You can count them all on your fingers. East Point, College Park, Fairburn, Union City, The City of South Fulton, Palmetto, and The City of Chattahoochee Hills. All of these cities make up the small towns of South Fulton County. One unique thing about them is all, except two, have had Black mayors. In this next election, that could change in that the number of African-American mayors in South Fulton County could increase by at least one. The City of Palmetto, Georgia, founded in 1854, has been upward and mobile…
Editorials
By Reverend Jacqueline Williams There are seven characteristics of a virtuous lady. Dignity, Patience, Diligence, Generosity, Courage, Wisdom, and Devotion. A “virtuous lady” has high moral standards. These characteristics exemplifies Dr. Christine King Farris unselfish acts, public services, and dedication to the world! Dr. Christine King Farris passed on June 29,2023 at the age of 95. Dr. Christine King Farris was the oldest sister of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s theological and social beliefs probably bellowed throughout Dr. Christine King Farris mind. Therefore,…
Corporate Equity Specialist Speak on SCOTUS Affirmative Action Decision In Response to the U. S. Supreme Court landmark decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard (2023) Editorial By Kerry Mitchell Brown, Ph.D. This country has never had equitable and inclusive structures, and colorblindness has never been a thing. The national identity built into our structures, laws, practices, and lived experiences is white supremacist. Race and skin color have always had consequences in this country. Affirmative action was introduced because racist systems and discriminatory practices had for centuries denied Black…
By Reverend Dr. Otis Moss, Jr. On January 9, 1984, Frederick Douglass gave a speech titled: “The Lessons of the Hour.” A quote from Douglass says: “The Supreme Court has surrendered. State sovereignty is restored. It has destroyed the Civil Rights Bill, and converted the Republican Party into a party of money rather than a party of morals, a party of things rather than a party of humanity and justice.” The U. S. Supreme Court in June, 2023 imposed on the American people a 19th century inhumane, anti-democracy, brutal and…
Holiday Fireworks Celebrations Georgia law states that fireworks cannot be sparked near a public roadway or railroad, cannot be sold to anyone under the age of 18, and cannot be sold from a car or a tent. In most cities and counties of Georgia, fireworks may be ignited any day between 10 am and 11:59 pm. On New Year’s Day, fireworks may be ignited from midnight to 1 am. New legislation, effective July 1, 2018, gives local authorities the option to restrict the use of fireworks at certain times, provided…
By Reverend Jacqueline Williams Father’s Day was on June 18, 2023. This important holiday is celebrated in various ways due to our global diverse cultures. However, being a father is essential to the mental, social, educational development of “our youths.” The word FATHER has many synonyms. Some define FATHER as a male parent, daddy or patriarch. Regardless of the denotations or dictionary meanings of FATHER, a father is “crucial” to society. Currently, we as diverse citizens, parents, educators, clergy, and mental/medical professionals rely on fathers even more! In the November/…