The Grigsbys are trying to get the news of their federal lawsuit out to the community. They believe it is important to inform others who might also have been discriminated against by BFCU. The Dept. Of Housing and Urban Development is investigating the charges. The Shreveport Sun newspaper published two concise, accurate and unbiased articles about the lawsuit. The Inquisitor also published an article about the lawsuit. We believe the TV stations and major newspaper should also do so.

A broad-based coalition of well- respected Detroit organizations hereby expresses concern for the future direction of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, following the abrupt departure of beloved CEO Juanita Moore. We, the community groups and individuals who cherish the Museum for its dedication to serving our cultural and educational interests and aspirations, demand for representation on the governing board and in the search for the CEO successor.

As an adolescent dealing with depression, the best way to cope is to be around something you love. He has had pet ducks since childhood to deal with depression which was made worse due to his moving to another town.

On June 29 Library Director Mary Faith Chmiel (white) attempted to stop members of National United Council black students from meeting in the study area. The Director followed youth around and stating that our group was in violation of Library policy. The Mayor said our group was not in violation but the Library director continued to harass with security guards and white staff. This same Director has a history of attempting to stop black groups from having access to Library facilities.

My son, Arnold Irizarry, passed away 5 years ago, suddenly leaving his only daughter. After my Son passed away, I was not allowed to see my granddaughter because the mother got into a relationship and wouldn't allow me near my Granddaughter. I went to the court asking for " Visitation Rights", but the law establishes the Grandparent should have a parent-like relationship with the grandchild or be concerned about his/her safety. How can I have a parent-like relationship with my Granddaughter if I'm not allowed to see her? How can I know if she's been abused if I'm not allowed to come near her and the law doesn't protect my rights as a Grandmother? Grandparents are needed in children's lives; we provide support, safety, caring, love to this child. I need our voices to be heard and our rights to be respected and honored. We are blood-related to this child and it is not fair that we are kept away. In my case, my granddaughter recognizes me, remembers me, and suffers and cries every time she sees me and me I feel so depressed and I cry in silence every day for this girl because I adore her and she is the only thing I have left from my son. Please help me; please advocate for me and my rights.

Candidate forums are an important part of making democracy work. Mayor of Chicago is an important elected office. In 2015, candidate forums managed by corporate media outlets, like Chicago Tonight, were biased in favor of Rahm Emanuel. Mayor Emanuel should justify his past record to the people & explain his vision for the future.

EPGN article by Tim Cwiek: Pennsylvania resident Melanie Dante wants state lawmakers to enact an anti-violence resolution on behalf of sex workers. Dante, now 48, is an advocate for LGBT rights and the rights of sex workers. She said several local trans women who were murdered recently were perceived to be sex workers. “I care very deeply about that,” she told PGN. In an effort to lessen the violence, she’s pushing for state lawmakers to pass an anti-violence resolution regarding sex workers in Pennsylvania. “Each individual’s human rights are sacred, including the human rights of those of us who have lived the sex trade,” Dante told PGN. She said the term “sex work” encompasses various forms of erotic activity. “Sex work is a broad category that includes prostitution, escorting, sugar babes, strippers, lap dancers, cam girls, dominants and submissives, massage therapists, tantric practitioners and porn models,” Dante explained. As an advocate for sex workers, she’s aware of far too many acts of violence against members of that community. And she speaks from personal experience. Dante wants state lawmakers to pass a resolution declaring Dec. 17 as International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers in Pennsylvania. For the past 14 years, people around the world have observed Dec. 17 as a day to honor the lives of sex workers lost to murder and suicide. “My goal is to be sure no sex worker or person exploring their sexual and gender identity is forgotten, after falling victim to a violent crime leading to their death,” Dante said. Since 2012, Dec. 17 memorial events have been held in Philadelphia, and Dante hopes the local event will grow and become more unified. Dante said she realizes a resolution won’t end all of the problems faced by sex workers in Pennsylvania, but that it’s an important first step. Brian Sims’ office issued this statement: “Violence in any form inflicted upon any person is reprehensible.” Dante represents the voice the PA Workers Survivors Clearinghouse, SWOP Behind Bars / SWOP USA in PA, and ESPU_Philly, saying of the conservative political environment she is reaching out to: “We all want the same outcome, which is to end the violence.”

I'm Petitioning San Franciscp family court, to get judge accountability. 8 year old "Amir Lamar Brown" ( that grew up in San Franciscxo Ca., with his two brothers and, father that he can no longer see) has not seen half of his family in 2 years, bacause family court system practices toxic separations, over civilized. And when one parent can no longer "pay" to see their child, they lose custody. So after 1 1/2 years of "paid supervised visits", 3 attorneys (at over 7,000$), and 15 UA's (all clean). I have no visits, no contact, bacause a judge said-so. And Amir's growing up fatherless. Even though his father has been fighting to be in his life. Judges should not have the power to separate families without cause.

To bring awareness to the residents that their children are under attack and will be hunted down and separated away from their homes.at an alarming rate.

I am a victim and my life is put in danger. They are even stealing my mail and identity and police are not doing their job. Police are aiding these illegal acts.

Jordan has denied the allegations, but given the nature of the charges, a full and impartial investigation is necessary.

This issue has been ongoing for decades. This is primarily a Veteran's Affairs issue as well as a human rights one.