Author: Carma Henry

Nunnie on the Sideline

“Let’s be clear: House Republicans are in the middle of a civil war. The House Republican civil war is hurting hard-working American taxpayers and limiting our ability to solve problems on their behalf.”

      Dr. Valda Crowder, director of Emergency Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, witnesses the carnage up close on a regular basis. And it’s gotten so bad that while treating victims, she and other medical professionals must also protect themselves.

     I am writing to extend my warmest congratulations to the distinguished awardees of the NNPA Leadership Awards. It is with great pleasure that I join you in celebrating the remarkable achievements of these outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the NNPA community.

Continuing a long-running clash with federal health officials, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration on Wednesday recommended that people under age 65 not receive newly approved COVID-19 booster shots.

     America’s democracy is now facing a mortal enemy from within. Regrettably, it’s Republican Congresspersons, who behave as anti-democratic domestic terrorists, and kowtow to former president Trump. This enemy is far more dangerous than even the past Confederacy. They can troll the halls of Congress and weaponize the House of Representative investigative powers. However, they’re   no match for the Heroic Knights of Integrity.

The NNPA Chair, Westside Gazette Publisher Bobby R. Henry, Sr. and NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., will preside over the ceremony, symbolizing the unity and strength of the NNPA in its mission to continue to serve as the unchallenged voice of Black America.

     Eligibility: Farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination by USDA in its farm loan programs prior to January 1, 2021, and/or are currently debtors with assigned or assumed USDA farm loan debt that was the subject of USDA discrimination that occurred prior to January 1, 2021, are eligible for this program.  

 ‘Test Your Bible Knowledge’

     Florida’s medical marijuana law includes an exception to the ban of cannabis on school grounds. State Statute 1006.062 requires each district to adopt a policy and a procedure that allows a student who is a qualified patient with a medical marijuana card to use the product on campus.