Apr 25, 2022Teaching Children About Generosity and Giving BackIt is possible to end and prevent poverty — we just need to work on stabilizing, sustaining and empowering people with the resources they need, when they need them. By forging strategic partnerships amongst nonprofits and community leaders, it is possible to form a powerful force which will improve our…Financial Literacy4 min readFinancial Literacy4 min read
May 25, 2021One Year Later, Remembering George FloydEric Garner, Michael Brown, Tamir Rice, Walter Scott, Alton Sterling, Philando Castile, Stephon Clark Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Daunte Wright, and the countless number of others who never made the press are all in our spirits as we pay homage to the first anniversary of the murder of George Floyd…George Floyd4 min readGeorge Floyd4 min read
Jan 28, 2021Commentary: The disadvantaged are enduring the full impact of COVID-19, but we can helpAs I write this, the pandemic is poised to unleash its worst on our most vulnerable neighbors: Those who were already struggling. During a crisis, disadvantaged Americans feel the greatest impact. …Covid-193 min readCovid-193 min read
Jan 8, 2021Storming the CapitolYesterday’s storm on Capitol Hill was a life shattering example of how words and actions from leaders matter. Leaders can inspire hope and positivity or, in this case, conspire to disrupt everything we, as a nation, believe in. But disruption, lawlessness, thuggery, and any threats to our institutions are not…2 min read2 min read
Jun 13, 2020Unmasking the George Floyd Phenomenon: Biopolitical Race and PovertyI still remember the first time I had to encounter racism growing up as a young man in Paterson, NJ. On some level, it had become normal for myself and other young black boys to be sitting on the curb in handcuffs with my head down in shame, in fear…George Floyd4 min readGeorge Floyd4 min read
Jun 2, 2020His Name is George FloydOver the last sixty days, I was challenged to lead during an unprecedented pandemic that impacted so many lives. COVID-19 has global fatal implications and over 100,000 people lost their lives and some are still suffering. The world readjusted, and social distancing became a norm. Over the last days, I’ve…George Floyd3 min readGeorge Floyd3 min read
Dec 16, 2019Counting the Countless: Census 2020 and the Impact of Food InsecurityCensus 2020 could be the most important and inclusive civic activity our country has ever experienced, covering every person in the United States of America. Our constitution requires an accurate recording of the nation’s population every ten years. …Poverty4 min readPoverty4 min read
Jun 24, 2019Not Just a Seat at the Table, But A Voice, Too!!Women are dramatically outnumbered on the boards of directors for the nation’s biggest companies. In 2018, California passed a law (California Senate Bill 826) trying to change that. …Diversity4 min readDiversity4 min read
Jan 18, 2019Consequences of the SHUTDOWNThe partial government shutdown continues into its fourth week, and the impact is falling hardest on the most vulnerable members of our community. The fear, dismay, and effects will grow even more punishing if our government and the organizations that depend on its financial solvency continue to remain paralyzed and…Government Shutdown4 min readGovernment Shutdown4 min read
Nov 19, 2018Poverty Behind the Orange CurtainOne in five Californians live in poverty. The average poverty rate in California stands at close to 20 percent with more than 7 million people still struggle to get by in the state. …Homeless4 min readHomeless4 min read
