Maurice Carroll, founder of Alkemmust Sound Healing, is a music producer, teacher and author. This week, he shares his thoughts on using and understanding the word “no,” to protect boundaries and fully enjoy life.
Tag: politics
Posted inPOLITICS
FY 2026 budget plan cuts and guts education dollars and programs
In its first 100 days, the 47th president’s administration has cut or planned to cut over 250,000 federal jobs, including major reductions at the Department of Education, signaling an intent to dismantle the agency and slash funding for key programs that support low-income and student-parent populations, especially affecting Black college students.
Posted inReligion
Thank Heaven: Churches offer respite for voters on Nov. 5
Churches across the country, including the National Cathedral in Washington and St. John the Divine Cathedral in New York, are opening their doors on Election Day to offer a quiet place for respite, with snacks, massages, and worship services.
Posted inPolitics
Freshman CBC member Rep. Summer Lee wins big after being targeted by Israeli lobbying giant
Rep. Summer Lee (D-Pa.), who was formally targeted for defeat by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), won her primary challenge on April 23, garnering 61 percent of the vote to the contender’s 31 percent.
Posted inMaryland Government
Reps. Dutch Ruppersberger and Steny Hoyer endorse Johnny Olszewski for Congress
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Longtime Congressional Democrats Reps. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-Md.-02) and Steny Hoyer (D-Md.-05) endorsed Baltimore County Executive John “Johnny O” Olszewski Jr. (D) for Maryland’s Second Congressional District on Feb. 21. Ruppersberger announced he was retiring from Congress in January, leaving his seat open this election year. “You must move […]
Posted inU.S. Government
Biden Administration announces $1.2 billion in student debt forgiveness for 153,000 borrowers
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire In a significant move to alleviate the burden of student debt, the Biden administration revealed on Feb 21, its decision to automatically forgive $1.2 billion in student loans for 153,000 borrowers. Those eligible for debt relief are individuals enrolled in the saving on a valuable Education (SAVE) repayment plan […]
Posted inU.S. Government
Rep. Jim Clyburn steps down from Democratic leadership
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Longtime legislator Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.-6) announced his departure from Democratic leadership on Feb. 14. “I have informed Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.-8) of my intention to step down as assistant democratic leader of the House Democratic Caucus. I am deeply grateful for the confidence my colleagues have placed […]
Posted inMaryland Government
Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland unveils 2024 priorities
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com Members of the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland (LBCM) recently unveiled their 2024 legislative priorities, which include upholding recently passed juvenile justice laws, making resources more available for Maryland’s small businesses and ensuring prescription drugs are affordable for Black Marylanders. “Members of the legislature founded the Legislative Black […]