Charles Robinson Sr., a mediator, college professor, former administrative law judge and member of Pastors United, shares his observations about officer training at the Milwaukee Police Academy.
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Incarceration without conviction must stop
Mark Rice, a Wisconsin statewide EXPO organizer, writes about a new Health Impact Assessment that documents the human and financial impact of incarcerating people for violating supervision rules.
Insightful art now in Walker’s Point
Margaret Rozga, poet, civil rights activist and professor emerita of English at UW-Waukesha, recommends two art exhibits now on display to bring light to the dark days of December.
Changing the Game
Margaret Rozga, poet, civil rights activist and professor emerita of English at UW-Waukesha, recommends “The Royale” at the Milwaukee Rep, for its depiction of game-changing actions that can help inspire others to confront inequities.
Peace is possible
Carmen Pitre, president and CEO of Sojourner Family Peace Center, writes that all individuals have the power to make lasting changes and to create peace in their own lives. Sojourner is Wisconsin’s largest service provider for families dealing with domestic violence.
Public Safety Plan should address root causes of crime
Markasa Tucker, a Milwaukee community activist, organizer and a mother of one child, calls for the public to participate in listening sessions about the proposed Public Safety Action Plan.
Call for transparency in Wauwatosa police shooting
Isiah Holmes, a writer and videographer, is calling for transparency in the Wauwatosa police shooting of Jay Anderson, as well as a federal review of the Wauwatosa Police Department. You can read more from Holmes about the case in The Fifth Column News, Cop Block and the Pontiac Tribune.
Frank Lloyd Wright, housing and community well-being
Margaret Rozga is a poet, civil rights activist and professor emerita of English at UW-Waukesha. The opportunity to visit a Milwaukee home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright prompted her to contemplate how the model could be applied today.
Reflections on the passing of Eric Von
Raina Johnson, a Milwaukee writer, remembers broadcast journalist Eric Von, who passed away on Sept. 8 after a long and impressive career.
Taco trucks and voter education
Margaret Rozga, poet, civil rights activist and professor emerita of English at UW-Waukesha, finds the dire warning of “taco trucks on every corner” issued by a Latino Trump supporter no threat at all.
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