By Lisa García Bedolla, The Conversation Identifying supporters and getting them to the polls are key parts of any political campaign. The pandemic, however, creates new challenges for candidates trying to convey their messages and mobilize voters. Decades of political science research have made clear that mobilizing in person, either on the doorstep or on the phone, […]
By Chirlane McCray One survivor used the word “red” in telephone calls with her best friend when she and her children were in trouble. A family living with an abuser placed a photo in a window visible from the street – when the photo was not visible it meant they were in trouble. Another survivor […]
The New England Journal of Medicine website page. Nejm.org logo on display screen, Illustrative Editorial. – Los Angeles, California, USA – 26 March 2020 (Shutterstock) By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) – In an unprecedented move, the New England Journal of Medicine on Wednesday published an editorial written by its editors condemning the Trump administration for […]
Presidential Candidate Senator Kamala Harris (D-California) speaks at the West Des Moines Democrat’s Picnic at Legion Park in West Des Moines, Iowa. – West Des Moines, Iowa – July 3, 2019 (Shutterstock) By Jamaicans.com Senator Kamala Harris, who is of Jamaican descent and is in the running to become the Vice President of the United States, has […]
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden stops in Little Haiti to speak to Haitian-American leaders and ask for support on Nov. 3 as he seeks the U.S. presidency against President Donald Trump.
Former Vice President Joe Biden kicks off his 2020 campaign for the US presidential election at a rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. – Philadelphia, PA / USA – May 18, 2019 (Shutterstock) By Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald The sounds and culture of Haiti served as a colorful backdrop for former vice president and Democratic presidential nominee […]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is well underway, and we are always touched by the support we receive during this special month. Although breast cancer deserves consistent awareness all year, it is amazing to see the rise in community outreach, comradery, and hope that is happening this month to create a real, lasting impact. During October, […]
It may seem like there is never a good time to file for bankruptcy, but with the holidays sneaking upon us, it may seem like now is one of the worst times. If you’re struggling financially, money can be the last thing you want to think about during a time dedicated to family and celebration. […]
By Breckan Erdman Winters, NRCDV Program Specialist Between the pandemic of racial injustice and anti-Blackness, COVID-19 and the longstanding disparities it has highlighted, and the increased visibility of domestic violence and isolation of survivors due to physical distancing measures, it is difficult not to feel overwhelmed by the widespread injustice that we are experiencing in the […]
By WiredJA KINGSTON, Jamaica September 30, 2020 – Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the objective of his Administration in its second term is to enhance economic growth through agriculture. Speaking this morning during the launch of the Rural Economic Development Initiative Phase 2 (REDI II), Prime Minister Holness said during his first term the country achieved […]
U.S. District Judge Jeffrey White agrees with GAO that DHS acting secretary was appointed illegally, therefore ruling his proposals invalid.
LOS ANGELES — The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA), the largest immigrant rights organization in California, applauds a federal judge’s decision last night to block the Trump administration’s racist wealth test through fee hikes on asylum, green cards, citizenship, and other benefits. But for the judge’s ruling, these changes, would have gone into […]