Author: Carma Henry

A Hollywood, Florida, native is serving aboard USS Essex, a U.S. Navy Wasp class amphibious assault ship.

When the administration began, the pandemic had taken its toll on much of the country and the globe. Since taking office, Vice President Harris said more than 200 million Americans had received Covid vaccines, and 75 million have gotten booster shots. She noted the economic bounce back in the 6 million jobs the administration has created and the near-record-low 3.9 percent unemployment.

     Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis took a stance that even registered Democrats have been awaiting for some time now.  He stood up to former President Donald Trump last week, not mincing his words or speaking in code.  

   Republicans have the audacity to engage in pimping democracy as though it’s a prostitute. Without shame or any semblance of integrity, they lie openly before Congress as well as the American public about Biden isn’t president, stolen election, vaccines don’t work, CDC officials are profiteers,  etc.  These same lies used to lure members of their base to their websites are meant to fleece them of their money.

When leadership reflects people of color, America is in a better place for opportunity and progressive ideas for Black people. Whether you’re looking forward to them, or dreading them, the midterm elections will take place in November 2022. There will be more Blacks and people of color running for office than ever before in the history of America, and there will be more millions in circulation, than ever before.

The philanthropy and corporate leadership of Robert F. Smith is appreciated by numerous recipients and Smith should be applauded for helping make a difference and providing hope to millions of people in underserved communities. The issues of economic equity and racial justice are still critical for the future of the nation.

THE SILENT “WHITE” IN AMERICA

     After two+ years of the virus, we are all suffering cabin fever. The Gold Coast Jazz Society is returning shows this year to our rescue. After a lengthy hiatus due to the scourge of Covid, they are kick-starting the year and celebrating their 30th anniversary! 

In celebration of Black History Month, History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “60 Years of Black Art,” a fine art exhibit featuring works for show and sale from Dillard Center for the Arts’ Advanced Placement (AP) students, from February 1 – 28. The exhibit, curated by instructor Celestin Joseph, represents historical and contemporary themes of equality from the perspective of students at the very school that was instrumental in overturning segregation laws in the City of Fort Lauderdale 51 years ago. The exhibit will be open to the public at the New River Inn building of History Fort Lauderdale and will be accessible as a digital experience on History Fort Lauderdale’s YouTube channel.

     The icon and legendary civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. became a visible spokesman and champion for voter rights and equity amongst Black and Brown Americans during the civil rights movement. The civil rights icon’s legacy is undoubtedly felt today, as America continues to steer toward a brighter future filled with justice and liberty for all.