Family
My Journey with Preston
By: Talhia Remy On one cold wintery day in 2006 my world changed as my first child Preston was born. From the moment he came out of my body he was a piece of my heart. I remember being in […]
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Food
The tremendous health benefits of omega-3 fatty acid found in salmon.
By Tommi Vincent Motivational speaker, entrepreneur, writer, chef. Fish cakes are common place in southern kitchens. If you are like our family, transplants in the north, fish cakes were a menu staple as well. Our grandparents and great-aunties & uncles […]
Family
Stigma: The Often Silent Obstacle To Mental Health and Substance Abuse Care Among African Americans
By: Lorna J. Hines, LCSW, ACSW I am certain that there are those of you who possess the courage and interest to read beyond the title of this article will recall that memorable film “Soul Food”. Besides the main character, “Big […]
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Q&A with Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL)
By Karen Alston Photo Patricia McDougall Congresswoman Robin Kelly has dedicated her career to public service as an advocate for Illinois families. Since being elected to serve the 2nd Congressional District in 2013, she has worked to expand economic opportunity, […]
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Q&A with Karen Bass (D-CA)
By Karen Alston Photo Patricia McDougall Congressmember Karen Bass was re-elected to her fourth term representing the 37th Congressional District in November 2016. Congressmember Bass serves on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs where she is Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Africa, Global […]
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Q&A with Frederica Wilson (D-Fl)
Healthy eating. A good night’s rest. Filling your life with happy times. These are three of the most important elements of a healthy life according to Florida Congresswoman Frederica Wilson (D-Miami). Wilson is known as one of the leading advocates […]