in real time a total collapse of the Republican Party under Trump’s leadership? What is the rationale of Christians supporting President Trump when biblical research shows that he is unfit for the office of President? Christians RESEARCH, RESEARCH […]

The End of Relationships: Understanding the Impact and Finding Healing

The End of Relationships: Understanding the Impact and Finding Healing

By 311 Divorce | Editorial Credit: Dragana Gordic / shutterstock.com The end of a relationship, regardless of its duration or intensity, can be a profound and transformative experience. Whether it’s a decades-long marriage or a brief but passionate affair, the conclusion of a relationship often brings about significant emotional and psychological shifts. Understanding these impacts […]

Despite ACA’s Aim for Widespread Coverage, Significant Resistance Emerges in Some White Communities

Despite ACA’s Aim for Widespread Coverage, Significant Resistance Emerges in Some White Communities

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: Miker, shutterstock.com The Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare, was enacted in 2010 with the goal of increasing healthcare coverage and affordability for millions of Americans. Despite its aims, a significant segment of the population, particularly within certain white communities, exhibited a strong resistance to the […]

Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Biden’s Student Debt Forgiveness Plan: What This Means for Borrowers

Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Biden’s Student Debt Forgiveness Plan: What This Means for Borrowers

By Chris Tobias | Editorial Credit: shutterstock.com In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court temporarily halted President Biden’s latest effort to forgive tens, and possibly hundreds, of billions of dollars in student debt. This move has sparked widespread debate, as it follows the Court’s rejection of a more extensive plan last year that aimed […]

Biden Program to Keep American Families Together Blocked by Ken Paxton and Project 2025 Allies Led by Stephen Miller

Biden Program to Keep American Families Together Blocked by Ken Paxton and Project 2025 Allies Led by Stephen Miller

By Gabe Ortiz, americasvoice.org | Editorial Credit: Consolidated News Photos /shutterstock.com On Monday, sixteen states, led by Texas and Idaho, blocked the Biden administration’s new immigration program helping keep American families together. While the lawsuit was entirely expected – anti-immigrant officials and activists have repeatedly used the federal judiciary to shut down lawful policies helping […]

Mpox: A Global Call to Action for Cooperation, Innovation, and Equitable Healthcare

Mpox: A Global Call to Action for Cooperation, Innovation, and Equitable Healthcare

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial Credit: Mia Studio / shuterstock.com As the world continues to grapple with the challenges posed by emerging infectious diseases, Mpox serves as a reminder of the importance of global cooperation, scientific innovation, and equitable access to healthcare. By working together, the global community can prevent Mpox from becoming the […]

Is There Racism in AI Language?

Is There Racism in AI Language?

By Esther Claudette Gittens (Editorial photo credit: Mamun sheikh K/ shutterstock.com) This article delves into the question of whether AI language models like ChatGPT are being misused or adapted to protect white power is complex and multifaceted. The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) in various domains of life has sparked both excitement and concern. Among […]