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Cop City in Atlanta: the Intersection of White Supremacy, Militarism, and Environmental Destruction

A significant gathering of activists took place at Atlanta's City Hall in anticipation of a council vote regarding the allocation of tens of millions in public funding for the proposed construction of a police and firefighter training center. This facility, commonly referred to as "Cop City" by activists, has been the subject of intense criticism and opposition. The meeting marked the [...]

2023-06-06T11:19:42-04:00June 6th, 2023|News, Police Brutality|0 Comments

2-year-old inside car when gunshots ring out, killing driver

2-year-old inside car when gunshots ring out, killing driver Publication: WAPT News Author: Michalia Franklin Date: February 7, 2023 Summary/Takeaway: Jackson police are investigating a deadly drive-by shooting that took place in broad daylight in an intersection. ​​A 2-year-old child was in the car at the time of the shooting but wasn't hurt, according to authorities at the scene. Hinds County [...]

2023-06-05T10:33:23-04:00June 3rd, 2023|Gun Violence, News|0 Comments

America’s Gun Violence Crisis: 100 Lives Lost Daily

Gun violence has long plagued the United States, with tragic consequences that are felt daily by communities across the nation. Despite ongoing efforts to address this issue, the sobering truth is that lives continue to be lost due to firearms. In this post, we will delve into the alarming statistics surrounding gun-related fatalities in America, shedding light on the scale of [...]

2023-06-02T12:43:06-04:00June 2nd, 2023|Gun Violence, News, Reports|0 Comments

Memorial Day Weekend Marked by 20 Mass Shootings, 16 Lives Lost in Latest Wave of Us Gun Violence

During Memorial Day Weekend, the United States was plagued by a distressing wave of gun violence, marked by a staggering count of at least 20 mass shootings. Tragically, these incidents resulted in the loss of 16 lives and left over 80 individuals wounded. This wave of bloodshed commenced in Arizona, as a 20-year-old man was accused of perpetrating five separate shootings [...]

2023-06-02T12:17:11-04:00June 2nd, 2023|Gun Violence, News|0 Comments

Debate on Guns in Schools: Pastor Mike McBride Joins Tammi Mac and Guests on Fox Soul

DEBATE: Are Schools with Armed Teachers Safer? | Tammi Mac Full Episode  Pastor Mike McBride joins the panel discussion Tammi and her guests are debating the pros and cons of having guns in schools. SUBSCRIBE to FOX Soul Black Thought on YouTube!! ►►https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRQ... WATCH LIVE & EXPLORE MORE at: https://www.foxsoul.tv/ Download the FOX SOUL app to watch LIVE shows and full [...]

2023-08-09T21:16:07-04:00May 29th, 2023|Gun Violence, Interviews, News|0 Comments

Why Allocating American Rescue Plan Funds to Violence Prevention is Key: an Op-ed Urging Local Leaders to Address Root Causes of Violence Beyond Ghost Guns

In this Op-Ed, authors Michael McBride and Ciera Bates-Chamberlain emphasize the need for local leaders to invest in violence prevention and address the root causes of violence, rather than solely focusing on banning "ghost guns." They acknowledge President Joe Biden's efforts to address ghost guns, which are untraceable firearms, but argue that it is not enough to combat the issue in [...]

Tamika D. Mallory and Reverend Michael Mcbride Demand Diversity Reform from Panini America in Open Letter

Tamika D. Mallory and Reverend Michael McBride, prominent activists, have written a letter to Panini America, a sports and entertainment collectibles company, criticizing its lack of black leadership and urging immediate reform in its hiring practices. Mallory and McBride highlight the disparity between the company's executive team and its diverse athlete base, with black and brown athletes contributing 75% of Panini's [...]

2023-05-23T16:27:39-04:00May 22nd, 2023|News, Racism, Sports|0 Comments

Preventing Gun Violence: the Inspiring Story of Live Free and Pastor Mike Mcbride

Meet a pastor working within a broad ecosystem of peacemakers committed to curbing Oakland's homicides through anti-gun #violence work Pastor Mike McBride and his colleagues took proactive action to address the issue of gun violence via LIVE FREE. This movement aims to tackle the root causes of gun violence through building community organizing campaigns and direct service programs that intervene with [...]

Community Advocates and Law Enforcement Officials Unite at Gun Violence Prevention Summit in Central Florida

On Monday, May 8, 2023, a significant event took place in Central Florida as community advocates, politicians, and law enforcement officials gathered for a Gun Violence Prevention Summit. With recent incidents of gun violence sparking debates across the nation, the summit aimed to address this critical issue. Hosted by State Attorney Monique Worrell, the event emphasized the importance of collaboration between [...]

2023-05-23T16:27:57-04:00May 18th, 2023|Justice, News, Partners|0 Comments

REPLAY: A Mother’s Love – Kehinde Wiley Speaker Series

https://www.youtube.com/live/3p9JT_fau3Y?feature=share Join us on Mother’s Day weekend to hear from women who have endured the painful loss of their children to systemic violence. We’ll celebrate their beloved children and hear how they are fighting for justice. Panelists: Gwen Carr, mother of Eric Garner Wanda Cooper, mother of Ahmaud Arbery Taun Hall, mother of Miles Hall Mona Hardin, mother of Ronald Greene [...]

2023-05-22T10:52:12-04:00May 13th, 2023|Art, Events, Interviews, News|0 Comments
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