Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

Close your eyes and imagine this: a lively beat rolling down the streets of Broward County, Florida, not the jingling of sleigh bells but the unmistakable groove of “Atomic Dog.” That’s right—Santa Que and his Que Elves are coming to town! With the bass bumping and the purple-and-gold sleigh stocked with gifts, they’re delivering more than just toys—they’re spreading Black joy, love, and a holiday vibe like no other.

On Tuesday, Jamaican American Democratic Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke joined lawmakers and immigration advocates in urging the Joe Biden-led U.S. administration to protect Black immigrant communities during the lame duck session. The group expressed particular concern about how President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed immigration policies could negatively impact Black communities, as well as families of mixed immigration status

        Happy Holidays to all who have enjoyed The Gantt Report in 2024. I truly appreciate your support in the current year and your longtime support that has taken place for many decades.

   America’s survival as a republic hinges on the fundamental rights of voters to participate in free public elections. These rights are the cornerstone of our democracy, empowering officials of either political party to govern the country. The ability to identify and prioritize voters’ needs according to their priorities is crucial for any party to win elections. This underscores the importance of voters’ connectivity, whereby the medium becomes the message (VC+M)