I hope this poem inspires people to see all that’s happening through a lens of hope. I believe a new day is slowly dawning, and we’ve got to be ready to rise. I pray we will! —Paula Shockley About the Author: Paula and I first met about 20 years ago at my home church, Metropolitan … More Roots – by Guest Poet Paula Shockley
It’s been a long, hard week for my City of Baltimore. Skipping to the nitty-gritty tonight. I have lots of questions. I want answers. 1. On Monday, April 27, 2015, when schools were letting out, why did the Baltimore Police Department and the City hamper the students’ ability to go home peacefully by blocking their … More Justice for Freddie Gray: Ongoing Questions
Within the last few hours, Baltimore City took an important step forward in our pursuit of Justice for Freddie Gray. The Baltimore City State’s Attorney announced that 6 Baltimore Police Department officers have been criminally charged in the homicide death of Mr. Gray. Charges range from reckless manslaughter (not premeditated), assault, misconduct, and other charges, carrying a … More Baltimore City Moving Forward: Justice for Freddie Gray
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